Crisis Resources
Crisis Resources
What if I’m Really Struggling?
I’m struggling with school
I’m not understanding things
- Connect with your instructor or classmates for study help.
- Explore learning and subject resources.
- Consider support from Peer Tutoring or the Student Support Lab.
- Book an appointment with the Student Success Specialist.
I’m falling behind
- Review Brightspace and use this template to help organize where you’re at.
- Speak with your instructors about options.
- Book an appointment with the Student Success Specialist.
- Connect with the Counsellor for help navigating what is needed.
- Struggling due to a disability or specific symptoms? Consider registering or booking an appointment with The Centre for Accessible Learning, for more specialized support.
Other issues
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I’m not sure what’s going on
- Book an appointment with the Student Success Specialist to review what has been going on and what resources and services might be helpful.
- Book an appointment with the Counsellor to have a space to identify what you’re experiencing and what you may need right now.
- Struggling after hours? Connect with a helper from Good2Talk, for specific support as a post-secondary student.
I’m struggling with my mental heath
I feel overwhelmed
- Journal or write out what you’re feeling.
- Use this template to break down what you might need right now.
- Review what resources are available to you.
- Connect with a friend, family member, instructor, trusted faculty or staff, and/or the Student Success Specialist.
- Talk things out with the support of the Counsellor or use of a helpline like Good2Talk.
I think I need to talk to someone
- Book an appointment with the Counsellor.
- Consider a free virtual counselling session, a helpline for students, or a crisis line.
- Review other supports and resources available to you.
- Reach out to a trusted faculty or staff member or another support service.
I’m struggling with specific symptoms or concerns
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I’m experiencing really dark thoughts
- Call 9-8-8 for immediate support for thoughts of suicide.
- Connect with The Mental Health Crisis Line for support and guidance.
- Take yourself to the nearest hospital emergency room.
- For same-day or same-week support, schedule a free virtual session with a professional counsellor.
- Book an appointment with the Counsellor.
I’m experiencing a personal crisis
Sexual Violence
Resources
Regional Assault Care Program: 1-800-363-7222 (24/7)
Renfrew County Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1-800-663-3060 (24/7)
Find a Sexual Assault Crisis Centre
Find a Sexual Assault Treatment Centre
Ontario Provincial Police Sexual Assault Support
Resources for Pembroke Students
Domestic Violence
Assaulted Women’s Helpline: 1-866-863-0511 (24/7)
Child Welfare Concerns
Financial Difficulties
Social Assistance Support Line: 1-888-999-1142
Housing Insecurity
Pembroke Homelessness Prevention Program: 1-844-720-0056 (24/7)
Mesa Warming Centre Intake: 613-281-4421
Food Insecurity
Students’ Association Food Cupboard
St. Joseph’s Community Food Bank
Death or Loss
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