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Wellbeing Resources

Connecting you to the tools and support you need.

The CVM Wellbeing initiative aims to connect our community members with wellbeing resources that meet a diverse range of needs and concerns.

Wellbeing is not one-size-fits all. The following list includes both internal and external resources, representing options for many identities and circumstances.

Resources and search tools featured here do not represent a direct endorsement on behalf of the CVM or NC State. Always do your own research as you determine what resources will fit your needs.

Mental Health – Essential Resources

  • If you are in crisis and need support, contact the 988 Lifeline (formerly the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) by dialing 988 (designated as the new three-digit dialing code, effective 7/16/22) or 800-273-8255. 988lifeline.org
  • If the situation is an emergency, or a life is in danger, call 911.
    • For mental health emergencies, ask for a first responder who is trained to respond to mental health crises.
  • If you are in crisis and prefer to text, Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor. For more information: https://www.crisistextline.org/
  • Need help sent to you? In a non-life-threatening, crisis or emergency situation, call or text the Wake Mobile Crisis Team at 877-626-1772.  Professionals are available for telephone assessment 24/7 and can travel to meet face-to-face with an individual in crisis within 2 hours.
  • Able to travel? In a non-life-threatening, crisis or emergency situation, go to Wakebrook Behavioral Health at 107 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27610.  Provides clinical triage/screening, safety checks, nursing health assessments, emergency clinical assessments by licensed mental health professionals, substance abuse evaluations, commitment evaluations, emergency psychiatric evaluations and treatment, individual and family crisis counseling, medical consultation, substance detoxification and discharge planning and referrals for the next appropriate level of care, which can be either voluntary or involuntary. Assistance can also be provided with accessing the Alliance Behavioral Healthcare 24-hour Access and Information Call Center: 919-250-1260 . https://www.uncmedicalcenter.org/uncmc/hospitals-locations/profile/unc-health-care-crisis-and-assessment-services-at-wakebrook/
  • Concerned about a student who may be in crisis? Student Behavioral Case Management at NC State (also known as NC State Cares) provides support for students in crisis or who have been identified as exhibiting concerning or worrisome behaviors. https://prevention.dasa.ncsu.edu/nc-state-cares/about/ Case managers work collaboratively with campus resources to provide support, provide early intervention and behaviorally based assessments to determine appropriate resources and referrals to campus and community resources, work constructively with students to foster resilience and self-advocacy, and monitor student progress.

  • The State Employees Health Plan includes mental health and behavioral health coverage. More information is available here and here. Many begin their journey of seeking mental health care by first speaking with their primary care provider.
  • FASAP “Personal issues, planning for life events or simply managing daily life can affect your work, health and family. The NC State University Faculty & Staff Assistance Program (FASAP) Program provides support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues.”
  • Faculty and Staff may also find helpful resources in other sections of this page.
  • CVM Counseling Services provides multiculturally affirming counseling and consultation services to veterinary students, graduate students and house officers of the NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine community.
  • NC State Counseling Center – Comprehensive list of services available to students and house officers; includes:
    • Referral Service – Mental health referral resources in the community.  Please utilize this database to search for off-campus services if you want longer-term treatment, specialized services, prefer an off-campus provider, or if you are ineligible to receive Counseling Center services.  
    • Counseling groups and workshops
  • QPR Training – (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide prevention training designed for anyone over the age of 18 who would like to better understand the warning signs and behaviors that can lead to someone taking their own life. It includes training on how to ask someone if they are thinking about ending their life, how to have a conversation with someone who may be at risk of suicide, as well as how to find them professional help. Trainings are available free of charge at NC State CVM via Counseling Services or NC State Prevention Services as well as free and on-demand via AVMA. For information on QPR, visit the the QPR Institute website: www.qprtraining.com/
  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) – is an eight-hour training program designed to help you develop essential skills to help someone experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. The training helps you identify, understand and respond to signs of addictions and mental illness at different levels of severity, from emerging issues to crisis situations. The MHFA workshop is available as a single full-day session or as two half-day sessions. For information on MHFA and how to get trained, visit: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/
  • AAVMC Suicide Prevention Awareness Abbreviated Toolkit – Resources and guidance to help communities strategically focus their efforts to increase suicide prevention awareness. Includes recommendations for communications, Community Training and Promotion Materials, and Resources for Wellbeing Professionals and Organizational Leadership.
  • AVMA/AAVMC Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Webinar: Learn about research on suicide and its causes with experts from the AVMA and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC). Learn the importance of using culturally appropriate, evidence-based strategies to promote mental health, prevent suicide, and intervene in a mental health crisis.

