Health & Wellness – Your Partner in Staying Strong

By Jacci Gilbert

Have you ever pushed through class sick because you couldn’t afford to miss a quiz, a lab, or a practice? Or maybe you’ve felt stressed but didn’t know where to go for support?

That’s where Western Community Health Resources (WCHR) comes in. WCHR helps students navigate local healthcare options, connect with primary care providers, access preventive screenings, and take advantage of telehealth counseling for mental health. Telehealth makes it easier to talk with a provider without leaving your dorm, apartment, or even the library—saving you time and stress.

And let’s be honest: stress, anxiety, and burnout are part of the college experience more often than we admit. WCHR also promotes the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7, to ensure no one feels alone during a crisis.

Why it matters for students: When you care for your health, you give yourself the best chance to succeed in classes, relationships, and life. WCHR provides a safety net so you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

📍 Chadron, Alliance, and Gordon offices | Telehealth available
📞 800-717-1231
💬 Campus conversation starter: What’s one step you could take this week to put your health first—before it becomes a crisis?