CAPS Community Response Team

Support During Campus or Community CrisesÌý

When a distressing event affects campus or the wider community, support is available. The CAPS Community Response Team provides timely, trauma‑informed mental health support following significant events, such as the death of a student or other communitywide crises.Ìý

Support is coordinated with campus partners and the Dean of Students Emergency Response Team and begins as soon as possible. Services may continue for several days, depending on community needs. The goal is to help students feel supported, grounded and connected during difficult moments.Ìý

91´«Ã½ for Navigating a Community Crisis

When our community is hurting, knowing how to respond can make a difference. Learn more about how to support yourself, your friends, and your student when a difficult event impacts our community.

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For students

Check out these tips to help you take care of yourself or support a fellow student after a distressing event.Ìý

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For families

Review our guidance on ways to support your student after a distressing event.Ìý

If you would like to discuss an emergency response on campus, please contact the Office of the Dean of Students.Ìý

Support Available During a Community Response

During support opportunities, students may receive:Ìý

  • Psychological First Aid and emotional supportÌý
  • Practical coping and grounding strategiesÌý
  • Information about CAPS and other campus resourcesÌý
  • Guidance on academic self‑advocacyÌý
  • Referrals to ongoing support when helpfulÌý

Get Immediate Support

If you need support right away:Ìý

  • CAPS 24/7 Crisis Phone Support: 303‑492‑2277Ìý
  • Visit:
  • Colorado Crisis Services: Call or text 988, or live chat at 988Colorado.comÌýÌýÌý
  • Call 911 for emergenciesÌý

You are not alone, and support is available.Ìý

About our Community Response Team

The Community Response Team is a group of trained CAPS staff who provide targeted support after major campus or community events.Ìý

This support is not therapy. It focuses on short‑term emotional support, practical coping tools and connection to campus resources. Support may take place in spaces where students already live, learn and gather, such as residence halls, classrooms or other campus locations.Ìý