The Dean of Students Office has compiled resources for CGU students to use in response to hardships due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
CGU COVID-19 Resources
Move to Online Instruction | Information regarding CGU Procedures and COVID-19 can be found at https://info.cgu.edu/emergency/ |
Technical Support for Moving Online |
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CGU Events | CGU Calendar of Events |
CalFresh | Students who qualify can sign up for assistance programs like CalFresh. |
Food Pantries and Housing Insecurities | An extensive list of local food pantries, housing, and shelters with operating information updated for COVID-19 can be found here: |
Meals for Children |
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211 Services | 211 is the most comprehensive source of locally curated social services information in the U.S. and most of Canada. Dial 211 to call, text, or chat with a community resource specialist in your area. You’ll be connected to a live person who will be able to connect you to resources/programs you might be eligible for (including food, utility assistance, tax preparation, shelter, transportation, etc.). |
CalWORKS | CalWORKS is a public assistance program that provides cash aid and services to eligible families that have a child(ren) in the home. |
Financial Help |
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CCA and Oasis | Students living in Oasis Housing or Claremont Collegiate Apartments (CCA) should contact housing@cgu.edu for assistance or questions about their lease. |
Mortgage Relief | Students who need housing support related to mortgage payment forbearance and/or fees waivers or refunds should visit: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-financial-help/#top. |
Local Rental Listings | The Claremont Colleges Services (TCCS) Real Estate Office offers free referral services to housing options in the local area including off-campus rental listing. https://services.claremont.edu/real-estate-and-housing/ |
CDC | CDC LGBTQ+ Health |
GLMA: Helth Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality | LGBTQ+ Health Questions GLMA |
LGBT National Help Center | LGBT National Help Center
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Monsour Counseling and Psychological Services (MCAPS) |
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Crisis Support via Telephone | Call us 24 hours/day at 909-621-8202, and either request to be transferred to an on-call therapist for a phone assessment, or after hours press “1” to be connected to an on-call therapist. The on-call therapist will also be able to assist you in finding a local referral in your area. |
Mental Health Screening | Screening for anxiety and Depression: |
7C.Health | The Claremont Colleges is offering 7C.Health – Telehealth/online medical and counseling services. To get started, visit the 7C.Health website. |
Off Campus Community Therapist | Students who have left campus and have interest in referrals for their local area may request assistance from their current MCAPS therapist or their off-campus community therapist (if applicable), or via the following link: |
SHIP Insurance Holders | Students with SHIP (UnitedHealthCare) medical insurance can also access tele-medicine appointments, including behavioral health appointments. |
Crisis Hotlines |
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Community and National Resources (Not affiliated with MCAPS) |
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Student Health Services |
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Coronavirus Updates: Student Health Services is closely monitoring the outbreak of Coronavirus | |
Additional SHS Resources | |
Medi-Cal | Healthcare coverage is critical at this time. If students are not covered by student health insurance and are no longer on their parent’s health plan, they may find they are without health care if they lose their jobs in this time of economic crisis. Many students will be eligible for Medi-Cal. |
SAMHSA: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration |
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Online Therapy & Free Counseling | https://www.7cups.com/ |
Text Lines |
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Additional SAMHSA Resources | |
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline |
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Student Life, Diversity, & Leadership Social Media Pages | To get up-to-date information on CGU webinars, trainings, and workshops relating to self-care, follow SLDL on Facebook and Instagram: |
Consider the following self-care tips to manage stress | Thanks to the internet many classes are offered online so we can learn skills without ever leaving our homes. Here are some classes you can take or exercises you can do: |
Additional TCCS Tips | Tips for Managing During COVID19 |
Check reliable sources of information | Many people understandably want to stay updated on the latest health information and recommendations, but consider limiting yourself to checking 1-2 reliable sources of information, once per day. |
Internet Connectivity | The City of Los Angeles is helping to make sure everyone can remain connected online during the current situation. Review the COVID-19 Response: Internet Connectivity section for special broadband and wifi offers for school age (K-12) and/or college student households, healthcare workers, educators and subscribers living in public and affordable housing |
EveryoneOn | EveryoneOn offers an online tool to search low-cost internet services and computers in your area. Click here for more information: https://www.everyoneon.org/find-offers?partner=CETF |
Human-I-T | human-I-T connects low-income individuals and nonprofits to technology, internet, and digital training. Click here for more information: |
WiFi Hot Spots | This map shows WiFi hotspots — including libraries, parks, schools and coffee shops — where you can find a free network in a pinch. |
Download the PDF/printable version here: CGU COVID-19 Resource List
Other Resources:
- Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
- Virtual TCCS Services Fact Sheet
- CGU Learning Continuity Page for Students
7C.Health is a convenient way for The Claremont Colleges students to receive free medical and mental health support, 24/7. All you need is an internet connection to get started with 7C Health. Get connected and talk about anything from school stress to relationships. 7C.Health travels with you no matter where you are. Get the medical and mental health support that you need anytime, anywhere. Full-time or part-time TCC students have access to free, no-cost telehealth through 7C Health.