Crisis Helplines, Mental/Physical Health & Disabilities

Helplines (Most are 24 hours)

Crisis and Support Hotlines

: call or text 988
University Police: (760) 750-4567 or dial 9-1-1
: Text “HOME” to 741741 to text for mental health support
SHCS: After hours: �� Student Health & Counseling Services: (760) 750-4915 - press 2 to talk to a contracted counselor
(behavioral health/Mobile Crisis Response Team): (888) 724-7240
for service members, veterans, and families: (888) 457-4838 or text MIL1 to 839863
: (800) 985-5990
for LGBTQ+ Youth: (866) 488-7386
: (877) 565-8860
(help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics): (888) 425-2666

Domestic/Dating/Sexual Violence

At ��: Sexual Violence Advocacy: Email advocates@csusm.edu or call (760) 750-4912
Domestic Violence Line: (888) 272-1767
Domestic Violence Line: (760) 757-3500
Dating Violence Assistance: (866) 331-9474 or text LOVEIS to 22522
(RAINN): (800) 273-8255 or chat: online.rainn.org

Report Abuse

: (800) 344-6000
: (800) 339-4661 or for all senior services

Medical, Mental Health, & Disabilities

On-Campus Support

Cougar Care Network: (760) 750-7627 or ccn@csusm.edu Provides support, information, and connection to campus and off-campus resources.
Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) provides basic medical care as well as individual and group counseling and workshops. Request a medical appointment. For counseling, the first step is to schedule an initial phone consultation by calling (760) 750-4915. 24-hour counselor assistance via phone also available.
�� SHCS group therapy and coping skills workshops: Free 50-minute workshops & a variety of group therapy.
�� Mental Health - Focused Events - Student Health and Counseling's HOPE and Wellness Center puts on mental health focused events weekly. Check the link for their upcoming programs and events.
�� Sexual Violence Advocacy: Email advocates@csusm.edu or call 760-750-4912 for confidential help.
�� Racial Trauma, Resiliency, and Ally Resources
Mindfulness ��- Written, pre-recorded, and/or live mindfulness sessions.
YOU@��: Personalized wellness portal listing campus resources for each individual user.
�� Disability Support Services
SHCS Health Assistance Fund: A fund to help students access mental and medical health services needed to support their well-being and academic success.

Off-Campus Mental Health and Support Services

(844-582-2111) is a free, confidential app for students 13-25 years sponsored by the Dept of Healthcare Services in CA. You can talk with a "telecoach" (community health worker, peer specialist, substance misuse counselor or behavioral health professional) between 10am-10pm for 5 minutes up to 40 minutes, available in 19 different languages. Their app also has helpful ways to monitor your moods, improve your mental health, and connect you with helpful local resources. No insurance, no session limits, no fees.
offers online therapy on a sliding scale starting at $30 per session.
offers Therapy for All where you can attend up to 15 sessions for FREE with interns (ASW/AMFT) then $40 per session after that.
- 1(833)TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) - The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy.
in Escondido is a short-term facility that can help with crisis intervention support such as suicidal ideation. Walk-in or call Intake Line at (760) 739-3012.
- off-campus program that provides crisis services, including medication evaluation and management in an outpatient setting (less than 24 hours). Takes all individuals regardless of whether insured due to county funding.
– Off campus program that provides crisis services, including medication evaluation and management in an outpatient setting (less than 24 hours). Takes all individuals regardless of whether insured due to funding county.
– off campus resource that provides comprehensive support services for anyone who has experienced child abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, hate crime, violent loss, family abuse or victimization.

