Health Services
Student Health Services helps students maximize their health and well being while achieving academic success at the College. Services include assistance with health requirements and insurance, support for students experiencing physical and mental health concerns, and educational programs to encourage health promotion and reduce the risk of disease. The office works with area health providers to offer students comprehensive care, referrals and resources. Student Health Services in committed to providing respectful, caring and confidential services to all students. Students are invited to seek out these services should the need arise. All visits are confidential and free of charge.
How you feel will greatly affect how well you succeed at BCC. Eat nutritiously, get exercise and get adequate sleep, set realistic goals and assess how you are managing your time. Ensure some time to relax as it will greatly assist you in meeting all of your responsibilities and goals: academic, personal, family and job. Contact Counseling and/or Health Services if you need help in any of these areas.
Staff: Dr. Henry Vaillancourt, School Physician, Carol Constantine BSN, RN, Health Services Coordinator, Patrician Demeo BSN, RN, staff nurse and Cheryl Saber, staff assistant.
Do I need insurance to go there?
Your student fees cover all services including visits with the school physician. You do not have to have school health insurance in order to come to Health Services.
Is there a doctor available?
The doctor's hours this semester will be from 9:00am to 11:30am on Tuesdays. It is suggested that you make an appointment ahead of time, but walk-ins are also acceptable.
What types of services are offered?
- First Aid
- A place to rest
- Answers to health questions
- Health records
- Some over-the-counter medicines
- Referrals to outside agencies
- Free condoms
- Free health information brochures for yourself and/or class projects
- Free health screenings by SSTAR Family Health Care Clinic
What types of "Health Education" can I get?
Every month the staff provides brochures, posters, games, surveys, etc. on a different health topic. Some examples are: HIV/Aids, Smoking Cessation, Alcohol & Drugs, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Domestic Violence. Often other agencies join us. Family Planning is here every month with free condoms and information, game and prizes. We facilitate a Wellness Fair on the Fall River Campus in the Fall and at the New Bedford Campus in the Spring.
Location
The Commonwealth College Center
Advisement Center
Bldg. G, Rm. 208A
Hours
Registered Nurse: Monday-Friday, 8:30am.-4:30pm
Doctor: Tuesday, 8:00am.-11:30am.
Contact
Student Health Services, x.2232
Dr. Henry Vaillancourt, School Physician
Carol Constantine, BSN, RN, Health Services Coordinator