HornetCare
Health & Counseling Services

Empowering every Hornet to be a healthy human

Where Wellness Meets the Hive!

HornetCare combines both Health and Counseling Services at the University of Lynchburg to provide you with a comprehensive health care experience that supports you physically and mentally. We’re here for your health and wellness.
Our Vision: HornetCare strives to provide comprehensive care that promotes the physical, mental, and emotional health of all students. We aim to foster a supportive environment where students thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
Our Mission: HornetCare will provide comprehensive, collaborative care that supports the well-beng of the whole student. 
Our Model: The HornetCare integrated care model is a comprehensive approach to healthcare that aims to provide coordinated, holistic care to students by integrating various services and healthcare providers. 
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At HornetCare, we believe that a healthy student is a thriving student. Our integrated Health and Counseling Services are here to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being throughout your time at the University of Lynchburg. 

Whether you need medical care, mental health support, or simply guidance on staying well, our compassionate team is dedicated to providing personalized, confidential care in a welcoming environment. 

From routine check-ups to counseling sessions, we are here to ensure you feel supported, empowered, and ready to take on college life with confidence.

Meet the Team

Emergency and After-hours Care

The Health Center doesn’t have on-call or after-hours coverage and is closed during scheduled University breaks. What follows is a list of emergency and after-hours resources that are available if you require medical assistance when the Health Center is closed.

Resource Contact Info Hours
Centra Lynchburg General Hospital (Emergency Room) 🏥 1901 Tate Springs Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24501
📞 434.200.3000
24 hours
Centra Urgent Care 🏥 16890 Forest Rd. Forest, VA 24551
📞 434.200.7210
Daily, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Crisis Text Line (Free 24-hour help) 📱 Text HOME to 741741 24 hours
Horizon Behavioral Health (Emergency Services) 🏥 2215 Langhorne Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24501
📞 434.477.5000
📞 434.522.8191 (after hours)
M-F, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
MedExpress 🏥 21054 Timberlake Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24502
📞 434.239.0627
Daily, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24-hour hotline) 📞 988 24 hours
Ortho Virginia (On-call) 🏥 2405 Atherholt Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24501
📞 434.485.8500
Call before arrival.
M-F, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
S-S, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sexual Assault Response Program (24-hour hotline) 🏥 1900 Tate Springs Rd., Suite 8 Lynchburg, VA 24501
📞 888.947.7273
24 hours
Virginia Poison Center (24-hour hotline) 📞 800.222.1222 24 hours
Walk-In-Care 🏥 14005 South Wards Rd., Suite A Lynchburg, VA 24501
📞 434.473.7700
Daily, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.