Core Spaces is integrating professional mental health support into the resident experience at its student housing communities.
The vertically integrated developer, operator, and investment manager is partnering with Talkspace, an online behavioral health care company, to offer free, on-demand mental health services and resources for 30,000 residents beginning Sept. 2.
“We know that today’s students want more than a place to live. They want connection and community, and creating an environment that fosters that is our top priority,” said president Dan Goldberg. “Talkspace is an incredible platform that makes professional support more accessible. This is more important than ever, and we’re proud to be among the first in student housing to offer this resource to our residents.”
Core Spaces has 78 properties and 48,000 beds under management. The program will launch nationwide, initially reaching up to 30,000 students in 32 university markets, including Atlanta; Los Angeles; Madison, Wisconsin; and Tucson, Arizona. The company has plans to eventually expand across the full portfolio.
Through the exclusive partnership, students will have unlimited 24/7 messaging with licensed mental health professionals, access to a self-guided mental health app, and an annual complimentary virtual therapy session.
“We are proud to partner with Core Spaces to make mental health services more accessible to students,” added Natalie Cummins, chief business officer at Talkspace. “College is a time of immense growth, but it also comes with unique challenges. This partnership allows us to provide resources directly to students, helping them navigate these pressures and succeed.”
