Dear Students, 

In observance of Winter Break, all University departments (including Student Health & Wellness departments, and the pharmacy) will close on Friday, December 20 at 5 p.m. and remain closed until Monday, January 6 at 8:30 a.m. During this period, students may utilize the following resources, also featured on the Campus Life website: 
 

• Administrator On Call (AOC): The AOC is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for assistance with urgent matters. To reach the AOC, which is staffed by members of the Division of Campus Life, call 401-863-3322 and ask to speak to the Administrator On Call. 
   
• Emergency Services: In the event of an emergency, the Department of Public Safety is available 24/7 at 401-863-4111. 
   
• Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
  • Urgent Care Access: Call CAPS on Demand at 401-863-3476 and follow the prompts.
  • TimelyCare Teletherapy: login or register at https://app.timelycare.com/auth/login.
     
• Student Health Services: Students may call 401-863-1330 for 24/7 nursing advice. For emergency medical care, please call 401-863-4111 to be connected with the appropriate resources. 
   
• Sexual Assault Response Line: Call 401-863-6000. A 24-hour, confidential telephone line for crisis response in an incident of sexual or interpersonal violence. You will reach a counselor who will ask some questions to gauge your emotional and physical safety and guide you through your options for seeking emotional support, healthcare, reporting and/or legal aid.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Prescriptions

The Brown University pharmacy will close on December 20 at 5 p.m. and reopen on January 6 at 8:30 a.m. Information about transferring prescriptions is available on the pharmacy website. 

Off-Campus Mental Wellness and Crisis Support Resources

Students may also reference these trusted resources to assist in maintaining your mental wellness during the holidays:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
JED Foundation (Young Adults): Call 1-800-273-8355; text “START” to 741-741
The Steve Fund (BIPOC): Text “STEVE” to 741741
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ): Call 1-866-488-7386; text “START” to 678-678; chat at: trevorproject.org
Trans Lifeline: Call 877-565-8860

We wish you safe travels and a restful break, and we look forward to seeing you in the new year! 

Vanessa Britto, M.D., M.Sc., FACP
Associate Vice President for Campus Life and Student Services
Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness