Lang Center for Health, Wellness, Counseling, and Disability Services
https://www.rockford.edu/community/campus/lang/
Phone: 815-226-4083 and Fax: 815-226-3335
The Lang Center mission is to create a safe and supportive environment to meet the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of the Rockford University community. The Center is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during the academic year and summer hours as posted on our webpage. The Lang staff is dedicated to contributing to the development of students, and playing a role in teaching basic self-care based on the multiple facets of the wellness concept. We also provide information regarding the state immunization law and the student health insurance plan. Lang Center houses disability support services that can assist students with academic accommodations under the ADA and ADAAA. The staff is proactive in their approach to student development and implements prevention programming as needed to address the current issues and concerns of the students at Rockford University.
Privacy and Confidentiality
All health information is confidential. Rockford University follows the privacy practices as required by law.
Health Services
Lang Center is dedicated to providing confidential services for students, staff and faculty. We provide injury and illness evaluation and treatment as well as health education. The Lang Center provides nursing care, illness and injury assessment and referrals to outside providers when necessary. Staff strive to assist students to develop lifelong self-care skills that will enable them to understand their own health care needs. The professional staff works under standing orders from a local family practice physician and the university’s orthopedic team physician. Lang staff works collaboratively with resources on campus, and can provide referrals to our community resources as needed. For a complete list of all our services, please refer to the university website.
Substance Abuse Programs
Rockford University seeks to educate students about the risks associated with the use of controlled substances and aids individuals seeking help for problems. Educational programs that provide current information about the use and abuse of alcohol and drugs are offered throughout the academic year. Substance abuse assessment and referrals to established treatment programs are available through Lang’s counselors.
Counseling Services
Professional counselors provide individual counseling for students, staff and faculty. All visits and information are confidential within the bounds of the law. Students will find university counseling services to be a safe and comforting environment where those experiencing difficulty can seek professional assistance. University counseling can assist students overcome obstacles that interfere with academic success. Counselors also can assist clients with referrals to off-campus resources such as medical facilities, psychiatric care or private practice psychologists/counselors in situations that this is needed.
Disability Support Services
Rockford University is committed to creating a learning and living environment that supports students in achieving his or her academic potential. Differences in ability are valued as an integral component of a diverse student body and campus community. Disability support services facilitate accessible educational experiences for students and serves as a resource to all members of the campus community. For more information or an application, contact Lang Center for Health, Wellness, Counseling, and Disability Services.
Insurance
In accordance with the recommendations of the American College Health Association (ACHA), Rockford University is committed to insuring the availability of basic health care to all students. To assist students in meeting health care needs, Rockford University offers student insurance plans through an independent carrier. Lang Center administers the student insurance, international insurance and athletic insurance programs provided through the university. Generally, all full time students, students living in the residence halls, nursing students and students participating in intercollegiate athletics are required to have health insurance. We participate in a mandatory with waiver insurance program. All full time students are charged the student insurance premium and MUST waive electronically during the open enrollment period to have this charge removed from the student account. Athletes must have their own primary insurance to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Rockford University provides a secondary or excess policy for athletics. For further information, waivers and complete insurance requirements and instructions please refer to the website.
Immunizations
Lang Center is a strong advocate for immunization of diseases that affect college students, and sponsors programs to make these easily available and accessible. The Health Center offers the state mandated immunizations for diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, and measles, mumps and rubella, and the recommended hepatitis B and flu shots. Providing proof of immunization is an Illinois state law and will impact a student’s ability to register for classes. For the immunization policy and complete compliance information (with printable forms) please refer to the University website. In addition, Lang Center provides tuberculosis screenings to students to assist with compliance of the requirements of specific programs including Education and Nursing.