Urgent Assistance
Welcome to the Urgent Assistance directory page, your guide to quickly finding help for physical injury or illness, mental health challenges or addiction recovery support.
1. Physical Support
What should I do if I am hurt, sick or in physical danger?
- Emergency Services
If you think you are in immediate danger, call 911 or call the UC Davis Police Department at 530-752-1230.
- Poison Control
Get information about poison exposure or call 800-222-1222 for immediate assistance.
- Acute/Crisis Care
Get care for a sudden illness or injury including a broad range of concerns such as sore throats, ear infections, bladder infections, injuries, fractures and asthma attacks.
- 24/7 Non-Emergency Medical Support
Call 530-754-3434 for a rapid response from the Health 34 team, available 24/7 for on-campus basic medical support and help finding the right resources.
- UC Davis Police Department
Visit the UC Davis Police Department website or call 530-752-1727 to report a non-emergent crime.
2. Mental Health Support
Where can I get help quickly for a mental health issue?
- 988 Suicide Lifeline
Call or text 988 for support for suicidal, mental health and/or substance use crisis or if you just need someone to talk to.
- Crisis Counseling
Call 530-752-0871 anytime for same-day crisis counseling appointments with a UC Davis counselor or visit the Acute Care Clinic at the Student Health and Wellness Center during office hours.
- 24/7 Non-Emergency Mental Health Support
Call 530-754-3434 for a quick response from the Health 34 team, available 24/7 for on-campus basic mental health support and help finding the right resources.
- Support through Texting
Text "RELATE" to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling via text.
3. Addiction Recovery Support
Where can I get help for an addiction or substance abuse problem?
- Alcohol, Drug and Overdose Information
Access information about hosting and attending parties safely, including resources on alcohol, drugs and overdose prevention.
- Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) Intervention Services
If you or a friend has a problem with alcohol or other drugs, ATOD services can help. Getting help doesn’t mean you’re an addict and services are confidential, unlimited and free for UC Davis students.
- Peer Support Group for Students in Recovery
Connect with Aggies for Recovery, a peer support group that provides students who are struggling with addiction or dependency of any kind with a support system of like-minded individuals and a safe space to discuss personal issues.