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Resources
IfYoureReadingThis.org is one of many great resources available to University of Florida students. Below we’ve provided a brief description of a few of these resources, as well as how to access them. While this list is not exhaustive, we hope it is helpful.
Crisis and Emergency Resource Center (CERC)
If you are in a mental health crisis, you can call or visit the CERC to receive crisis counseling support.
Phone: (352)-392-1575
Address: 401 Peabody Hall (4th Floor) 1500 Union Rd. Gainesville, FL32603
Emergency Walk-in Hours: Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM
Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC)
The CWC is an on-campus resource whose services include short-term individual counseling, group counseling, case management, couples/relationship counseling, off-campus referrals, alcohol & other drug services, psychiatry, self-care, and more.
Phone: (352)-392-1575
Location: 3190 Radio Rd (1st Floor)
Campus Assistance and Resources for Empowerment (CARE)
CARE supports and guides Gators through anticipated and unexpected challenges that may impact wellness or success. CARE services include Case Management Services, the Medical Petition and Withdrawal program, the Collegiate Veterans Success Center, and the Hitchcock Field and Fork pantry, designed to facilitate the achievement of students’ academic and personal success and to assist with basic needs.
U Matter, We Care
This initiative aims to assist the community with care related resources and programs focused on health, safety, and holistic well being, finding an appropriate network of support, education and training, access to tools for helping faculty, staff, and family members help students, and pathways to get involved with the initiative.
Phone: (352)-294-2273
Disability Resource Center (DRC)
The DRC works to address barriers to access in all areas of student life for students with any kind of disability. The Disability Ambassadors advocate and educate about disabilities. Connect with the DRC now to receive accommodations that enhance your college experience and address your needs.
Phone: (352)-392-8565
Location: The Disability Resource Center in Reid Hall
Office of Victim Services
UF Office of Victim Services provides access to an advocate to answer questions, provide emotional support, accompany and support survivors through all stages of the criminal justice process, and provide referrals. You do not have to make a police report to access this resource.
Daytime Phone: (352)-392-5648
After Hours Phone: (352)-392-1111
Est. 2024By Catheen Rabideau, Class of 2025
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If you’re reading this, hope is the thing with feathers.