PREVENTIVE CARE
Many chronic diseases, injuries, and mental illnesses are preventable. You can dramatically reduce your risk of adverse health events by changing the way you live and being proactive about your health and wellness. Below you will find many resources to support you in preventive care.
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Alcohol Screening - DeWeese Health Center
National Alcohol Screening Day® (NASD) is an annual event that provides information about alcohol and health as well as free, anonymous screening for alcohol-use disorders. The program is designed to provide outreach, screening and education about alcohol’s effects on health for the public. NASD is typically held around the first week in April every year.
Contact: University Health Services
Address: 1500 Eastway Drive, Kent State University, Kent OH, 44242
Phone: 330-672-8266
Eligible: KSU employees, employee dependents, students and community.
Cost: N/A
Additional Information: N/A
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Auditory Processing Evaluations - Speech and Hearing Clinic
In addition to basic speech, hearing and language services, the KSU Speech and Hearing Clinic also offers specialty services such as auditory processing evaluations and therapy, auditory brainstem response (ABR) audiometry, and aural rehabilitation classes for the hearing impaired. All of these services are available at an affordable price for both KSU employees and the public.
Contact: Speech and Hearing Clinic
Phone: 330-672-2672
Website: https://www.kent.edu/ehhs/hs/spa/speech-hearing-clinic
Eligible: KSU employees and their dependents, KSU students and the community.
Category: Communication Improvement, Preventative Services.
Cost: Costs are dependent on services needed.
Additional Information: The KSU Speech and Hearing Clinic is a provider for Medical Mutual, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Medicaid. Please consult your provider regarding covered services. Employees with other medical insurance should contact the clinic for a list of fees.
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Be Well Solutions - Employee Wellness
Kent State University’s Department of Employee Wellness and Health Promotion is pleased to partner with Be Well Solutions to enhance our commitment to support and promote the health and well-being of the university community.
All full-time, benefits-eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in a number of resources around nutrition, exercise, emotional balance, being a smart patient….to name a few. In addition, employees have access to a confidential online health risk assessment (HRA), complemented by on-site biometric health screenings offered by Be Well Solutions.
Be Well Solutions will offer telephone, online, and face-to-face health coaching to all benefits-eligible employees. Health coaches can assist individuals in addressing any concerns or risk factors that may have been discovered during their assessment or they may also help with personal wellness-related goals. Examples of this include smoking cessation, developing a 5K training plan or weight management.
Contact: Be Well Solutions
Phone: 216-378-0888
Email: info@bewellsolutions.com
Website: portal.bewelldata.com
Eligible: KSU employees
Cost: N/A
Additional Information:
For first-time login, use the following login credentials:
- Username: FlashLine username with first letter moved to the end. (Example: csmith23 = smith23c)
- Password*: The format for your ten-character password is MMMYYXXXXX. (Example: below = APR9065432)
- MMM = the first three UPPER CASE letters of your birth month.
(i.e. April = APR). - YY = the last two digits of your birth year. (i.e. 1990 = 90).
- XXXXX = the last five digits of your Kent State University (Banner) ID number. (i.e. 898765432 = 65432)
- MMM = the first three UPPER CASE letters of your birth month.
- *You will be prompted to change your password and complete your profile.
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Customized Fitness Programs - Recreation and Wellness Services
Customized programs are private classes or presentations designed for specific groups. Customized programs are ideal for groups wanting private or specialized instruction. They are also great for team building and corporate retreats. Most programs accommodate 40 participants. Each program is 60-75 minutes in length.
Contact: Beth Michel
Phone: 330-672-0475
Email: emichel2@kent.edu
Visit Customized Fitness Programs webpage
Eligible: KSU employees, dependents and community
Cost: Student $40, Member $60, Non-member $75
Additional Information: N/A
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Depression Screening - DeWeese Health Center
National Depression Screening Day® (NDSD) is a nationwide, community-based mental health-screening program. NDSD offers both in-person and online screening for four of the most common and frequently co-occurring mental disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. National Depression Screening Day® is held every October annually.
Contact: Counseling and Psychological Services
Address: 1500 Eastway Drive, Kent State University, Kent OH, 44242
Phone: 330-672-2487
Eligible: KSU students, employees, dependents and community.
Cost: N/A
Additional Information: A confidential online screening module is also available 24-hours per day throughout the year, and provides individuals with feedback, referrals and resources upon completion. KSU’s online screening can be found at this URL: http://screening.mentalhealthscreening.org/kent
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Diagnostic Evaluations and Therapy - Speech and Hearing Clinic
The KSU Speech and Hearing Clinic offers evaluations and therapy for a wide range of speech and language disorders, such as articulation, language, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), voice, stuttering, head trauma and aphasia. All of these services are available at an affordable price for KSU employees, students and the public.
In addition, the Audiology Clinic offers hearing evaluations, hearing aid evaluations, central auditory processing evaluations, consultation regarding assisted listening devices, and related services such as ear mold impressions for noise protection and swimming.
Contact: Speech and Hearing Clinic
Phone: 330-672-2672
Website: https://www.kent.edu/ehhs/hs/spa/speech-hearing-clinic
Eligible: KSU employees and their dependents, KSU students and the community.
