Wellness & Student support at

BGSU Firelands

A healthy student is a successful student. Whether you're experiencing a crisis, looking for support, or just need help finding resources,

we're here for you.

Mental Health

Food & Financial Help

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Emergency: 911 | Campus Police | 24/7 Crisis Support

Resource	Contact
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline	Call or text 988
Crisis Text Line	Text HOME to 741741
BGSU Counseling Center	419-372-2081
2-1-1 Identifying Needs	Call or text 211
Firelands Hope Line	567-867-HOPE (4673)
Veteran Crisis Line	988 then press 1, or text 838255
National Domestic Violence Hotline	1-800-799-7233
National Human Trafficking Hotline	1-888-373-7888
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline	1-800-422-4453
Trevor Project	866-488-7386

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BGSU Counseling Center Resources

Supporting your mental health and well-being

Short-term individual and group counseling

Students can schedule an intake appointment via secure Zoom by calling the Counseling Center at (419) 372-2081.

Crisis counseling and consultation

Available by phone during office hours (9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m.) Monday through Friday) to support students or anyone concerned about a student’s well-being. Holiday hours may differ. See the Counseling Center's webpage. After hours? Call the Firelands Hope Line: 567-867-HOPE (4673) for immediate assistance 8 a.m. to midnight.
Mental health consultations
Call for guidance—whether you're a student, faculty or staff member—on how to support students facing mental health challenges.

Alcohol and other drug education

Workshops, assessments and groups focused on education, prevention and support.

BGSU Counseling Center Resources

Student assistance and advocacy

Need extra support? We provide case management and referrals to connect students with campus and off-campus mental health resources.

Mental health educational programming

Engaging small-group workshops and programs designed to reduce barriers to care and strengthen student connections.

The BGSU Counseling Center welcomes all students. We aspire to respect cultural, individual, and role differences. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive and affirming climate for individuals of all races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, gender identities, sexual/affectional orientations, religions, ages, abilities, sizes, socioeconomic statuses, languages, and cultures.

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Mental Health and Emotional Wellness

On Campus

Community Providers

Suicide Prevention & Education

Academic & Campus Support

Personal Safety & Advocacy

Safe Harbour Domestic Violence Shelter– Domestic Violence Agency (Sandusky):419-626-2200
Victims Assistance – SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) Unit through Erie County Prosecutor's Office: 419-627-7697
Riveon Mental Health & Recovery – Sexual Assault Services (Huron and Lorain Counties): 440-204-4359
Ohio Human Trafficking Tipline – 844-363-6448 or Huron, Erie, Ashland, and Lorain counties local phone 440-284-0615
The Cocoon – Comprehensive Domestic and Sexual Assault Agency (Wood County): 419-373-1730
Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence, Ohio Sexual Violence Helpline: 844-OHIO-HELP (844-644-6435)
Ohio Domestic Violence Network – Provides legal services and survivor assistance, advocates for policy change: 614-781-9651

Community Resources

Erie County Cares
Community of Care
2-1-1: connects individuals with local resources and support services, helping identify needs and connect them with the most appropriate assistance.

Basic Needs Support

Food

Campus food pantry: George Mylander Hall, first floor
Second Harvest, Sandusky Community Hub
OHgo (food and resources, Sandusky):
Care and Share of Erie County

Housing & Utilities

Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (GLCAP): 800-775-9767 (housing, utilities, homelessness prevention)
CAC of Huron, Erie, Richland: 419-626-6540, 908 Seavers Way, Sandusky (rent, utilities, Head Start, emergency)
Erie County Job & Family Services: 419-626-6781, 221 W. Parish St., Sandusky (food, childcare, healthcare, job placement)

Financial Emergencies

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Addiction & Recovery

Sandusky Artisans Recovery Community Center: Provides peer recovery supporters, daily 12-step meetings, art programs, yoga, meditation, mental health support groups. 419-621-9377

Erie County Health Department – Kaptur Rogowski House: Temporary residential care for individuals 18 and over, or accompanied minors, who are facing a mental health crisis. 419-626-5623

Taking Back Ohio: A non-clinical, person-centered, strength-based approach to recovery. Offers peer recovery support, group facilitation, dual diagnosis support, wellness and mindfulness seminars, as well as reentry and community justice programs. 321-626-2057

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Updated: 08/11/2026 05:39PM