DISABILITIES Some Students come to college with a Disability that could be physical or mental. All Students just want to enjoy the college experience. However, sometimes disabled students face challenges in college.
UCD has the Disability Support Service(DSS), located beside the library turn stiles in the Arts Block. They provide a range of supports for all disabilities, examples of this can be supports including assistive technology, alternate format (e.g. Braille or audio), learning supports, access to librarian services and student supports to name a few. The DSS is contactable at www.ucd.ie/disability and the DSS main office number is 01-7167565 There is also a student society called the Inclusion, Participation, Awareness society (IPA Soc). It is not just for disabled students but for anyone interested in equal opportunities for Students with disabilities in UCD. As well as looking for full inclusion in college life, events include guest speakers such as paralympians and people from disability organizations, many great nights out and fundraisers, and they also partake in the college
HEALTH SERVICES The Student Health Service provides on-campus medical, psychological and psychiatric care to registered students of the university. The staff of the Student Health Service provides a service within an ethos of respect, courtesy and confidentiality and aim at all times to operate to the highest professional standards. The service is envisaged as an addition to the student's own family doctor or specialist medical services. Students should continue to attend their own General Practitioner, especially if Dublin based. Location: The Student Health Service is located on the first floor of the Student Centre. Telephone: (01)7163133 / 3143 Confidentiality: All consultations are treated in strict confidence. No information is given to others without permission. Out of Hours Medical Service: Emergency service is provided by:EastDoc - Tel. 01.2094021 (6pm-10pm weekdays &10am-6pm Weekends/Bank holidays), 58
wheelchair basketball. It’s hard to balance study, socializing, friends, family and the pints as a student in UCD and everyone wants to live the Student Life to the max, but if you have an interest in Disabilities issues you would liked raised, they can be contacted at ipaucd@gmail.com or have a look out for them in the Fresher’s Tent.
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Contacts- Tel. 01. 8300244 (House Call Service - 24 hour service) (Students should note that there is a fee for the above services) Accident and Emergency at St. Vincent's University Hospital can be used to assess any acute medical or psychiatric emergency 24 hours a day Appointments: Appointments may be made in person at reception or by phone (01) 716 3133. Please note that all students must be currently registered with UCD to use the service. When checking in for your booked appointment please use the self-service check-in pod located on the left hand side as you enter the waiting room. Emergencies: Emergencies receive priority and are dealt with immediately by the doctors and nurses during normal opening hours. Outside opening hours please contact: EASTDOC or CONTACTORS as already mentioned. Nurse Consultations: The nurses in the Student Health Service operate a walk-in, triage service during opening hours. MondayFriday 9.30am -12.00pm & 2.00pm to 3.00pm. The nurse will assess any student presenting with an urgent problem and refer on to the doctor, if need be.