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Emergency Contact Information

Helplines

Mental Health Emergency

For students having a mental health emergency, call Student Counseling Services, (309) 438-3655. If after hours, press “2” at the prompt to speak to a counselor immediately. The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available for everyone and can be reached by dialing 988 at any time.

For emergency medical intervention, please call 911.

YWCA Stepping Stones Sexual Assault Survivor Helpline

This free, confidential helpline serves as the sexual assault resource for McLean County. Call (309) 556-7000.

Veterans Crisis Line

This confidential crisis line provides support for Veterans and their loved ones. Dial 988 then Press 1 or text 838255.

PATH (Providing Access to Health)

Crisis, Information, and Referral workers can be reached by dialing 988 or send a text to TXT211 (898211). If you are having trouble accessing 211, call 1 (888) 865-9903. United Way 211 is for times of crisis and everyday needs such as mortgage, rent and utility assistance, food, emergency shelter, health care, counseling, and support groups available in the community.

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For crisis support via text:

Text 741-741 with keyword HOME for general crisis support.

Text 741-741 with keyword STEVE for crisis support for students of color.

Text 678-678 with keyword START for crisis support for LGBTQ students.