1. Shuwen Long, SSM Pardeep Guru, SSM Guillermo Briceno, SSM
Wellness Center
Shuwen Long, SSM
Pardeep Guru, SSM
Guillermo Briceno, SSM

2. Overview of the Wellness Center
The Wellness Center (C249) offers a wide variety of services for all students. The Wellness Center primarily deals with issues concerning emotional health and physical health.

3. Introduction Video
Video on YouTube:
Video on LaGuardia website:

4. Common Issues the WC Can Assist With
Adjustment to College Life
Alcohol/Drug Use Disorders
Depression
Diversity and Cultural Differences
Domestic Violence Issues
Eating & Body Image Concerns
Family Difficulties
Financial Stressors
Friendship Problems
Grief and Loss
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer & Questioning, and Asexual Concerns (LGBTQA)
Recovering from Trauma
Relationship Problems
Self-Awareness/Self-Care
Stress and Anxiety
Suicide Issues

5. Student Information
All students attending LaGuardia are eligible for assistance from the Wellness Center
Wellness Center can help students apply for Medicaid
Students with more serious issues will be referred to specialized professionals
For International Students: Wellness Center will find language assistance when needed and available.

6. How can the WC Help? Short-term counseling is available for 18 weeks.
The Wellness Center offers referrals for extended care or specialized services.
Various co-curricular activities for stress management, depression, emotional support workshops are available.

7. Motivational Quotes

8. For Faculty & Staff
24 hour assistance is available by calling (718) 482 – 5471, which connects to the WC during the day but to a Crisis Hotline after office hours.
For wellness emergencies call ext. 4444
For wellness non-emergencies call ext. 5471
For Public Safety ext. 5555
For Health Services ext. 5280
Student Distress Guide:

9. The information in this presentation was obtained from a brief interview with Matthew S. Joffe, Director of Outreach and Education, from the Wellness Center for students and faculty in the FYS. Thank you, Matthew! 