Our hearts are with the people of Southern California. If you are a student experiencing challenges related to your ability to return to school such as short term financial hardship, unforeseen displacement, or other challenges, please contact the Dean of Students Office at: deanofstudents@ucmerced.edu
Mental health support (including telehealth sessions) is available through our Counseling and Psychological Services office (see contact info above).
The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) is the first national hotline dedicated to providing year-round disaster crisis counseling. This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 to all residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
Call or text 1-800-985-5990.
Español: Llama o envía un mensaje de texto 1-800-985-5990 presiona “2.”
For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Callers: Please text or call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 using your preferred Relay provider.