Cost: Costs are dependent on services needed.
Additional Information: The KSU Speech and Hearing Clinic is a provider for Medical Mutual, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Medicaid. Please consult your provider regarding covered services. Employees with other medical insurance should contact the clinic for a list of fees.
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Emergency Assistance - Women's Center
The Women's Center provides emergency assistance to students that need additional funding for books, academic supplies, household items, shelter and food. These funds can help a student in a crisis or transition progress toward graduation. The funds are limited and are given out on a first come first serve basis.
Contact: Women’s Center
Phone: 330-672-9230
Address: Williamson House, 1200 Main St., Kent, Ohio
Email: wc@kent.edu
Website: http://www.kent.edu/womenscenter/services-support
Cost: N/A
Additional Information: You may contact the Women’s Center at 330-672-9230.
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Environmental Health and Safety
Along with required safety training, the Environmental Health and Safety office offers a variety of programs of interest to departments as well as individuals.
Courses include:
- Electrical Safety
- Fall Protection
- Hazard Communication
- Hearing Conservation (Occupational Noise)
- Respiratory Protection
- Slips, Trips & Falls
Visit the website for the most up-to-date training available.
Contact: Dennis Baden, 330-672-1950, dbaden@kent.edu
Website: https://www.kent.edu/compliance/safety-programs
Eligible: KSU students, employees
Cost: Most programs are available at a low cost
Additional Information: Instruction is provided according to OSHA and EPA guidelines by a certified instructor.
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Fitness Consultation - Recreation and Wellness Services
The Fitness Suite, located on the lower level of the SRWC, is an excellent wellness resource. Services include a variety of fitness assessments and prescriptions, registration for SRWC fitness programs, as well as a skilled staff of personal trainers and consultants who can provide expert answers to your questions about personal fitness. Fitness assessments and prescriptions are available to both SRWC members and non-members.
Contact: Beth Michel
Phone: 330-672-0475
Email: emichel2@kent.edu
Eligible: KSU employees, dependents, SRWC Members
Cost: Costs are dependent on service requested and membership status
Additional Information: N/A
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Hearing Aids - Speech and Hearing Clinic
The KSU Speech and Hearing Clinic offers a full array of on-campus service for hearing aids. Services include hearing aid sales, minor repairs and fitting. Major hearing aid repairs can also be coordinated by the KSU Speech and Pathology Department.
Contact: Speech and Hearing Clinic
Phone: 330-672-2672
Website: https://www.kent.edu/ehhs/hs/spa/speech-hearing-clinic
Eligible: KSU employees and their dependents, KSU students and the community.
Cost: Costs are dependent on type of product purchased or services needed.
Additional Information: The KSU Speech and Hearing Clinic is a provider for Medical Mutual, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Medicaid. Please consult your provider regarding covered services. Employees with other medical insurance should contact the clinic for a list of fees.
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Hearing Evaluations - Speech and Hearing Clinic
The KSU Speech and Pathology Clinic offers complete hearing evaluations for people of all ages. The clinic has numerous audiological test suites and offers hearing evaluations at an affordable price for KSU employees and the public.
Contact: Speech and Hearing Clinic
Phone: 330-672-2672
Website: https://www.kent.edu/ehhs/hs/spa/speech-hearing-clinic
Eligible: KSU employees and their dependents, KSU students and the community.
Cost: Costs are dependent on services needed.
Additional Information: The KSU Speech and Hearing Clinic is a provider for Medical Mutual, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Medicaid. Please consult your provider regarding covered services. Employees with other medical insurance should contact the clinic for a list of fees.
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HIV Testing, Free and Confidential - Kent State of Well-being
Free & confidential HIV testing through Community AIDS Network/Akron Pride Initiative (CANAPI). All testing is completed in a private location within the Student and Recreation Wellness Center.
Contact: Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Phone: 330-672-5769
Website: www.kent.edu/internal/free-confidential-hiv-testing
Eligible: KSU employees, employee dependents, students and community.
Cost: N/A
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Immunizations - DeWeese Health Center
Routine immunizations are available for students and employees at the DeWeese Health Center. Please see website for the most up-to-date immunizations available.
Contact: DeWeese Health Center
Address: 1500 Eastway Drive, Kent State University, Kent OH, 44242
Phone: 330-672-2322
Website: http://www.kent.edu/deweese/immunizations
Eligible: KSU students, KSU employees, eligible dependents.
Cost: Costs are dependent on insurance.
Additional Information: Employees and their dependents covered by one of the University’s group health plans can have the DeWeese Health Center bill the medical carrier directly as some immunizations and vaccines are covered under Kent State’s employee group health plans. To make an appointment call 330-672-2322
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Impact Solutions Employee Assistance and Work Life Program
The IMPACT program can assist with problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, child and eldercare needs, marital concerns or substance abuse. They can also provide assistance for financial, legal or identity theft issues. All resources are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. IMPACT services are confidential and provided by credentialed professionals. All employees, household members, dependents in and away from home, and parents/parents-in-law are eligible to use any of the IMPACT services.
