Health services available at Wesleyan College

Health Services

Located on the ground floor of the Olive Swann Porter building, Health Services is staffed by a women's health nurse practitioner who provides medical treatment for common, non-life-threatening illnesses, treatment of minor injuries, and physical examinations. The nurse practitioner also provides personal health education and coordinates programs on health related topics. A physician is available on campus by a scheduled appointment. There is no charge for Health Services visits for full-time students. All medical information in Health Services is confidential.

All new students must comply college medical requirements including immunizations, a tuberculosis test, and a physical examination. All full-time students, and all students living on campus are required to have health insurance that meets our college waiver requirements. Health insurance with coverage in Macon is required for all students to cover off-campus medical care. Students with chronic illnesses may be referred to local physicians for management. Off-campus referrals may be needed for diagnostic tests or treatment beyond the scope of Health Services.

There are several medical facilities close to campus that provide treatment when Health Services is closed. Navicent Health Urgent Care, located 925 Zebulon Road, is available for urgent medical care. Coliseum Northside Hospital Emergency Room, located at 400 Charter Boulevard is available for emergency treatment.

Medical and Health Insurance Forms

Family Nurse Practitioner
Kristen Hallett
healthservices@wesleyancollege.edu

Schedule an appointment

MORE AVAILABLE SERVICES

Campus Health & Wellness Resources

Virtual Care Group Resources:

The Virtual Care Group provides students free unlimited access to physicians and therapists. The doctors are board certified and the therapists are licensed. Book an appointment with the Virtual Care Group. On-demand crisis counseling is available 24/7. Call 1-866-533-1827 to connect with a counselor or if you have questions about services.

Staff Resources:

Jill Amos: Disability Accommodations, Advocacy and Financial Hardship
Myrana Craig: Individual and Group Therapy, Mental Health Disorders, and Emotional Wellness
Steve Haberlin: Meditation/Mindfulness Workshops/Meditation Space
Kathy Malone: Health, Wellness, and Nutrition
Kaiya Jennings: spiritual Well-being, Safe Space and Pastoral Guidance
Tonya Parker: Inclusion, Equity, and Reports of Discrimination, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct
Kristen Hallett: Medical Health, Medication Management, Nutrition, Sleep, and Minor Illnesses & Injuries
Tyler Schwaller: Faith and Spirituality, Self-Identity, Day-to-Day Concerns, and LGBTQ+ Support

Jill Amos, Director of Disability and Advocacy Services, promotes and advocates for a welcoming environment while encouraging access and appropriate accommodations for students. She serves as the ADA compliance coordinator and oversees special funding sources for students with extenuating circumstances. She assists students with problem solving, helping to identify appropriate resources on and off campus as students learn to advocate for themselves. You can book Jill Amos at disabilityadvocacyservices.youcanbook.me/.

Myrana Craig is a licensed counselor who uses Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and various research based therapeutic approaches to empower students with the resources to make positive changes in their lives. The counselor and student work together to discuss personal issues and aid the student in defining their personal goals. Through counseling a student will be able to overcome obstacles which may be preventing them from reaching their full potential. For more information see the Student Counseling Services website or other website resources listed below. You can book Myrana Craig at myrana-craig-counseling.youcanbook.me/.

Dr. Steve Haberlin, assistant professor in the Education Department, will be facilitating meditation and mindfulness workshops during the semester. Research shows that meditation and mindfulness practices can reduce stress and anxiety, improve concentration, and provide other benefits. Please keep an eye out for email announcements on upcoming workshop dates. For workshop requests or to talk about the benefits of meditation and mindfulness, contact Steve Haberlin at shaberlin@wesleyancollege.edu

Faith & Service Director, Kaiya Jennings is here to support students with pastoral and spiritual needs. She provides safe space for personal reflection, genuine conversation around life and faith as well as mediation and empowerment. You can make your appointments with Kaiya at faithandservice.youcanbook.me or via email at kjennings@wesleyancollege.edu.

Kathy Malone is the Director of Health and Wellness and the HPE Coordinator. She is available to coach you toward long-term health and wellness goals. Kathy can also assist with nutrition counseling, weight room orientations, take your BMI and body fat measurements and teach group or individual CPR/AED classes. For more information and a schedule of classes, see the MAC website. Contact Kathy Malone at kmalone@wesleyancollege.edu.

Inclusion Practitioner®, Tonya Parker, is our campus equity and inclusion leader. Her office provides support, advocacy, trainings, and other learning opportunities for campus members to be informed, engaged, and intentional about inclusive behaviors and practices. She assists community members with reports of Title IX and Title VI violations, including harassment, sexual misconduct, and discrimination, and works with the Human Resources Director for Title VII investigations. Tonya handles these sensitive matters with empathy and attention to detail. She works with a team of trained investigators and deputies to investigate Title IX violation reports while providing resources and support for all involved in the process. Students should make an appointment to see Tonya Parker via email at tparker@wesleyancollege.edu.

