Leaders of a number of support services sent this letter Wednesday (April 15) to the campus community, providing resources and contact information.
To all members of the ºÙºÙÊÓƵ community:
As a campus, ºÙºÙÊÓƵ has taken critical steps to protect our community and prevent the continued spread of COVID-19. While it is critically important for all of us to continue to follow directives to stay at home during this time, staying at home and experiencing social isolation may create an increased risk for those in abusive relationships who are sheltering in place with their abuser. ºÙºÙÊÓƵ is committed to continuing to support our students, staff and faculty who are affected by all forms of sexual violence, including relationship violence. All university support and reporting services continue to be available during the stay in place order, including emotional support, assistance with safety planning and assistance with workplace, academic and housing accommodations. We are committed to providing services to our community members regardless of where they happen to be physically located during this unprecedented time. The following list of ºÙºÙÊÓƵ resources are available to those in need:
provides free and confidential support services to all members of the ºÙºÙÊÓƵ community (students, staff, faculty and affiliates) affected by intimate partner violence, stalking, sexual assault or sexual harassment. CARE staff members provide confidential support, information about rights and options, assistance with reporting and accommodations, safety planning options and up-to-date information regarding changes to court schedules, forensic exam procedures and local community resources. CARE staff are available to meet via video conferencing, speak over the phone or communicate through email. To connect with a CARE advocate, send an email to ucdcare@ucdavis.edu, or call 530-752-3299.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
- National Domestic Violence Hot Line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, confidential and free, by phone, 800-799-7233, and .
- (National Domestic Violence Hot Line)
- (National Domestic Violence Hot Line)
- (Love Is Respect)
- , produced by Futures Without Violence, offers ideas for how friends and family members might be able to help loved ones who are experiencing abuse in their homes.
provides free and confidential counseling services to all ºÙºÙÊÓƵ students, including undergraduate, graduate and professional school students. Individual counseling is offered via secure video conferencing or phone. Schedule an appointment via the Health-e-Messaging secure portal or by calling 530-752-0871. Mental Health Crisis Consultation Services are available by calling 530-752-0871. You can also text "RELATE" to 741741 any time to chat with a trained, confidential crisis counselor.
provides free and confidential counseling services to ºÙºÙÊÓƵ and ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Health employees. ASAP at ºÙºÙÊÓƵ and ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Health are providing services remotely. Arrange for services by calling 530-752-2727 (Davis) or 916-734-2727 (Sacramento).
assists individuals and campus units with resolving all complaints of sexual violence and sexual harassment, including complaints about relationship violence. Reports can be made via the online , email or phone: 530-747-3864 (Davis) or 916-734-3417 (Sacramento). Anonymous call lines are also available at 530-747-3865 (Davis) and 916-734-2255 (Sacramento).
remains open and responsive during this time. In an emergency, call 911. For non-emergency situations, call your local police department's non-emergency line (ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Police can be contacted at 530-752-1727 in Davis or 916-734-2555 in Sacramento). To file a report with the ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Police, call 530-752-1230. For certain crimes, the department also allows for .
We know that the current situation is extremely challenging. We continue to monitor evolving concerns and we remain dedicated to delivering services to our students, staff and faculty impacted by sexual violence, including relationship violence, wherever they happen to be sheltering in place.
Sincerely,
Wendi Delmendo
Chief Compliance Officer and Title IX Officer
Danesha Nichols
Director, Harassment and Discrimination Assistance and Prevention Program
Sarah Meredith
Director, Center for Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE)
Paul Kim
Director, Counseling Services
Carol Kirshnit
Director, Health Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP)
Rob Starkey
Director, Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP)
Joseph Farrow
Chief, Police Department