Resources

The following local, state and national resources are available to assist students and employees. We encourage everyone in need to reach out for help.

Medical Emergency

If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical emergency or is in imminent danger, call 911.

Call 211 to speak to someone confidentially locally 24/7 or there are also dedicated helplines below.

Confidential Resources for Students

Grossmont College - Mental Health Office: (619) 644-7192

24/7 Crisis Hotline: 888-727-7240

Cuyamaca College - Mental Health Office: (619) 660-4200

Confidential Resources for Employees

Confidential counseling services are available for employees through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

EAP: 888-625-4809

More Information on Mental Wellness and Support.

National/State Resources

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE (7233)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - (800) 273-8255

RAINN (Rape Abuse and Incest National Network): 800-656-HOPE (4673) or access their online chat hotline at https://rainn.org.

LGBT National Help Center: 888-843-4563

California Youth Crisis - (800) 843-5200. The California Youth Crisis line is available for youth (ages 12-24), and their families, for crisis assistance on their free 24-hour hotline with trained staff and volunteer counselors.

Crisis Text Line - Text “Home” to 741741. The Crisis Text Line is a free resource available 24/7 to help you connect with a crisis counselor.

National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) - (800) 950-6264. NAMI provides free confidential 24/7 text support from a trained counselor by texting "HOME" to 741741 or go online (www.nami.org/help) to chat with a trained volunteer.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: 800-375-5283

California Victims of Crime Compensation Program: 800-777-9229

California Women's Law Center: 323-951-1041

Local Community Resources

San Diego County Local Resources

Center for Community Solutions - 24-Hour Hotline: 888-385-4657 or East County: 619-697-7477

Domestic Violence Hotline & Resources: 888-DV-LINKS (385-4657)

Legal Aid Society of San Diego: 877-534-2524

Women's Legal Center of San Diego: 619-699-5700

Men's Legal Center: 619-304-9817

The San Diego LGBT Center: 619-692-2077