Suicide Prevention Resources

Are you in CRISIS?

For emergency assistance during a crisis, please dial 9-1-1.

If you or someone you know is in crisis and having thoughts of suicide, contact the following resources 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

• NJ Suicide Prevention Hopeline: (855) 654-6735

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline: (800) 273-8255

• Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741; if you would like to speak directly with a counselor of color you can text STEVE to 741741

• En español: (888) 628-9454

• Veterans Crisis Line: (800) 273-8255

• Trans Lifeline: (877) 565-8860

• The Trevor Project: (866) 488-7386

• RUPD: To reach RUPD while on campus, just dial 9-1-1. For non-emergency situations, call 973-353-5111.
• Residence Life: A staff member will work with the appropriate University units to assist you

For additional support, Rutgers University has on-campus resources:

• Counseling Center
  • Confidential psychological, psychiatric, and alcohol/drug support

  • Visit Blumenthal 101, call (973) 353-5805, or email counseling@newark.rutgers.edu

• VPVA
  • If you or a friend are dealing with interpersonal violence, access confidential support

  • Visit Blumenthal 203, call (973) 353-1918, or email run.vpva@rutgers.edu

  • WeChat - Confidential, peer-supported text line available daily via text to: (973) 339-0734

• CARE Team

  • If you or your friend need help and you are not sure where to turn, contact the CARE Team by emailing careteam@rutgers.edu, calling (973) 353-5063, or submit a concern using the following link: RUNCARE

• Uwill
  • Immediate access to teletherapy with a licensed therapist.

  •  It’s FREE & confidential so sign up now using your rutgers.edu email address.

For a printable reference of counseling and crisis support contact information, you can download the flyer below.

Crisis Support and Campus Resources Flyer