Mental Health Support Services and Resources

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Thank you to medical, clinical, and administrative colleagues across Rowan University, Rowan–Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (Rowan–Virtua SOM), and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) for collaborating and helping to provide information regarding support services and resources.

This article/list of services and resources will remain updated.

Warning: This content discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at "988." Additionally, all Rowan University students from all Rowan colleges and schools including the Rowan–Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (Rowan–Virtua SOM) and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) can call Rowan Public Safety at 856.256.4911. If these resources do not meet your needs and you or someone you know is still at risk for harm from yourself or others, please call 911. If you are supporting someone in need, do not leave the person alone until emergency medical services arrive.

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If you or someone you know is at risk for harm from yourself or others, call 911 or go to your local emergency room.

Support for Rowan Students

The Wellness Center provides numerous support services for undergraduate and graduate students on the Glassboro campus who are struggling with mental health issues, substance dependence, substance use disorder (SUD), and other medical needs. The Wellness Center at Winans Hall on the Glassboro campus facilitates the following services:

*If you are in crisis, you can call Rowan Public Safety at 856.256.4911. Additionally, the Wellness Center After Hours emergency number is 856.256.4333 (follow the prompts to speak with a counselor on call); or call Public Safety at 856.256.4911.

• Rowan Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS): This service offers high-quality counseling to address a range of mental health issues, for Rowan undergraduate and graduate students on the Glassboro campus. CPS further offers its services to Rowan faculty and staff on the Glassboro campus regarding issues impacting the campus community. Confidential personal clinical counseling and other psychological services are available cost-free to all currently enrolled students. Students should call 856.256.4333 or email wellnesscenter@rowan.edu to make an in-person appointment. To schedule teletherapy, visit the Rowan CPS website.

• Rowan Alcohol and Other Drug Services (AOD) Program: Confidential, high-quality counseling/therapy and treatment for Rowan undergraduate and graduate students on the Glassboro campus who are struggling with any substance dependence, SUD, and mental health issues is available at the Wellness Center through its AOD Program. Students can make an appointment with a licensed clinical provider by calling 856.256.4333 or emailing wellnesscenter@rowan.edu. To learn more about services, visit the Rowan Wellness Center website.

• Rowan Student Health Services (SHS): This service offers cost-free illness and injury visits for Rowan undergraduate and graduate students on the Glassboro campus. Students are clinically evaluated by a physician or advanced practice nurse (APN), provided some medications and treatments, and/or are provided with medical referral for illnesses or injuries. SHS does not take the place of a primary care physician (PCP). Certain medications, and point-of-care lab tests, are offered cost-free. Reimbursement receipts can be submitted to health insurance companies. Students should call 856.256.4333 to make an in-person appointment. For non-emergency health-related questions, students can call 856.256.4333 and follow the prompts to speak with a nurse. To learn more about services, visit the Rowan SHS website.

• Rowan Emergency Medical Services (EMS): This is a student-run organization chartered under the Rowan Student Government Association (SGA), providing 24/7 emergency medical care to the Glassboro campus, Rowan–Virtua SOM campuses in Stratford and Sewell, CMSRU campus in Camden, and surrounding communities. EMS also offers students cost-free non-urgent transportation to and from off-campus medical and counseling/therapy appointments, and pharmacy access for prescriptions unavailable at the Walgreens located on the Glassboro campus, within a 15-minute radius of campus. Transports are available Monday through Friday, 9am to 4pm. All transport requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance. To learn more about this service, visit the Rowan EMS website.

Confidential, high-quality care for Rowan Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (Rowan GSBS), Rowan–Virtua SOM, and CMSRU graduate students, medical students, and medical residents who are struggling with mental health issues is available at the Rowan–Virtua SOM Department of Psychiatry clinical site:

