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Crisis Support Resources
24/7 On-Campus Support
(507) 933-8888
For on-campus emergencies, contact Campus Safety. They are trained first responders and can provide immediate assistance (faster than 911 responders can). When responding to a situation, Campus Safety will coordinate with 911 services as needed.
Off-Campus, Local Crisis Support
South Central Crisis Center and Mobile Crisis Team
Has a 24/7 crisis phone line and can dispatch a mobile crisis team in the St. Peter and Mankato area. Also has a crisis center in Mankato that Gustavus students can go to if they need a safe place to be. If a person has financial constraints and their insurance will not cover their services, South Central Crisis Services has grant funding to cover costs of care to increase accessibility to their services.
(877) 399-3040
2100 Bassett Dr
Mankato, MN
National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - 988
Call or Text 988. There is also an internet chat feature on their website. Services are available in Spanish. Callers can press 3 (or text Q to 988) to speak with staff trained in working with LGBTQ+ persons.
Southern Minnesota Harm Reduction Team (SMHRT)
A response team assisting individuals with resources and support surrounding substance use. Free narcan, sharps take back, education, advocacy, resources navigation, a safe place, & peer recovery support.
Call or Text for 24/7 Support
507-384-9060
mnharmreductionteam@gmail.com
CADA
Support and advocacy for persons who are experiencing (or have experienced) abuse (physical or emotional) abuse and/or violence in relationships. They also offer safe housing for individuals fleeing domestic violence. CADA has 24/7 crisis support via phone, text messaging, or internet messaging.
Crisis Phone Line: 800-477-0466
Text an Advocate: 507-223-4200
Chat Online:
Minnesota Statewide Crisis Support
Regional Mental Health Crisis Response Numbers Across Minnesota
Minnesota Statewide Crisis Text Line, Text “MN” to 741741
BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Crisis Support Resources
The Steve Fund
A crisis support text line for BIPOC youth/young adults. Text STEVE to 741741. More resources for BIPOC students on this page.
BlackLine
(800) 604-5841 a peer-run support line which prioritizes support for persons in BIPOC communities. They also operate as an incident reporting line for experiences (or witnessing experiences of) "...abusive, physical and disrespectful police or vigilante behavior...". More resources for BIPOC students on this page.
The Trevor Project
National support for youth and young adults who are LGBTQ+. They include a phone line, a web-based chat line, and a crisis text messaging option for support. Their website also provides resources to explore topics of gender identity, sexuality, suicide prevention, mental health, etc. More LGBTQ+ resources here.
Trans Lifeline (877) 565-8860
A hotline and non-profit organization "offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis - for the trans community, by the trans community". Callers can connect with support staff who speak Spanish. More LGBTQ+ resources here.
International Crisis Support Services
Not currently in the U.S.? Visit our International Students & Students Studying Abroad page for international crisis support resources.
Tips For Coping With Suicidal Feelings
If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, it is best to get help from a trained professional, rather than trying to cope with them by yourself.
Here are some tips to consider.
How to Help Someone Else Who Is Suicidal
5 Action Steps to Help Someone Having Thoughts of Suicide
Check out our RESPOND training to learn more about suicide prevention. You can also contact any of crisis lines listed on this page for guidance on helping someone in crisis.