Please visit coronavirus.uiowa.edu to stay updated on campus COVID-19 information.
UCS acknowledges the impact on Iowa students related to coronavirus. Find out more about how the UCS can help you during this challenging time! Please visit this page for active updates.
If you are in distress, please know UCS is here to help. Students, whether current clients or new to the UCS, may contact the UCS by calling 319-335-7294.
And check out the UCS Facebook page for additional resources.
211 is a free, comprehensive information and referral system linking Iowa residents to health and human service programs, community services, and more. It’s a one-stop source of information. You can explore their website for specific resources or speak/text with a staff member (https://www.211iowa.org/contact-us/).
Additional Help Housing Child Care Mental Health Funding & Finance Food Electricity Employment & Career Opportunities
Crisis Services
CommUnity’s 24/7 call, chat, and text Crisis Services will also continue to operate. If you’re experiencing an emotional crisis please reach out. We’re here to help. Call or text 1-855-325-4296 or chat at IowaCrisisChat.org.
Interested in volunteering? CommUnity offers opportunities to answer crisis chats and texts remotely. The training can also be completed remotely. To apply to volunteer, visit builtbycommunity.org/volunteer.
Mobile Crisis Outreach
Mobile Crisis is responding to clients via telephone or telemedicine. For clients in need of immediate support, please call MCO at 855-800-1239.
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