• Rowan–Virtua SOM Student Mental Health Center: All services are provided off-campus to protect privacy, at the Rowan–Virtua SOM Department of Psychiatry Mount Laurel clinic or via telehealth. For maximum privacy, no students or residents are permitted to shadow or deliver services for the center, and to protect against role conflicts, providers do not participate in the academic evaluation of graduate students, medical students, and medical residents. Please note that this clinical site is currently only insurance-based. Rowan GSBS, Rowan–Virtua SOM, and CMSRU graduate students, medical students, and medical residents who are seeking a diagnostic evaluation and/or clinical care will need to utilize health insurance to make an appointment with a psychiatrist for medication management/therapy or with a clinical psychologist for therapy/performance coaching. Rowan GSBS, Rowan–Virtua SOM, and CMSRU graduate students, medical students, and medical residents can make an appointment with a licensed clinical provider by calling 856.482.9000. If you are a Rowan GSBS, Rowan–Virtua SOM, or CMSRU graduate student, medical student, or medical resident calling Monday to Friday after 4pm ET or on a weekend, and you need urgent medical assistance or are in distress, please call Rowan Public Safety at 856.256.4911 and ask for the counselor on call. For more information about services, visit the Rowan–Virtua SOM Psychiatry website.

Support for Rowan Faculty and Staff

• Employee Advisory Service (EAS): The EAS is a referral agency for Rowan faculty and staff. If, in the opinion of the EAS Advisor, the employee should seek medical assistance, the Advisor will help with the arrangements. If other services seem indicated, the employee will be advised and referred. Employees may contact the EAS directly, and are encouraged to voluntarily seek information and referral. All contact with the EAS is confidential. To learn more about services, please call 866.327.9133 or visit the Rowan EAS website.

Support for Rowan Students, Faculty, and Staff

• Rowan University Recovery Support Group: The Rowan Recovery Support Group held its first fall 2023 semester meeting on Monday, September 11, from 5pm to 6pm ET, at the Wellness Center in Winans Hall on the Glassboro campus, and meetings will recur each Monday, same time and location. The group is open to all students, faculty, and staff from all Rowan colleges and schools including Rowan–Virtua SOM and CMSRU, who are in all stages of recovery and/or who are supporting loved ones/family members in all stages of recovery. The group is supportive of all people in recovery from substance dependence and addictions/disorders, including opioid use, stimulant use, alcohol use, and mental health disorders, and is supportive of people on all pathways to recovery including medication for addiction treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder (OUD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). The Rowan Recovery Support Group is facilitated by John Woodruff, Senior Director of Accessibility and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator at Rowan, and Co-Director of the Center for Neurodiversity at Rowan. For more information about the group, email John Woodruff at woodruff@rowan.edu or call 267.566.8619. Click here to download the flyer for sharing with all Rowan students, faculty, and staff across all Rowan colleges and schools.

• Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program: This service offers animal-assisted therapy (AAT) and animal-assisted education (AAE) for all students, faculty, and staff at Rowan University, Rowan–Virtua SOM, and CMSRU. Services include group and individual therapy animal visits; partnerships with Rowan student services, including accessibility services such as the Center for Neurodiversity, and other Wellness Center departments; exam de-stress events; and transition support. To learn more about services, visit the Rowan Pet Therapy website.

Support and Resources for Marginalized Communities

• The Steve Fund: The Steve Fund is the United States' leading organization focused on supporting the mental health and wellbeing of young people of color. If you are a young person of color and feeling stressed, depressed, and/or anxious, text "STEVE" to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. Learn more about services and additional resources on the Steve Fund website.

• BlackLine: The BlackLine is divested from law enforcement. It is a resource for peer support, counseling, and witnessing and affirming the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) "who are most impacted by systematic oppression with an LGBTQ+ Black femme lens." BlackLine prioritizes BIPOC. Call or text 1.800.604.5841 and visit the BlackLine website for additional resources.

• StrongHearts Native Helpline: This helpline is a 24/7 confidential, anonymous, and culturally-sensitive domestic and sexual violence support resource. Call 844.762.8483 to access the following services, cost-free: crisis intervention; support finding a local crisis center or clinical practice trained in caring for survivors of sexual assault and forensic exams; domestic and sexual violence education; safety planning; and more. Learn more about these services on the StrongHearts Native Helpline website.

• Asian LifeNet Hotline: If you are in distress and would like free, confidential crisis counseling in the specific languages of Cantonese, Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, or Fujianese, call the Asian LifeNet Hotline at 877.990.8585.

• Trans Lifeline: The Trans Lifeline is divested from law enforcement. It is the U.S.' only crisis peer support hotline, led and staffed by trans people, for people who need someone trans to talk with—even if you aren't in crisis or are unsure if you're trans. Call 877.565.8860, and learn more about services and additional resources on the Trans Lifeline website.