Pregnancy/ Prenatal Care & Parenting

�� Pregnant and Parenting Student Resources
is a trusted health care provider, educator, and advocate for sexual and reproductive health care, sex education, and rights. (Please be aware: this is a pro-choice organization)
is a non-profit pregnancy care center that offers reproductive and sexual health services, all 100% FREE. Pregnancy Verification, Adoption, Sexual Health Education, etc. (Please be aware: this is a pro-life organization)
- 1(833)TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) - The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy.
- California's parenting website
- California Women, Infants & Children
- Employment Development Department, State of California

Grief Support

provides grief counseling and groups for individuals in San Diego and Southwest Riverside counties who have lost a loved one.
: Provides individual/group support for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.
provides support for pet loss.
15 Tips to Help You Get Through the Early Stages of Grief - chopra.com

Health-Related Insurance and Assistance

Students can apply for food, cash, and health coverage benefits. Get . A county representative is available on Tuesdays from 10am-2pm at the ASI Cougar Pantry and virtually on Wednesdays.
- Free and subsidized health insurance for eligible individuals and families. , by calling , or get .
helps you complete Medi-Cal or other insurance applications. Call (760) 736-6734 to schedule an appointment with one of their friendly Program & Resource Specialists.
: Financial assistance is available by calling (800) 813-HOPE (4673).
: Provides San Diego County residents, who have any type of cancer which impairs their mental and/or physical capacity to prepare food, with free meals.
: Provides help (such as lodging in Temecula Valley, food, support, etc) for those who need to be away from home while their loved ones are hospitalized.
(NEDA) offers screening, resources, and treatment connections.

Low-Cost Medical Clinics

All offer primary care, mental health, dental, & more. They accept Medi-Cal & have a low income sliding fee scale for those without insurance. Telehealth appointments also available.

- Located in El Cajon & Escondido
is located primarily in southern San Diego. Also offers substance abuse aid; mental health wait may be 3-4 months.
is located in Vista, Oceanside, & Lake Elsinore. Also offers optometry. Doctor visits start at $40. Dental can range $50-$100 but they do not offer crowns, implants, root canals, or braces. They offer limited extractions. Call (844) 308-5003 to make an appointment in English or Spanish.

Disability Assistance

�� Disability Support Services
is a statewide program that helps children and young adults under 21 years of age who have certain physical limitations, chronic health conditions or diseases. They may be able to help with medical services and equipment, if you qualify.
provides free civil legal services to disadvantaged families, seniors, persons with disabilities, persons living with HIV/AIDS, and domestic violence survivors in San Diego County.
- BenefitsCheckUp connects millions of older adults and people with disabilities with benefits programs that can help pay for health care, medicine, food, utilities, and more. See what's available in your area by entering your ZIP code at the link.
- The IHSS Program provides funding to elderly or disabled Californians to pay for services to take place in their personal homes or places of residence (i.e., payment for family caregivers, adjustments to the home, etc.). State policymakers designed the program to prevent the unnecessary placement of individuals in Medicaid (Medi-Cal) funded nursing homes.

For DISABILITY/PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT/TESTING (such as ADHD/Autism/NeuroPsych evaluations) to assist with class accommodations at ��, etc.:

may accept some insurance plans such as Medicare and Tricare or can provide a Superbill for reimbursement for out-of-network providers. Located in San Diego and Temecula. Call 858-914-1347
Family Wellness/Outpatient Center in San Diego that provides assessments out of pocket that range from $500 to $1500.

Be aware that psychological testing can be costly and some students consider seeking help from the �� SHCS Health Assistance Fund.

Drug and Alcohol Assistance

(support for family/friends of problem drinkers): (888) 425-2666
offers local support groups for families and friends of addicts.
& : local meeting information.
(SAMHSA): (800) 662-HELP (4357) or TTY: (800) 487-4889 is an information service, in English & Spanish, for those facing mental &/or substance use disorders. Provides referrals to local treatment, support groups, & community organizations.
in Oceanside offers a 26-week Recovery Training Program for men & women who hope to stop drinking or using drugs.
in Vista offers residential substance abuse treatment: (760) 630-9922

Sexually Transmitted Infections Testing

Student Health and Counseling Services at ��
is a trusted health care provider, educator, and advocate for sexual and reproductive health care, sex education, and rights. (Please be aware: this is a pro-choice organization)
- Free victim evidentiary exams