Some situations require immediate action. A person is in imminent suicide risk if she or he
- tells you they plan to end their life
- cannot guarantee their own safety
- is at risk and under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- tells you they have recently taken an overdose or made some other suicide gesture
During regular office hours, call The Counseling and Testing Center at (417) 836-5116 or come by the office at Carrington Hall, room 311.
You might also want to call the Crisis Assist Team at the Burrell Center. It’s a 24-hour crisis line at (417) 862-6555 or (800) 494-7355.
During regular office hours, employees can obtain referrals from The Counseling and Testing Center at (417) 836-5116 for from the Taylor Health and Wellness Center at (417) 836-4000.
Or call the 24-hour crisis line at the Burrell Center (417) 862-6555 or (800) 494-7355.
Call the Springfield Police Substation at (417) 836-5327 or dial 911 to reach the Springfield Police Department.
Take the person directly to the emergency room at St. John's Hospital (corner of National and Sunshine) or Cox’s Medical Center South (3801 S. National).