• The Trevor Project: The Trevor Project is the world's largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention support organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning (LGBTQ) adolescents and young adults. Call 866.488.7386 or text TREVOR to 202.304.1200, and visit the Trevor Project website for additional resources.

• LGBT National Help Center: Through cost-free and confidential hotlines, online chat programs, email services, and an online database of resources, the LGBT National Help Center seeks to serve and uplift the community when struggling with coming-out issues, safer sex information, family and relationship issues, and mental health. Visit the LGBT National Help Center website for additional resources, and call the following hotlines for support:
  • LGBT National Hotline: 888.843.4564
  • LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline: 888.OUT.LGBT (888.688.5428)
  • LGBT National Youth Talkline: 1.800.246.PRIDE (1.800.246.7743)
  • LGBT National Senior Hotline: 888.234.7243

• Therapy for Black Girls: Founded by licensed psychologist Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, therapy for Black Girls is "an online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls." The website offers a database for finding a licensed therapist located near you or to scheduled telehealth; a podcast on mental health and personal development; and additional wellness resources. Learn more about these resources on the Therapy for Black Girls website.

• Therapy for Black Men: The online space was "born from the idea that Black men and boys face unique challenges and stigmatization, and therefore need a dedicated space for seeking and finding mental health support. We've made it our mission to strip away that stigmatization and ease the process of finding help. By providing targeted resources and a database filled with professionals equipped to support men of color, our users can now obtain the help they need and deserve." Learn more about these resources on the Therapy for Black Men website.

• The Asian Mental Health Collective (AMHC): The AMHC raises awareness about mental health care within Asian communities, and offers online directories of licensed mental health professionals who identify as Asian in the U.S. and Canada. You can search on the AMHC website for a licensed therapist by insurance, specialties, and identity.

• Therapy for LatinX: Therapy for LatinX is an online database of licensed therapists who either identify as Latine or who have worked closely with Latine communities and have worked to understand their needs. You can search on the Therapy for LatinX website for a local licensed therapist, or licensed therapists available by telehealth, by insurance, specialties, and identity.

• Inclusive Therapists: Inclusive Therapists is a social justice movement founded by licensed marriage and family therapist Melody Li to destigmatize and expand mental health care to people with marginalized identities. You can search on the Inclusive Therapists website for a local licensed therapist, or licensed therapists available by telehealth, by insurance, specialties, and identity.

• U Good F.A.M.? LLC: This program was created by Dr. Kha' Sadler, Mental Health Clinician and Associate Provost at Rowan University. U Good F.A.M.? provides racially and ethnically diverse students within postsecondary and K–12 settings with services that include facilitated student dialogues; educational sessions in the form of workshops for educators and others within the helping profession; and wellness coaching and consultation. Services are offered monthly to Rowan University undergraduate students on the Glassboro campus. Visit the website at ugoodfam.health for additional resources and contact information.

Additional information and supportive resources for marginalized communities and special populations are available at this link.

Additional Support and Resources Available to the General Public

• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: For mental health crisis support, for all people who are struggling and their loved ones/families, call or text "988." Visit the website at 988lifeline.org for additional resources.

• New Jersey Suicide Prevention Hopeline: The New Jersey Department of Human Services (NJ DHS), New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services (NJ DMHAS) offers a confidential, anonymous crisis center call-line, in addition to text and online chat services, for all New Jersey residents of all ages who are in emotional distress and crisis. The hopeline is staffed by trained mental health and peer support specialists, with a clinical supervisor overseeing each team for every shift, and senior clinical team members available for consultation at all times. Call 855.654.6735 for immediate assistance; text njhopeline@ubhc.rutgers.edu for a text reply within 24 hours; or utilize the 24/7 online chat function. Visit the New Jersey Suicide Prevention Hopeline website for additional resources.

