Patient Resources
Student Health is committed to working in partnership with students to address their healthcare needs. We encourage students to be well-informed and to be proactive about maintaining their physical and mental health. We offer patient education brochures and multiple other resources to help students stay physically, mentally, and academically fit. Click on the topics on the left to get started.
Campus Resources Every Ram Should Know About
Keep On Being Well is a new VCU website where students can learn about well-being resources available on campus. Students can use the You@VCU platform to interact with tools customized to meet their unique needs and well-being goals. Curated content is written by experts in behavioral health. Using responsive technology, the platform also helps students identify VCU resources most relevant to their needs.
Here's an intro to basic VCU resources every Ram should know about:
Health & Wellness
- RamPantry @ VCU is a food pantry offering services to any VCU student, faculty, or staff in need.
- University Counseling Services (UCS) offers free individual, group, and couple's therapy services to VCU students. UCS also offers a variety of student support groups, including identity-based groups and a weekly drop-in space for students with ADHD, as well as a plethora of well-being resources.
- TimelyCare is an exciting new emotional and mental health resource available to students whenever and wherever they need it. TimelyCare offers free 24/7 access to virtual care, self-care, and well-being tools. Students are encouraged to create an account (using their eID and password) online or through the app. Virtual care is provided by licensed clinicians and includes services such as emergency crisis counseling, scheduled therapy sessions, and health coaching. If you're not quite ready to pursue virtual care, check out their self-care resources and videos.
- VCU Recreation and Well-Being (RecWell) provides a broad range of exercise/sports programs and wellness services.
- The LiveSafe mobile app is a powerful safety tool provided by the VCU police. Use this free app to receive info from and send info to VCU Police about ongoing incidents in the VCU community.
Academic & Career Resources
Financial Health
- VCU's Division of Strategic Enrollment Management & Student Success (SEMSS) offers a wide range of services to students, including financial advising and money management resources. Click on the link to learn more.
- The Money Spot at VCU is a peer-to-peer financial counseling service that is free to VCU students. Set up a confidential meeting with a money coach to learn how to create a spending plan, manage credit and debt, gain control of personal finances, and more.
Transportation
- RamSafe is a free shuttle service for VCU students, faculty, and staff that operates 5pm to 8am, 365 days a year. It offers point-to-point transportation within specified boundaries on both the Monroe Park and MCV campuses. Use the Ride Pingo app to request a ride. Call 804-828-SAFE if you need assistance placing a request.
- RamRide is a free shuttle service that travels to VCU's remote parking facilities Monday through Friday. Real-time status for each shuttle service can be tracked using the Ride Pingo app.
- RamBikes offers free basic bike maintenance and repairs, bike safety classes, bike rentals, and more.