  • Finding a Therapist:
    • Psychology Today’s “Find A Therapist” tool is one of the most well-known and widely-used platforms for seeking a mental health professional. On this site, you can search for therapists in your area and use filters to indicate preferences such as area of concern, insurance coverage and even shared identity groups such as gender, faith, and ethnicities served.
    • Mental Health America: Online tool for finding wide range of treatments and supports. Offers extensive information on beginning work with a therapist, covering the cost of care, assessing your needs, understanding types of treatment and connecting with therapists and support groups. www.mhanational.org/finding-help
  • Finding a support group: Article from Verywellmind.com on anonymous support groups, including how to find a meeting in your area and what to expect. Includes many links to connect with groups for a range of needs, incliding addiction, problem behavior, mental health concerns, and support for family members. https://www.verywellmind.com/find-a-support-group-meeting-near-you-69433
  • Finding a suicide bereavement support group: List of U.S. and international suicide bereavement support groups compiled by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention as a public service to loss survivors. https://afsp.org/find-a-support-group/
  • Pack Recovery: NC State is proud to offer a Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) serving students in recovery from substance use disorders. The CRC, also known as Pack Recovery, provides an environment where students recovering from substance use disorders can find peer support in addition to other recovery support services while sustaining recovery. NC State’s Pack Recovery believes that there are multiple pathways to recovery and encourages students to develop and maintain an active recovery and wellness plan. The goal is for students to have an authentic college experience while maintaining their recovery. Pack Recovery is housed in Prevention Services and is available, free of charge, to NC State students in recovery from substance use disorders. prevention.dasa.ncsu.edu/packrecovery/
  • Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator: Online tool offering information for persons seeking treatment facilities for substance use/addiction and/or mental health problems. Provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSA) https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
  • Safe at NC State Resource Page: The Office for Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED) supports the university community by providing services and resources to support and guide individuals in obtaining the help they need. https://diversity.ncsu.edu/safe/
  • Inclusive Therapists: A mental health community that commits to and practices: advancing justice & equity for all intersectional identities; culturally affirming & responsive client care; centering the needs of marginalized, underserved populations; celebrating all identities and abilities in all bodies; decolonizing & destigmatizing mental healthcare; and dismantling systemic oppression & white supremacy in mental healthcare. Public resource for finding inclusive therapists. Not a crisis response resource. https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/
  • Mental Health Resources for Underrepresented Communities: Extensive resource list of resources for mental health care and suicide prevention focused on supporting individuals in minority communities. Published by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. https://afsp.org/mental-health-resources-for-underrepresented-communities

People Living with Disabilities

  • The NC State Disability Resources Office (DRO) collaborates with students to determine reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity.  The DRO works with departments throughout the university to assure that the programs and facilities are accessible to every student at NC State in a way that is fair to everyone while still maintaining academic standards. dro.dasa.ncsu.edu | 919.515.7653

LGBTQIA Community

Veterans and Military

  • Veterans Crisis Line: Caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs, many of whom are also veterans. Call, chat and text available. Call: 800-273-8255 x1 or visit: www.veteranscrisisline.net

Physical Wellbeing on Campus

  • Order ahead! Did you know that you can order food on campus directly from your phone or device? The GrubHub App makes it possible to place your order from wherever you are, and have your food be ready to pick up by the time you arrive at one of the on-campus dining locations, saving you precious break time!
  • Wolves’ Den – dining.ncsu.edu/location/vet-school-cafe/
    Located on the lower level of the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Main Building (between the Small Animal Hospital and the Pasture), the restaurant offers fresh, made-to-order lunch options including salads, wraps, paninis and a rotating chef’s special. Along with these made-to-order selections, vegetarian and vegan items are also available. Order through the Grubhub app.
  • Port City Java – dining.ncsu.edu/location/port-city-java-terry-center/
    Located in the Terry Center on the corner facing William Moore Drive and the green space in front of the main building, “PCJ” offers a menu of signature coffee beverages, pure-fruit smoothies, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, wraps, pastries, muffins, and bagels. Port City Java is based in Wilmington, NC, where the beans are locally roasted. Nutrition Information is available on the Port City Java website. Order through the Grubhub app.
  • Nutrition at NC State – dining.ncsu.edu/nutrition/
    Do you have dietary restrictions, allergies, or questions about nutrition at NC State? The NC State Nutrition page offers many resources, and can help answer questions you might have. You can even connect with their dietician through this page.

CVM’s (Unofficial) Walking Loop – Here at the CVM, many of us have found walking routes we like. Mine is this one. If you don’t mind walking through a bit of grass, you can do a scenic 0.80 mile loop around the hospitals and main building in about 15 minutes. The “Loop” is mostly paved, but does have a section that requires you to go “off-road” (through some grass). A quick lap around the building can help relieve stress, clear your head, and give you a chance to step back and reset.

