Resources Available 24/7
Several sources of help and support are available to members of the Stanford community.
A note about confidentiality
All reasonable steps will be taken to safeguard privacy and confidentiality. Click on the Confidential tab to quickly find those who can legally offer confidentiality. Some federal and state laws limit the level of confidentiality that can be maintained. It is always a good idea to review this subject before sharing the details of your concern. In special situations, reporting may be required.
External Reporting to a government agency is also an option. Read more
| Resource | Role | Services | Available to | Level of Confidentiality |
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Stanford Dept. of Public Safety (Police) Emergency: 911 |
Provide a safe, secure atmosphere at Stanford within the constraints of federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Informational reporting available |
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All Stanford, Students, Post-docs, Faculty and Staff, Available 24/7 | Anonymous |
| The Bridge |
Provide trained peer counselors to guide those in need to develop their own solutions to problems |
Peer counseling and support |
All Stanford, Students, Available 24/7 | Anonymous, Confidential |
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Residence Deans 650.725.2800 |
Support network and resources for undergraduate students. An RA or RF can page the RD 24-hour pager in the event of an after-hours crisis. |
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Students, Available 24/7 | Private to the extent possible |
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Graduate Life Office 650.736.7078 24/7 Pager: 650.723.8222; Ext. 25085 |
Source of comprehensive, impartial guidance for graduate students |
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Students, Available 24/7 | Private to the extent possible |
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YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline 650-493-7273 or 408-287-3000 |
24-hr crisis line for survivors, family members, and friends. Provide English and Spanish counseling, shelter, support groups and other services for women and families suffering from relationship abuse. |
Advocacy and crisis counseling in cases of rape. In cases of domestic violence:
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All Stanford, Available 24/7 | Anonymous, Confidential |
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Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) 650.723.3785 |
Stanford’s counseling center, dedicated to student mental health and well being. |
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Students, Available 24/7 | Confidential |
