Teen Wellness Center

Description:

To ensure that each and every Alexandrian teen succeeds !€“ physically, emotionally, socially, and academically !€“ by collaboratively providing an easily accessible medical clinic at Alexandria High School.

Services that are NON-CONFIDENTIAL and need parent/guardian consent if you are under the age of 18:

NEW: COVID-19 vaccines, by appointment or available during any other visit
Immunizations for HPV, Influenza (flu), TDAP and more
Tuberculosis Testing
Treatment of colds, acne, and other minor illnesses
Physical examinations required for schools, participation in sports, employment and the Special Olympics


Services that are CONFIDENTIAL and do NOT need parent/guardian consent:

Pregnancy testing and prevention
Diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, HIV and more)
Reproductive health services (including prescribing birth control)
Health education on nutrition, exercise, and stress reduction techniques
Behavior change counseling
Mental health and substance abuse counseling

Hours:

The TWC clinic operates Monday through Friday from 9am - 1pm and 2 - 5pm
Except on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month, when hours are 12 - 5pm.

Intake Process:

Text "APPT" to 571.329.2245 to make an appointment (please do NOT text confidential information) or call 703.746.4776 during clinic hours

Program Fees:

Services are provided FREE of charge (since billing a health insurance plan risks indirectly notifying the parent that a teen sought TWC services). Contact a Teen Wellness clinic staffer for more information on what and when information is withheld.

Eligibility:

The Teen Wellness Center serves ALL teenagers aged 12 to 19 years old, who live in the City of Alexandria.

Is Shelter?

No

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Date of Official Change:

April 19, 2022

Accessibility:

Our main entrance faces King Street. Free parking is available in the garage to the rear of the school.