DAYTIME (8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday)
In addition to ongoing counseling appointments, the Counseling Center is available for immediate crisis intervention for Loyola students that are experiencing a psychological emergency. We are open between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our office is located in the turret of the Humanities Center, one flight up in room 150. For more information or for immediate help, come to the Counseling Center or call (410) 617-5109.
AFTER HOURS (After 5:00 p.m. and on weekends)
For psychological emergencies that occur in the evenings or on weekends, contact your Resident Assistant (who can access a counselor for emergencies) or call the Department of Public Safety (410-617-5911).
OTHER EMERGENCY OPTIONS
Grassroots Suicide Hotline: 1-800-422-0009 National Hopeline Hotline (English & Spanish speaking helpers): 1-800-784-2433 First Call for Help Hotline (English & Spanish speaking helpers): 1-800-492-0618 ULifeline National Suicide Prevention: 1-800-273-TALK
Important Note: If you or a friend are in immediate serious crisis, please go to one of the local hospital emergency rooms for help or call 911. Mercy Hospital (sexual assault): 410-332-9411 Union Memorial Crisis Intervention: 410-554-2106 GBMC Hospital: 410-902-4614 Sinai Hospital Emergency Room: 410-601-8800
Tips for Managing Crisis: * Don't make hasty decisions | * Avoid alcohol and drugs | * Don't isolate yourself | * Keep regular meal/sleep time | * Ask for help | * Be patient with yourself | * Talk to family and friends | * Remember to breathe deeply |
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