  • CVM Gym – Located on the lower level of the Main Building, room D100 (across from the Wolves’ Den Cafeteria entry area). The CVM gym is a small space, featuring an array of exercise equipment that includes treadmills, bikes, free weights, and other strength training items. Use at your own discretion (a disclaimer is posted near the entrance to the space – please red carefully before using the gym). This space is badge-entry only. Look for upgrades to this space in the 2022-23 academic year!
Gym at the CVM
  • Active Workspaces at William Rand Kenan, Jr. Library of Veterinary Medicine – In the corner of the Library on CVM’s campus sit a treadmill desk and a cycle desk. These spaces enable library patrons to get some movement in while working on a desk-based project. The treadmill desk even overlooks the pasture – a peaceful scene!
Active Workspaces in the Library of Veterinary Medicine

Resources for People with Disabilities

  • The NC State Disability Resources Office (DRO) collaborates with students to determine reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity.  The DRO works with departments throughout the university to assure that the programs and facilities are accessible to every student at NC State in a way that is fair to everyone while still maintaining academic standards. dro.dasa.ncsu.edu | 919.515.7653

LGBTQIA+ Resources (Including Allyship)

Resources for folks in the LGBTQIA Community at NC State CVM, curated by the Wellbeing Initiative and the GLBT Advocate Group. wellbeing.cvm.ncsu.edu/resources-lgbt/

Looking for ways to become a better LGBTQIA+ Ally, or maybe you’re curious to learn more? This page provides resources for Building LGBTQIA+ Allyship, curated by CVM-based GLBT Advocate Group and the Wellbeing Initiative: wellbeing.cvm.ncsu.edu/resources-lgbt-allies/(opens in a new tab)

Parent and Caregiver Resources

Caring from Afar / Moving Senior Parents and Loved Ones

General Resources

  • FASAP Employee Resources
    Confidential and provided at no charge to you and your dependents.  FASAP can help you and your family deal with everyday challenges.
    • Confidential Counseling – Someone to talk to.
    • Financial Information and Resources – Discover your best options.
    • Legal Support and Resources – Expert info when you need it.
    • GuidanceResources Online – Knowledge at your fingertips.  GuidanceResources Online is your one-stop for expert information on the issues that matter most to you… relationships, work, school, children, wellness, legal, financial, free time and more.Timely articles, HelpSheets, tutorials, streaming videos and self-assessments
    • “Ask the Expert” personal responses to your questions
  • NC 211: Information and referral service provided by United Way of North Carolina. Families and individuals can dial 2-1-1 or 1-888-892-1162 to obtain free and confidential information on health and human services and resources within their community.
  • University Police offers Active Shooter Survival Training for situations on campus. There’s an asynchronous option that gives you immediate access to the content – and it takes a little over an hour to complete. 
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: Essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence. Highly-trained, expert advocates offer support, crisis intervention information, education, and referral services in over 200 languages. Phone, Chat and Text available.
    1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | Text “START” to 88788 | thehotline.org
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline: Victim-centered, trauma-informed support for survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones. Works closely with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers to offer confidential support services to survivors regardless of where they are in their recovery. Created and operated by RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) 800.656.HOPE | rainn.org | en Español: rainn.org/es
  • NC State Sexual Assault Helpline: Hotline for anyone impacted by dating violence, sexual assault, rape, stalking or other forms of gender-based violence. Advocates provide callers with emotional support, and information about their rights, options, and resources. 919.515.4444 | Email: ncsuadvocate@ncsu.edu
  • The Veterinary Medicine Library offers the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) community an outlet for relaxing on campus with animal-assisted intervention (AAI) through its Paws For A Break program. For more information on this program please visit the program webpage. 

Wellbeing My Map

New to the area or looking to explore what’s around? We’ve plotted several local wellbeing-related resources on our very own Google My Map.

Wellbeing Calendar

This Google Calendar includes Wellbeing-related events and programming provided through the College of Veterinary Medicine, NC State University, and relevant organizations related to wellbeing and/or veterinary medicine.

Browse the Calendar

You can view the calendar here or copy the link to add to your own Google Calendar.

Submit Your Event

Have a wellbeing-related event or program you’d like to add to the calendar? Simply invite cvmwellbeing@ncsu.edu to any Google Calendar events that are being used to share the program with the public. We’ll get an invitation to add your event to the calendar. Any event on the calendar needs to include details such as a description, registration info, website and/or contact so that viewers can get an idea of what the event is about and how to attend. Suggestions will be reviewed before posting. We are unable to create Google Calendar events for programs not provided by the NC State CVM Wellbeing Initiative.

CVM Wellbeing Blog

The CVM Wellbeing Blog was started before the Wellbeing initiative had a web presence, as a way to provide news on wellbeing projects at the CVM, and archive issues of the CVM Wellbeing newsletter.