In the event that your student has an emergency situation, the following information may help parents/guardians find necessary resources.
Hospitals:
- Local Hospital – Baptist Health, 801 Eastern Bypass, Richmond, 859-623-3131
- Closest Level 1 Trauma Center – University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital, 1000 S. Limestone, Lexington, KY, 859-257-1000
- Closest Psychiatric Care Center – Eastern State Hospital, 1350 Bull Lea Road, Lexington KY, 859-246-8000
General Health Care Needs::
Whom to call on campus if there is an emergency at home and your student cannot be reached?
- For Parents/Guardians, Call EKU Police at 859-622-1111
- For Students: Download the EKU S.A.F.E. App to communicate with EKU Police or call EKU Police.
Other Tips for Parents/Guardians:
- Make sure your student listed emergency contacts in MyEKU. The link is in My Profile > Update Emergency Contacts.
- Do you have easy access to your student’s medical release (HIPAA) and/or Healthcare Power of Attorney forms?
- Have you requested contact information from your student’s roommate and/or their parent/guardian’s information?
- Does your student have a way to refill prescriptions easily?