IMPACT provides up to six confidential counseling sessions, at no cost. If treatment or services needed go beyond the six sessions, IMPACT will make every effort to transition the client to a provider that participates in their network. Many services can now be offered through telemental health, which provides additional convenience and flexibility to busy schedules as well as eliminates travel barriers.
New in 2020, is IMPACT’s artificial intelligence chatbox, TESS. TESS provides users with psychological and emotional support and improves mental health and well-being. TESS, like all IMPACT services, is available to all Kent State full- and part-time faculty and staff and their qualifying dependents. To learn more about TESS, click here or visit the IMPACT website.
IMPACT Solutions provides MyLifeExpert work/life website which gives you access to thousands of up-to-date topic related articles, videos, podcasts, calculators and webinars. To access these resources and more, visit www.MyIMPACTSolution.com and select “MY LIFE EXPERT LOGIN” and enter your username and password.
First time users will need to create a new account.
- On the next page, click the green “SIGN UP” button next to “Create a new account with your company code”
- Enter company code: kenteap
- Enter your email address
- Select a username that you will remember
- Click “SUBMIT”
- Once submitted you'll receive an email from info@mylifeexpert.com with your Access Code to activate your account
- Retrieve the code from your email and return to your browser to enter it
- Create your password
- Once your password is confirmed, you will be prompted to login with the username and password your created
Contact: Impact Solutions
Phone: 800-227-6007
Website: www.myimpactsolution.com
Eligible: KSU employees and family members
Cost: N/A
You can reach IMPACT directly at 1-800-227-6007, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Influenza Vaccine - DeWeese Health Center
The DeWeese Health Center offers flu vaccines every fall.
Contact: DeWeese Health Center
Address: 1500 Eastway Drive, Kent State University, Kent OH, 44242
Phone: 330-672-2322
Website: DeWeese Health Center Flu Clinic
Eligible: KSU students, KSU employees, eligible family members.
Cost: Insurance may be billed for flu vaccine if covered by your plan. Reasonable self-pay rate available.
Additional Information: Flu vaccines are also offered on regional campuses by Be Well Solutions in conjunction with health screening events. For additional information, call Be Well at 888-935-7378.
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Lifestyle Wellness Coaching - Recreational Services
This program is an action-centered partnership of wellness, fitness and health that empowers clients to realize and move towards their goals using coaching techniques and creative action planning.
Contact: Beth Michel
Phone: 330-672-4732
Email: emichel2@kent.edu
Website: https://www.kent.edu/recservices/fitness-wellness
Eligible: KSU employees, spouse, community
Cost: Cost varies depending on program selected
Additional Information: Follow-up sessions can be conducted over phone or email.
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Mammograms - Mobile Mammogram
As part of our employee wellness initiative the Employee Wellness and Health Promotion office is pleased to sponsor on-site 3D mammography screenings for our eligible female employees. In partnership with Women’s Diagnostic Center (WDC), we will offer annual routine digital mammograms on-site in April and October.
Contact: Employee Wellness & Health Promotion
Phone: 330-672-0392
Address: Kent Campus, Heer Hall - 635 Loop Rd.
Email: wellness@kent.edu
Website: Mobile Mammograms
Eligible: Kent State employees/spouses
Cost: 100% covered by Kent State's medical plan through Medical Mutual of Ohio. May be covered by participant’s insurance.
Additional Information: Contact Employee Wellness & Health Promotion at 330-672-0392 or wellness@kent.edu
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Osteoporosis Screening - DeWeese Health Center
The DeWeese Health Center offers DXA osteoporosis screenings to both employees and eligible dependents with a physician’s order.
Contact: DeWeese Health Center
Address: 1500 Eastway Drive, Kent State University, Kent OH, 44242
Phone: 330-672-2322
Eligible: KSU students, KSU employees, spouses
Cost: Insurance may be billed for services. Check with your insurance company to see if this is a covered benefit.
Additional Information: Insurance may be billed for services.
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Reproductive Health Resources - Women's Center
The Women’s Center staff strives to address the needs of individuals contemplating pregnancy related issues and serves as a welcoming location for pregnant students and mothers. Students will be treated with respect and support, regardless of topic or need.
Contact: Women’s Center
Phone: 330-672-9230
Address: Williamson House, 1200 Main St., Kent, Ohio
Email: wc@kent.edu
Website: Reproductive Health Resources
Eligible: KSU students, employees
Cost: N/A
Additional Information: You may contact the Women’s Center at 330-672-9230.
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DeWeese Health Center
The DeWeese Health Center is a full-service primary care medical facility. We can meet the majority of your health care needs including acute problems such as fevers, respiratory illnesses, stomach pains, sprains and strains, skin rashes, and minor emergencies. Appointments in our general medical and women’s health clinic are available for students and employees. Most insurance plans accepted and reasonable self-pay rates are available.
Contact: DeWeese Health Center
Address: 1500 Eastway Drive, Kent State University, Kent OH, 44242
Phone: 330-672-2322
Website: DeWeese Health Center
Eligible: KSU students, KSU employees
Cost: Costs are dependent on service needed.
Additional Information: Insurance may be billed for services.