Nurse Practitioner, Kristen Hallett, is the student resource for health-related information. She can assist with the medical management of some mental health conditions, nutrition counseling, weight management, sleep hygiene, women's health, minor illnesses, and injuries. She also handles referrals to both our on-campus physician and off-campus for mental health care and treatment as appropriate. You can book Kristen at Hallett at wesleyancollegehealthservices.youcanbook.me.

As the college chaplain, Dr. Tyler Schwaller can help students process life's big questions. Whether a student is trying to make sense of self-identity, including gender and sexuality, wrestling with questions of faith or doubt, or just needs to talk, Tyler provides a non-judgmental space for reflection, emotional and spiritual support, and affirmation. Students can make an appointment to see Tyler at faithandservice.youcanbook.me or via email at tschwaller@wesleyancollege.edu.

Other Resources:

Meditation Space: Wesleyan’s Meditation Space is located on the third floor of OSP (near Campus Police). Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to use the space for meditation, quiet time, or reflection during business hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday). However, due to new COVID guidelines, we ask that not more three people use the space at any given time and that you bring your own towel or blanket to put over the meditation cushions. To receive a Meditation Space Agreement Form, which must be completed prior to using the space, please email: shaberlin@wesleyancollege.edu.

Mathews Athletic Center: Mathews Athletic Center serves you by providing fun, active programs to enhance your health and quality of life on campus. In addition to weight training and cardio equipment students can access a large variety of group fitness classes taught by certified instructors. For a full class schedule, MAC hours, and more, visit the Mathews Athletic Center website.

Local Resources

Piedmont Healthcare (Coliseum Center for Behavioral Health)
LifeLine 24-Hour Crisis Help Line
(478) 741-1355 or (800) 548-4221
340 Hospital Drive, Bldg E
Macon, GA 31217
coliseumhealthsystem.com/our-services/behavioral-health/

River Edge Behavioral Health Center
175 Emery Highway
Macon, Georgia 31217
478-803-7600
www.river-edge.org/

Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia
(Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence)
24-Hour Crisis Hotline
478-745-9292
cl-sh.org/

Navicent Health
777 Hemlock Street
Macon, GA 31201
478-633-1000
www.navicenthealth.org/

Alcohol and Other Drugs Resource List

River Edge Recovery Center
3575 Fulton Mill Road
Macon, Georgia 31206
(478) 803-7600
www.river-edge.org/addiction-recovery

Twin Lakes Recovery Center
Monroe, GA
twinlakesrecoverycenter.com

Bluff Plantation
Augusta, GA
www.bluffplantation.com/

Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery
Ball Ground, GA
www.blueridgemountainrecovery.com

Georgia Pines
Thomasville, GA
georgiapines.net

Willingway
Statesboro, GA
willingway.com

Ridgeway Institute
Smyrna, GA
ridgeviewinstitute.com

Support Groups:

Bipolar Support Groups

Hosted by Dr. Ali Ahmadi and Coliseum Psychiatric Center
For patients, family and friends who want to better understand how to live more productively with bipolar disorder;

When: Meets weekly from 6:00-7:30 pm
Where: Coliseum Center for Behavioral Health, 340 Hospital Drive
For more information, call (478) 741-1355

Hosted by the Coliseum Center for Behavioral Health
Our bipolar support group meets weekly to give patients, family and friends more information about this behavioral disorder. This is the perfect program for people who want to better understand how to live more productively with bipolar disorder or how to give support to a loved one who is suffering from bipolar disorder.

When: Meets every Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Coliseum Center for Behavioral Health, 340 Hospital Dr., Macon, GA 31217
For more information, call (478) 741-1355

Grief Support Group

Helping Hands Grief Support
This group offers emotional support for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one.

When: Every Monday, 2:30 p.m. Every fourth Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Coliseum Medical Centers, Bldg. C, Suite 120

For more information, call (478) 464-1401.

Survivors of Suicide
This group provides support for family and friends of persons whose deaths were intentional.

When: Second Tuesday of the month, 6 - 7 p.m.
Where: Coliseum Center for Behavioral Health, 340 Hospital Drive

For more information, call (478) 741-1355.

Eating Disorders

Tamy J. Blanding
Phone: (478) 714-9803
Email: anadmiddlega@aol.com

Meeting time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays
Meeting location: Call or e-mail Tamy for meeting location.
Group is for ages 19 and older.

Eating Disorders Anonymous
Eating Disorders Anonymous meets in the St. Gregory room (look for a building named "Parish Hall") Contact 912-541-1679 (Kristi Baston) for more information.