Student Support
The Bloomberg School of Public Health is committed to the holistic well-being of its students and offers a wide spectrum of support as they progress toward becoming confident, capable, and fulfilled leaders in public health.
Experiencing an Emergency?
If you have immediate concerns regarding your safety, security, or well-being or that of another student, please utilize the emergency response resources below. Please note that the BSPH CARE form is not an emergency resource and should not be used in situations that require immediate or urgent support.
Immediate Safety & Security
Have an immediate safety or security concern? Contact the JH Department of Safety at 410-955-5585 or call 911.
Connect to Help 24/7
If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, the Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team is here to help 24/7/365. Call the BHCST access line at 410-516-WELL (9355) to speak with a crisis support clinician.
Mental Health Services East Baltimore
For any urgent mental health concerns after hours or on the weekend, please call Mental Health Services East Baltimore at (410) 955-1892 and follow the instructions to speak with a mental health professional. In case of an emergency, go to the closest emergency department immediately.
Medical Emergency
Depending on the severity of your concern, call 911, go to an emergency department, visit an urgent care clinic, or call the UHS main clinic number (410) 955-3250 and wait to be connected to the after-hours nurse triage service.
Want to contact an emergency resource outside of Johns Hopkins? These hotlines are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
BSPH Student CARE Team
The goal of the BSPH Student Crisis, Assessment, Risk, and Evaluation (CARE) Team is to provide high-quality, coordinated, systems-based outreach and support services that assist and empower students in identifying and managing interpersonal, academic, mental health, and healthcare concerns. Have questions? Please feel free to reach out to the Office of Student Life for further information or discussion.
Refer a Student
The Bloomberg School seeks to foster a community of care in which we look out for one another, taking an interest in and working to support the physical, emotional, and health and safety well-being of all. Are you concerned about one of your peers or a BSPH student? Need support yourself? Make a private referral or self-referral and a member of the BSPH Student CARE Team will reach out.