• Veterans Crisis Line: For mental health and suicide prevention crisis support, for veterans who are struggling and their loved ones/families, call or text "988" and then press "1" to reach responders from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—many of whom are veterans themselves—or visit the website at veteranscrisisline.net

• Oaks Integrated Care Mental Health Urgent Care (UC): The Oaks Mental Health UC supports adults aged 18 years and older, at clinical practice locations in Camden and Cumberland Counties. These facilities are tailored to people in crisis who need immediate support with symptoms of mental illness but who are not in need of psychiatric hospitalization. The team focuses on supporting patients to choose their best path, create and reinforce coping skills and support networks, and emphasizes wellness and recovery. On-site and telehealth services are available during mental health UC office hours, and walk-in appointments are offered as well. The Camden County location is 2051 Springdale Road in Cherry Hill (call 856.254.3800) and the Cumberland County location is 1420 South Lincoln Avenue in Vineland (call 856.537.2310). Walk-in hours at both locations are Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 8pm; and Saturdays from 9am to 5pm. For after-hours emergencies, call 856.428.HELP or 911. Visit the Oaks Mental Health UC website for additional information.

• Mental Health Association in New Jersey (MHA NJ) Mental Health Cares: The MHA NJ Mental Health Cares team offers a behavioral health information and referral service call-line, funded by NJ DMHAS. A team of behavioral health care specialists utilize their extensive understanding of the behavioral health system to connect people to information and services. Call 866.294.HELP (866.294.4357) seven days a week, 8am to 8pm, or email help@njmentalhealthcares.org. Visit the MHA NJ Mental Health Cares website for additional resources.

• Postpartum Support International (PSI) HelpLine: If you are pregnant or postnatal and struggling with non-emergency mental health issues, call 1.800.944.4773 or text "HELP" to 1.800.944.4773. HelpLine hours are Sunday to Saturday, 8am to 11pm. Visit the PSI website for additional resources.

• Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: This 24/7 hotline provides free, confidential support for mental health before, during, and after pregnancy. Call or text 833.TLC.MAMA (833.852.6262). TTY callers can use a preferred relay service, or dial 711 and then 833.852.6262. Visit the HRSA Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) website for additional resources.

• NJ Vet2Vet Peer Support Line: The NJ Vet2Vet Peer Support Line provides 24/7 support to New Jersey National Guard members, active military personnel, veterans, and families/caregivers of active military personnel and veterans. Trained prior military team members provide peer support and case management and connect callers to clinical providers where needed. Call 866.838.7654 for 24/7 support, or utilize the online chat function for live chat Mondays to Thursdays, 8am to 8pm, or Fridays from 8am to 4:30pm. You can also email the team for a reply within 24 hours. Vist the NJ Vet2Vet Peer Support Line website for additional resources.

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: SAMHSA offers 24/7 free, confidential information and referral for mental health and substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery services. Call 1.800.662.HELP

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• SAMHSA Behavioral Health Support Locator: SAMHSA offers Find Support, a website that assists people in navigating frequently asked questions (FAQ) at the start of their mental healing journey. Visit the website at findsupport.gov

• SAMHSA Treatment Locator: SAMHSA offers a confidential and anonymous website (findtreatment.gov) for people seeking mental health and SUD treatment in the United States and its territories.

• ReachNJ, New Jersey's 24/7 Addiction Treatment Helpline: The New Jersey Department of Human Services (NJ DHS) offers a central call-line for all New Jersey residents who are seeking help with SUD. Each call to ReachNJ is answered live in the first 30 seconds. Trained helpline staff screen callers to identify exact needs, and provide referrals to SUD/addiction treatment and social determinants of health (SDOH) support services with local providers. The helpline serves New Jersey residents of all ages and regardless of health insurance status and/or ability to pay for treatment. Call 844.REACH.NJ (844.732.2465), and visit the ReachNJ website for additional resources.

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"You are loved and deserving of love. You are a beautiful human. Please know that there is no shame in seeking support and treatment. We believe in you. We will never give up on you. Your life matters. You are important. For mental health crisis support, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org."

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Additional Resources 

Learn about #BeThe1To at bethe1to.com, and learn more about the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988lifeline.org.

Learn about the physician suicide crisis, suicide prevention resources, and how to help create a culture of mental wellbeing, via the Vital Signs: The Campaign to Prevent Physician Suicide website.

Additional educational information and supportive resources focused on suicide prevention are available at go.rowan.edu/bethe1to; and educational information and supportive resources focused on stigma, substance dependence and substance use disorder (SUD)/addictions treatment, and related terms and issues are available at go.rowan.edu/recovery.

Please know that there is never shame in seeking support and treatment. You are important and your life matters.

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