RESOURCES
STUDENT CARE AND WELL-BEING
Student Care and Well-Being (SCWB) provides assistance and case management for students in crisis and outreach to parents and families. The staff in this area coordinates a range of services to assist students with issues and concerns that may interfere with their academic success. Contact SCWB at 205-348-2461 or bamacares@ua.edu.
HEALTH
Health Promotion and Wellness (HPW) offers individual and group education on a variety of health topics as well as presentations for student organizations and classes, special health awareness events and resources for students working on health-related academic projects. Contact HPW at 205-348-2258
MENTAL HEALTH
The Counseling Center helps University of Alabama students achieve academic success and personal growth through a comprehensive counseling center model focused on providing quality counseling and psychological services, outreach, consultative services, and the training of mental health professionals. Contact the Counseling Center at 205-348-3863.
UA students have free access to a peer support platform for mental health. Togetherall is a safe, online, chat-based community where students can share experiences and process feelings confidentially while receiving peer support to improve their mental health and well-being. Students can register for a free Togetherall account by using their myBama credentials.
Students can also anonymously receive support from a volunteer by texting the Crisis Text Line. Just text “BAMA” to 741-741.
WOMEN AND GENDER RESOURCE CENTER
The Women and Gender Resource Center (WGRC) provides free, confidential and voluntary counseling and advocacy services to members of The University of Alabama community who are victims/survivors of interpersonal violence. Services are also provided to family and friends who have been impacted by the abuse, to students at Shelton State Community College, and to anyone who is victimized on the campus of The University of Alabama. Contact the WGRC at 205-348-5040 or wgrc@ua.edu.
SUBSTANCE USE
Individuals under 21 years of age are not permitted to consume alcohol or be in possession of alcohol. Do not consume drugs or alcohol illegally. If you do choose to consume alcohol, drink responsibly; overindulging can have many negative effects for you and those around you. For more information on prohibited conduct under University policy, local, state and federal laws, disciplinary sanctions for violations, and the dangers of drugs and alcohol, consult the University’s Alcohol and Other Drug Policy. For more information on the University’s numerous drug abuse and substance prevention and education programs, visit the Alcohol and Other Drugs Resources website.
Collegiate Recovery and Intervention Services (CRIS) provides a comprehensive continuum of care for students with substance use concerns. Services range from prevention, awareness, and exploration of consequences for high risk behaviors to a supportive, safe, and engaging environment that supports students seeking or contemplating recovery from addiction. Contact CRIS at 205-348-2727.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
If you or a member of the University community is struggling with suicidal thoughts, feelings or concerns, the following resources are available for you:
- UA Counseling Center – call 205-348-3863 to schedule an appointment.
- Crisis Text Line – text BAMA to 741-741 (available 24/7).
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – call or text 988 or call 1-800-273-8255 (available 24/7).
- If it is an emergency situation, immediately contact UAPD at 911 or 205-348-5454.
The University also offers a suicide prevention training program that is designed to help students and employees prevent suicide by, among other things, providing tools to recognize and assist people at risk. For more information, visit the Ask. Listen. Refer website. Additional assistance and resources for students are available through the University’s Office of Student Care and Well-Being. The office is available via email at bamacares@ua.edu or by phone at 205-348-2461.