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Take every verbal or written statement or reference to suicide seriously! 

• Student Wellness and Counseling Services
  If you are struggling or feeling overwhelmed and have considered counseling, please check out our webpage, stop by, or call to schedule an appointment. Top floor of the Student Center, counseling@jeffco.edu, or (636) 481-3333. TTY Users dial 711
• Central Methodist University Free Counseling Services If you are looking for virtual counseling with flexible hours, please contact cccjeffco@centralmethodist.edu.
• 988 Lifeline
  The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. Call or text 988.
• Jefferson College Police Department (JCPD)
  If you or someone else is in immediate danger of harm to self or others, or your situation is an emergency, call (636) 481-3500 or 911 immediately!

Any contact with 988 and/or JCPD regarding a student concern should be accompanied by a Care Team Referral to ensure the student receives ongoing support.

The Care Team is here to support students who may be struggling with behavioral or well-being concerns. Meeting biweekly, the team works together to connect students with personalized resources, encouragement, and accountability, while ensuring safety and care for both the individual and the campus community.

For further information, please contact (636) 481-3262 or (636) 481-3333 or hgillam1@jeffco.edu. TTY Users dial 711