OVERVIEW
If this is a true medical or mental health emergency in which seconds count, please call 911. Additionally, call Public Safety at 610.796.8350 (or ext. 8350 from a University phone) so they can direct first responders to the campus location.
Local Hospitals:
- Tower Health: 484.628.8000
- Penn State Health St. Joseph: 610.378.2000
- Lancaster General Hospital: 717.544.5511
Mental Health Emergency Phone Numbers:
- Holcolm Behavioral Health Crisis Line: 610.379.2007 or 888.219.3910
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free 24/7 crisis support in the U.S.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
- The Trevor Lifeline (Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ+): 866-4-U-TREVOR (1-866-488-7386)
Sexual Violence Emergency Phone Numbers:
- Safe Berks Hotline: 844.789.7233 (Local domestic and sexual violence advocates)
- Text SAFE BERKS to 20121
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.SAFE (7233)
Community-Based Emergency Service
- United Way Essential Community Services: 211 (This is a new service to help people find food, mental health support, and assist people who are new to the U.S. transition.)
Poisoning/Alcohol Overdose:
- National Poison Center: 800.222.1222
