There are an abundance of free resources for you on campus. Here are just a few:
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Free & confidential mental health services (psychological, psychiatric, & alcohol/drug support).
Call: 973-353-5805
Email: counseling@newark.rutgers.edu
Website: https://studentaffairs.newark.rutgers.edu/health-wellness/counseling-center
Blumenthal 101
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Confidential services for any student who has experiences violence or wants to support a loved one who has. Advocacy, resources, and clinical supports available from licensed therapists providing trauma-informed care.
Call: 973-353-1918
Email: run.vpva@rutgers.edu
Blumenthal 105
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Free immediate access to teletherapy, a direct crisis connection, & wellness programming through its online platform.
Call: 833-646-1526
Website: https://studentaffairs.newark.rutgers.edu/health-wellness/counseling-center/uwill
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Anonymous & confidential text-based helpline run by students. Any student struggling or in need of support/resources can be connected to a Peer Advocate. No identifying info is needed.
Text: 973-339-0734
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Boost wellness across 10 dimensions. Health Promotion Division (HPD) offers 1:1 peer wellness coaching sessions tailored to your personal needs in a judgement-free zone. Schedule your 15-minute info session today.
Call": 973-353-1256
Email: hpd4run@newark.rutgers.edu
Website: https://go.rutgers.edu/RUthriving
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Call 911 in an emergency. For non-emergencies:
Call: 973-353-5111
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RU-N Food Pantry (pantry+)
All Rutgers-Newark community members (students, staff, faculty) have access to the RU-N Pantry as a completely free resource for groceries, including dairy, grains, fresh produce, and more.
There is no eligibility process, order online here and pick up your order at the pantry in PRCC 226. When picking up your groceries for the first time, you'll be asked to answer a few questions and receive a free reusable bag to bring back with you.
Pantry Hours
Spring 2025
Mondays: 11am-3pm
Tuesdays: 12pm-4pm
Wednesdays: 1pm-6pm
Thursdays: 1pm-6pm
Fridays: 10am-12pm
Website: https://studentaffairs.newark.rutgers.edu/health-wellness/pantry-ru-n
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pantry_run