Resources
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There are a variety of resources, descriptions, and links below that we believe are helpful to student success and experience. These include departmental resources, resource guides, and financial resources for student organizations.
Virtual Mental Health Resources
Insight Timer:
A guided meditation app on Android, IOS, and Web Browser that offers free lessions on meditation from neuroscientists, psychologists, and mindulness teachers
Calm:
A guided meditation app on Android, IOS, and Web Browser that also provides Sleep Stories which include classical and ambient music along with original and public domain stories read by celebrity narrators
WellTrack:
An online tool on Android, IOS, and Web Browser that is free with a Purdue account that provides self help resources to students.
Sanvello:
A mental health app on IOS and Android that focuses on people with anxiety, depression, and chronic stress. It lets you contact mental health coaches and peers with similar experiences
365 Gratitude:
A journalling app on Android and IOS that provides daily prompts for users to write and share about
Daylio:
A tracking app on Android and IOS that prompts you daily for your mood and activities and displays then in a chart to track your wellbeing
Mindshift CBT:
A nonprofit app on Android and IOS that provides self-help, forums, and other useful features for people struggling with anxiety
NOCD:
Offers live video sessions with a licensed therapist in order to treat OCD and self-help in the Android and IOS app
Happify:
A self help app on IOS and Android that offers journals, activities, and learning tracks
Cognifit:
A cognitive training app on Android, IOS, and Web Browser that uses games to train different cognitive functions
Breathe:
A mindful minute tracker app available through app on IOS
Smiling Mind:
A lesson-based resource on Android, IOS, and Web Browser that focuses on meditation, and tracking mindfulness minutes
BetterSleep:
A free to access resource that offers various relaxing audio clips. Subscription needed for full access
Prana Breathe: Calm & Meditate:
A breathing app on Google Play that helps provide various breathing techniques to practice mindfulness
An app on IOS and Android that is intended to serve as an AI personal mental health assistant
Woebot Health:
SAM App
An app on IOS and Android that focuses on Anxiety reduction
Breathe2Relax
An app on IOS and Android that teaches proper breathing practices that can reduce stress
MindDoc
An app on IOS and Android that provides an interactive tool to gauge mood and provide insight based on results
GG OCD
An app designed to help combat OCD symptoms available on IOS and Android
Super Better
An app on IOS and Android designed to help progress personal development and improve users’ overall mental health
eQuoo
An app on IOS and Android that is intended to improve emotional health
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health America Wabash Valley:
Crisis Support: We have a 24/7 crisis center that anyone can call or text and speak with a trained specialist.
Individual supportive services: Mental Health Navigator who can help connect individuals to services in the community, our Let's Talk program to connect with trained peer specialists, and several support groups that meet in-person and virtually.
Education programs and trainings: Mental Health First Aid, a suicide prevention course called Question-Persuade-Refer (QPR), and crisis intervention trainings. We can also develop tailored trainings and host monthly Brown Bag Forums for community members that cover a variety of mental health topics. Our upcoming forum series is a You Belong Series and I've included a flyer for you to share with your network.
National Alliance on Mental Illness on Campus Purdue University:
Twice-monthly educational and advocacy-related meetings to talk about all topics related to mental health. Connect members to mental health resources in the area, and we hold student-led support groups
NAMI West Central Indiana in Lafayette:
Support groups, educational classes and support for those with mental health conditions and their families, and educational outreach programs
Healthy Boiler:
An online incentive program that is intended to encourage physical wellness. you can receive money for taking a physical and biometric screening. open to Purdue employees and spouses
LGBTQ+ Center:
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Center provides programming that engages the entire Purdue University campus and community on LGBTQ issues through
Purdue Counseling and Guidance Center:
The Counseling and Guidance Center is the counseling service and training facility for the College of Education on the Purdue University campus. Since 1953, the Counseling and Guidance Center has been assisting people with a variety of educational, career, and personal problems.
Valley Oaks Health:
Valley Oaks Health provides comprehensive, high-quality mental health and addiction care services to the citizens of nine central Indiana counties.
Wilowstone Family Services:
Private counseling option off-campus and offers specific counseling options for family, childcare, and addiction services
Boilermaker Support Network:
A student organization that hosts weekly peer-to-peer support groups by trained students on campus. Everyone is welcome to sign up and get connected with this relatable mental well-being resource. Groups of up to 10 students and 2 Leaders will host discussions as well as social outings and de-stress activities.
