Health & Wellness

San Beda College Alabang’s Health Services Division provides health programs, policies, and first aid to the school community. The division also promotes wellness campaigns and vaccination programs.

Health Services

Health Services devices and implements the health programs and policies of the San Beda College Alabang. It also provides a first-aid response to stakeholders who are in need of immediate medical attention. The services it offers are provision for medicines for common illnesses/ailments, dental and routine physical check-ups for students. The Office likewise promotes advocacy programs such as vaccination and general wellness campaigns.

Vision

We aim to be the best school health service facility appropriately equipped with committed readiness to respond to health concerns and the safety of our stakeholders within the school community.

Mission

To institute a holistic medical and dental health program that will ensure and bring about the following:

Promotion of wellness, care and safety among stakeholders
Collaboration with other health agencies in response to emergent health concerns and contingencies
Cooperation in sharing ideas and learned experiences with other sectors as a social responsibility

Health Services Division

Provides health programs and policies, first aid, and routine health check-ups for students. The division also promotes wellness campaigns and vaccination programs.

First aid

Immediate medical attention to students and other stakeholders

Medications

Medicines for common illnesses

Physical check-ups

Routine physical check-ups for students

Wellness campaigns

Promotes wellness campaigns and vaccination programs

Goals

To promote physical wellness and protect the health of students
To supplement and complement the total development of students
To maintain working conditions that are safe and healthy for employees
To maintain sanitation, order, and hygiene on campus

Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Framework

San Beda College Alabang, through its Counseling and Career Development Services (CCDS), has unveiled the Bedan Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Framework, a comprehensive approach aimed at fostering mental well-being within the Bedan community. Grounded in the principles of prevention, intervention, recovery, and post-evaluation, this initiative reinforces the institution’s commitment to promoting a supportive environment for students, faculty, and staff.

A Holistic Approach to Mental Health

Mental health is a vital aspect of overall well-being, affecting an individual’s ability to cope with stress, develop personally, and contribute meaningfully to society. Research highlights the critical role of social support in mitigating loneliness and reducing the stigma surrounding help-seeking behaviors, particularly among Filipino students. Acknowledging this, the Bedan Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Framework integrates mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being in its approach, ensuring a Benedictine-centered and data-driven response to mental health challenges.

At the heart of the framework are three core objectives:

Be Aware – Raising awareness about mental health and the factors that contribute to maintaining it.
Be Well – Empowering individuals by strengthening personal resilience and support systems.
Be Kind – Cultivating a community that actively supports those struggling with mental health concerns.

Guiding Principles: A Commitment to Mental Well-Being

This framework is built on six key principles:

Holistic Support – Recognizing the interconnectedness of mental, emotional, social, and physical well-being.
Responsive and Empowering – Proactively addressing students’ developmental and mental health needs.
Benedictine-Oriented – Aligning mental health initiatives with Bedan core values to foster resilience.
Statutory Compliance – Ensuring all programs adhere to RA 11036 (Mental Health Act) and RA 12080 (Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act).
Culturally Sensitive – Incorporating Filipino collectivist values to create effective, community-driven programs.
Evidence-Based – Using data-driven strategies to enhance mental health outcomes.

A Collaborative Effort Across the Institution

The CCDS serves as the primary coordinating body for mental health initiatives within the school, ensuring alignment with the guidelines set by DepEd and CHED. However, mental health support extends beyond the CCDS—all school personnel play an essential role in fostering a mentally healthy environment. This includes academic departments, administrative staff, secretarial teams, health and safety officers, and general services personnel.

By implementing this integrated and proactive framework, San Beda College Alabang strengthens its mission of cura personalis, or care for the whole person, ensuring that every Bedan has access to the support and resources necessary for optimal mental well-being.

This initiative is more than just a program—it is a commitment to fostering a culture of awareness, wellness, and kindness, where mental health is valued, prioritized, and supported at every level of the institution.