Threat of harm to self or others

If you are concerned about a threat of harm to yourself or others, know there are resources to help. The following resources are available to anyone who needs them, including staff, faculty, and other academic appointees, postdocs, and students.

Emergencies and imminent threats

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University of California Police Department (UCPD)

If you need emergency support related to a threat of harm, please call 911 or call the UCPD emergency number (510) 642-3333 anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

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Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

If you need urgent support related to a student's mental health concern, you can contact CAPS at 510-642-9494 (or 24 hours at 855-817-5667).

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National Suicide Prevention Line

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7. Call or text 988.

For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988.

Non-emergency support

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University of California Police Department (UCPD)

If this is not an emergency, you can contact UCPD for assistance on the 24/7 non-emergency line, (510) 642-6760. 

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Campus Mobile Crisis Response

The Campus Mobile Crisis Response team provides care to students, faculty, and staff experiencing mental health crises (urgent, but not emergent).

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Center for Support and Intervention (CSI) Care Report

If you are concerned about a student's behavior or a student in distress, you can seek assistance from CSI by submitting a CARE Report. CSI offers more information on its Get Support(link is external) and Campus & Community Resources(link is external) pages.

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University Health Services (UHS)

UHS provides information about getting help for students of concern(link is external) and resources for the prevention of suicide(link is external). 

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Enhancing Safety on Campus and In the Community website

The Enhancing Safety on Campus and In the Community website information about campus security efforts, safety best practices, and answers to frequently asked questions.

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