Emergencies

Emergencies

In a life-threatening situation, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest Emergency Room.

At the Student Counseling Center, we understand that sometimes mental health emergencies arise and a student may wish to speak with a counselor immediately. At any time during normal business hours, a student in crisis may contact the SCC and request to meet with a counselor. The SCC staff will determine the appropriate steps to take in each presenting situation. If the SCC is closed, or if a student cannot make it to the SCC, we recommend that they call 9-1-1, go to the nearest Emergency Room, call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (9-8-8), or use the Crisis Text Line (text TALK to 741-741).

Local Resources 

JU Campus Security

904-256-7585

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (non-emergency)  

904-630-0500

Women's Center of Jax Rape Crisis Hotline

904-721-7273

United Way of Northeast Florida

2-1-1

Hotlines

In difficult times, there are people who want to help and support you. These hotlines listed below are available 24/7 and are free and confidential. If you need it, make the call.

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline  

9-8-8 (Call/Text)

English/Spanish

Crisis Text Line

Text TALK to 741-741

English

Crisis Text Line

Text HOLA to 741-741

Spanish

RAINN (Sexual Assault)

1-800-656-HOPE(4673)  

English/Spanish

Domestic Violence

1-800-799-SAFE(7233)

English/Spanish

SAMHSA (Alcohol/Drugs)  

1-800-662-HELP(4357)

English/Spanish

Trevor Project (LGBTQ)

1-866-488-7386

English

Trans Lifeline

877-565-8860

English/Spanish

United Way

2-1-1

English/Spanish