Dublin Student Resources
Assistance to Support Basic Needs
Food Resources
Search for food pantries near your address by using the following resources:
Housing Resources
Supportive resources around Franklin County to assist with housing insecurity or free legal advice regarding tenant-landlord issues.
Financial Resources
- Email Heritage College Financial Aid Office
- The Dean of Students Office at the main campus has emergency microgrants that any student can apply to.
Mental Health Resources
Counseling Resources
Heritage College, Dublin medical students can meet for up to 10 free confidential sessions per academic year (July 1 – June 30) with Dublin-based Syntero outpatient clinician Sarah Stafford, LPCC-S virtually or face-to-face in her private MEB2 office (6785 Bobcat Way). Appointments are available at a variety of times Tuesday through Friday, including evening sessions.
Appointment Scheduling
Schedule an appointment (current students connected to Syntero)
New Students connecting with Syntero complete the referral form (5-10 minutes) online. Once completed, you will be contacted via email for scheduling.
Heritage College Resources
The Medical Student Assistance Program (MSAP) is available on all 3 campuses to help students who may be struggling with personal issues, mental health concerns, or impairments.
Dublin campus contacts are: Andrea Brunson and Dr. Sarah Frerick.
Ohio University Online (24/7) Resources
Crisis Hotlines
- ADAMH Crisis hotline, Franklin County 614-276-2273
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline call or text 988
- Veterans Crisis Line call 988 and press option 1 or text 838255
Dublin Student Basic Needs & Behavioral Health Resources
- LGBTQ Youth Crisis Hotline (Trevor Project) 866-488-7386
- TransLifeline (Available every day, 10am - 4am EST) 877-565-8860
- Crisis Text Line, Text HOME to 741741 in the U.S.
- 2-1-1 Services to connect anyone in Ohio with emergency resources call 211
What to Do in an Emergency
If you are concerned about the immediate health or well-being of a student in an emergent situation you should call 9-1-1 and explain the situation to the dispatcher. Please share as much information as possible including the location of the student, their situation, and any safety concerns. You can also direct a student to go to their closest emergency room.
If you need further direction, you can contact Heritage College Student Affairs on any campus during office hours and they will be able to discuss the situation with you and determine a best course of action. Administration may be included in these conversations to best support the student.
Physical Health Resources
Primary Care Information
It is important to establish care with a Primary Care Physician (PCP) in the Central Ohio area for accessible healthcare needs during medical school. Before scheduling an initial appointment, call or review your individual insurance plan to ensure your insurance is accepted. For further questions or assistance on establishing care, please see Dr. Kayla Duty.
Insurance Search Tools
- UnitedHealthcare Insurance (OHIO Student Insurance)
- Blue Cross, Blue Shield Insurance
- Medical Mutual/Ohio Health Insurance
Physician Search Tools
Recreation and Fitness Options
On campus, students can benefit from two exercise (gym) spaces located within the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation Anatomy Laboratory. Each space offers a variety of free weights, treadmills, stationary bikes and elliptical machines that students can access with their ID. Student locker room facilities are also available in the anatomy building for shower and restroom access.
Heritage College students on the Dublin campus additionally have an opportunity with a supplied annual membership at the Dublin Community Recreation Center, located minutes from the Dublin campus. The Dublin Community Recreation Center is a 110,000-square-foot facility with a fully equipped fitness area, jogging/walking track, pool and more community offerings. More details regarding this opportunity and annual renewal of memberships through year four will be provided at the beginning of each academic year. Students will have until the end of each February to sign-up for the current academic year. Please only register for a membership if the intent is for active, regular use, as the Heritage College is billed a full year’s membership fee for each student sign-up.