Caring Support
Caring is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses and other loved ones.
Departmental Resources
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS):
Mission Statement: Our mission is to help Purdue University students maximize the value of their life experiences. As we develop collaborative relationships in a safe and respectful environment, the unique value and dignity of each individual and group is held paramount. We accomplish our mission through a variety of professional services, including individual, group, and couples psychotherapy; psychological testing; psychopharmacology; crisis intervention; drug and alcohol programs; outreach and consultation; and the training of helping professionals.
Student Legal Services (SLS):
What types of legal issues are covered: Services include landlord/tenant disputes, criminal issues, power of attorney, traffic tickets, garnishment and collection matters, notary services, family law issues, name change, city or county ordinance violations, and small claims.
Purdue Pharmacy:
What this is: The Purdue University Pharmacy is located in Room 118 of the Robert E. Heine Pharmacy Building — next to the Purdue University Student Health (PUSH) Center — so you don't ever need to leave campus. The pharmacy offers a variety of clinical services, including routine vaccinations, flu shots, and tobacco cessation counseling. We also offer a variety of affordable, non-prescription, over-the-counter (OTC) medications. The pharmacy also has two vending machines located on campus in the COREC and WALC facilities to provide 24/7 access to various over-the-counter items.
Center for Advocacy, Response, and Education (CARE):
Mission Statement: CARE staff provide resources and direct services that are non-judgmental, survivor-focused and empowering. CARE recognizes that each person’s experience is unique, and staff are available to help each survivor assess their reporting options and access resources that meet personal needs. CARE staff can also provide information and other support services to friends and family of survivors. In addition to direct survivor services, CARE offers campus-wide programming on sexual violence, consent, and bystander intervention, among other topics.
Environmental Health and Public Safety (EHPS):
What we are: The Environmental Health and Public Safety (EHPS) unit includes the Emergency Preparedness and Planning, Fire, Police, Radiological and Environmental Management (REM), and Environmental Health and Safety Compliance departments. These departments help keep the campus community safe and in compliance with the many rules and regulations that govern a large research University.
Financial Resources for Student Organizations
Student Organization Grant Allocation (SOGA):
What are we: The SOGA Board's primary purpose is for the responsible allocation of funds to student organizations serving students on the West Lafayette campus registered with the Student Activities & Organizations Office to support their activities, events, travel, and services. Such activities and events should enhance campus life, allow opportunities for leadership development, promote engagement with the community, and create a forum for the exchange of information and ideas. These funds have been made available annually by the Purdue administration and the Student Activities Fee; and therefore, this initiative should benefit the members of student organizations on the West Lafayette campus and support the mission and strategic plan of Purdue University, West Lafayette.
Student Fee Advisory Board (SFAB):
What are we: The Student Fee Advisory Board (SFAB) shall be a permanent, stand-alone committee that reports to the Purdue Student Government Senate. The mission and purpose of the SFAB shall be to provide a student-led periodic review of all undergraduate student fees.
The Board will have direct authority over the continuation of the Student Activity Fee as well as the allocation of the funds it generates on an annual basis.
With regard to student body-wide extracurricular fees, including technology and building fees, the Board will provide input to the Office of the Executive Vice President and Treasurer (EVPT) through a statement of endorsement or statement of concerns
Purdue Student Government Small Grant:
What are we: The PSG Small Grant, managed by the Senate Financial Affairs Committee, is designed to provide financial support directly and quickly for events and club initiatives to registered Purdue Student Organizations serving students on the West Lafayette campus. The Small Grants Program will fund up to five hundred dollars (with no more than two hundred for food and beverage) for club initiatives that benefit and support the Purdue Student Body. These funds are made available annually by the Purdue Student Government. Grant applications are reviewed weekly. See the Small Grant Guidelines included in the application below for more specific information. Click the link below to apply!
Other Resources at Purdue
Purdue Current Student Resource Guide:
What this is: You're busy. We get it. That's why we've created this section of the website just for you — no more searching around for things like Blackboard, dining court menus and important course information. Current information for current students.
Title IX Reporting:
What this is: Survivors should use these forms to initiate a formal investigation or request an informal dispute resolution (such as a No Contact Directive). Complaint forms cannot be filed by friends, family, or teachers of the victims. If you are trying to address conduct that was not directed at you, please file an Incident Report and OIE will follow up accordingly.