The Wellness Program takes a holistic approach to health education by promoting, and providing wellness resources to faculty, staff and students in our campus community. By focusing on the 8 dimesions of wellness, we are able to provide diverse education, resources, and programing to help our community achieve a healthier, and more sustainable lifestyle.
We encourage students and staff to take advantage of our wellness education offerings, including health fairs,workshops, publications and online information. For more information, see below.
Wellness Events | Temporary Medical Parking | Wellness Information | Tobacco-Free Campus | Health Insurance Info | Community Resources
Wellness Programming
Live Yoga & Meditation Class
Mondays, Noon-12:45 p.m. | All-level Yoga Class | Join »
Mondays 12:45-1 p.m. | Mindful Meditation Class | Join »
Wellness Warrior Series
Delaware County Wellness, Athletics & Recreation is excited to introduce our first annual Wellness Warrior Semester Series. This series consists of 8 seminars, workshops, or events, each highlighting a different dimension of wellness. By completing the Wellness Warrior Certification, students will be able to attain valuable information and resources that will facilitate achieving a healthier lifestyle.
Attend at least 4 out of 8 Workshops for Wellness Warrior Certificate (*For Students Only*)
Wellness Discussion with Avery Marz, M. A. Overcoming Obstacles & Living Mindfully
Thursday, October 29, 7-8 p.m. - Registration Required
This discussion style seminar looks into the life of Avery Marz, and how she uses her mindful perspective to overcome any obstacle placed in her way. As a stroke survivor, division I student-athlete, 2018 Pat Summitt Most Courageous Award recipient, writer, and educator, Avery is an amazing example of how having the right mindset, can allow her to persevere and succeed at a high level.
Register (After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting)
Wellness Champion Checklist
Over the course of the semester, there will be plenty of wellness and recreation events and programming to participate in. The first 100 people (students, faculty and staff are eligible) to complete 7 out of 15 items from Wellness Champion Checklist will receive a Wellness Champion T-shirt!
You must be able to show proof of completion and report to Wellness Coordinator, Austin Carroll, in order to be eligible!
Checklist LinkWhat's New With Wellness (WNWW)
Our What's New With Wellness virtual series was created to introduce you to various health and wellness resources in our community. The goal of each episode is to provide information and education on important topics relevant to achieving a healthy lifestyle such as financial wellness, sexual health, social wellness clubs, and much more! We also hope that it will make our community feel comfortable to take action by using these resources in the future!
- Ep. 1 - Counseling/LGBTQ Resources w/ Jason Stansberry
- Ep. 2 - Sexual Health Resources w/ Amber Nichols of Family and Community Service of Delco
- Ep. 3 - Domestic Abuse Project Delco Resources w/ Nicole Powell
- Ep. 4 - The importance of Donating Blood, How/When/Where w/ Jill Daws of the American Red Cross
- Ep. 5 - Picking the right shoe to get moving! w/ Ken Taylor of "The Running Place"
- Ep. 6 Mainline Health System Hospital and Wellness Resources, W/ Kara Chivalette
- Ep. 7- Social Health & Wellness Club, Virtual Running Club w/ Lionel Brodie of OPAC
- Ep. 8 - Nutrition Education w/ Jasmine Westbrooks of Eat Well Exchange, inc.
- Ep. 9- Financial Wellness Resources with Beth Manley of FMFCU
- Ep. 10- DCCC Wellness Athletics & Recreation
- Ep. 11- Suicide Prevention/Counseling Resources with Ryan Jeral of DCCC
- Ep. 12- Health Insrance Resources w/ Sharon Graham of Centers for medicare & Medicaid Services
*New Episodes Weekly | ALL episodes »
Movement Monday
Each monday, tune into our social media for fitness tips and education, live stretch breaks, and information about our group exercise classes. Take advantage of these resources and add some movement into your daily routine!
- Stretch Break- Hips and IT Band 90/90 (Watch Video)
- Stretch Break- Upper Body Mobility/Clamshell (Watch Video)
- Stretch Break-Hamstrings, Hip Flexors, Quads (Watch Video)
- Squat Form and Technique (Watch Video)
- Full Body Strength/Muscle Endurance Workout (Watch Video)
- 10 Minute Mindful Standing Stretch Break (Watch Video)
- Full Body Stretch Routine (Watch Video)
- 10 Minute Stretch Routine Pt. 2 (Watch Video)
Upcoming Wellness Events
- 9/23 Wellness Warrior Workshop #1 Time: 11 a.m.-Noon: Emotional Intelligence & Overall Health and Well-being
- Led by Austin Carroll, Wellness Coordinator. Register »
- 10/1 Annual Fall Blood Drive, Time: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Health Insurance/Resources
- Health Insurance Marketplace
- PA Child Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
- Chester County Prescription Discount Card
- Health Insurance Coverage in PA - Tools and Resources
- InfantSee.org - Free initial eye assessment for Children
- Partnership for Prescription Assistance
- Spanish Language Health Care Website
- https://www.cms.gov/About-CMS/Agency-Information/OMH/equity-initiatives/c2c/consumer-resources
- https://www.cms.gov/About-CMS/Agency-Information/OMH/equity-initiatives/c2c/partner-resources
PUBLIC HEALTH
Temporary Medical Parking
If you have a temporary injury or illness that makes it difficult to walk a long distance from parking lots, the Wellness Center and Campus Safety offices can provide you with a temporary Medical Parking Permit. These permits are available for eight-week periods, with the possibility of an extension, if needed. To be eligible, you must complete an application, provide a copy of your Driver's License and a note from your doctor indicating your injury/illness.
Wellness Information
The Wellness Center is here to provide information on relevant health issues, community resources and other wellness topics. Stop by Room 1181 for brochures, flyers, books and other resources on wellness topics from sexual health to nutrition and smoking.
Contact
Marple Campus
Academic Building, Room 1181
Hours: Monday - Friday 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Phone: 610-359-5140
Facebook: facebook.com/DCCCWellnessAthleticsRecreation
Community & Exercise Resources
Education
- Move More All Month Long
- Choose your own workout circuit from the comfort of your home
- 25 Ways to Get Moving at Home
- Balance Exercises
- Importance of flexibility
Mindfulness & Meditation
- 10-Minute Mindfulness Meditation
- The Perfect Mindfulness Meditation in Only 10 Minutes
- Become Fully Present & Calm with this Guided 10-Minute Mindfulness Meditation
- Mindful Monday
Group Exercise Classes
- Les Mills At-Home Workouts
- 30-min Cardio Latin Dance Workout
- 30-Min STRONG Zumba-Full Body Toning
- 10-Minute Standing Core Workout
- 30-Min Hip Hop Fit Workout
- 30 Min At-Home Boxing Workout
Kids Workouts
Free and Low Cost Health Clinics for Delaware County Residents
Free and Low Cost Health Services for Chester County Residents
Tobacco-Free Campus
Delaware County Community College is 100 percent tobacco free. The Tobacco-Free Campus Policy is part of a commitment to create a healthy and sustainable environment for the entire College community. It is intended to eliminate exposure to secondhand smoke, provide an environment supportive of tobacco-free lifestyles and eliminate the environmental impact of cigarette litter. The policy applies to all faculty, staff, students and visitors (including contractors and their employees).