Emergency Assistance

If you are afraid that you will not be able to avoid hurting yourself or someone else, get help immediately.

  • Call 412-675-9130 or 911 or 988,
  • Call the Penn State Crisis Line at 877-229-6400, or text "LIONS" to 741741
  • Call the RESOLVE Crisis Network at 888-796-8226

988 and the Penn State Crisis Line can also be used for consultation if you know someone or are with someone who is experiencing a crisis. Faculty and staff may also refer to the Red Folder for additional information to assist students in distress.

Other Resources

Penn State Greater Allegheny Counseling and Psychological Services provides short-term individual services. We often refer students with ongoing or chronic conditions to local providers. To find a private practitioner in the local community, visit https://psu-allegheny.thrivingcampus.com

  • UPMC MCKEESPORT HOSPITAL EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT 
    • 1500 Fifth Avenue, McKeesport, PA 
    • (412) 664-2121
  • UPMC Behavioral Health at Mon Yough Services
    • 331 Shaw Ave McKeesport, PA 15132 
    • (412) 675-6927 
    • Services (First come first seen until all
      appointment slots are full      ):
      • Monday: 12:00 p.m.
      • Tuesday: 8:30 a.m.
      • Thursday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.
  • UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough: Drug and Alcohol
    • 335 Shaw Ave McKeesport, PA 15132
    • (412) 675-8516
    • Services (Need to show proof of residence):
      • Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. 
      • Wednesday, Thursday: 12:30 p.m.
  • LGBTQIA+
  • RE: SOLVE CRISIS NETWORK 
  • PITTSBURGH ACTION AGAINST RAPE 
    • 24 Hour Hotline: 1-866-363-7273 - or - (412) 431-5665
  • CENTER FOR VICTIMS OF VIOLENT CRIME 
    • 3433 East Carson Street Pittsburgh, PA 15203
    • 412-482-3240 or 1-866-644-2882 (24-hour Crisis Hotline)