For individuals in need of immediate help, these resources are available 24/7.

Medical Assistance

The fastest way to access medical assistance is to call 9-1-1.  

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University of Chicago Trauma and  Emergency Services 
773-702- 6250
5841 S. Maryland (24-hours)

The Adult Emergency Room follows specific policies and procedures, approved by the State, in treating an individual who has been sexually assaulted. The State will pay for emergency room care for victims who have been sexually assaulted and do not have health insurance; if a victim provides health insurance information to the emergency room, the emergency room will bill the insurance company and the policy holder will be notified as usual.

• The victim is placed in a private room.
• ​Medical care is given as soon as possible.
• ​A Sexual Assault Survivor Advocate or a Sexual Assault Dean-on-Call (for a student) may be called based on a victim's preferences.
• ​By law, city police are notified, and the victim may choose to file a report. 

Law Enforcement

University of Chicago Police Department:
773-702-8181 or 1-2-3 from a campus phone (24-hours)

The University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD) urges anyone who has been sexually assaulted to call immediately in order to strengthen the likelihood of successful prosecution. A UCPD officer can be summoned by calling 773.702.8181, pressing the red button on any of the emergency phones located throughout the community, or coming directly to the UCPD office at 850 East 61st Street.

Responsibilities of the UCPD include:

• Attending to the immediate needs of the victim, including personal safety and prompt medical care.
• When appropriate, broadcasting a description of the offender.
• Notifying the Sexual Assault Dean-on-Call if the victim is a student.
• Providing victims with information concerning the importance of preserving evidence, and the rights of victims and the University’s responsibilities regarding orders of protection, no-contact orders, and other similar court orders.

The UCPD recommends the prompt reporting of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Nevertheless, individuals should not be reluctant to file a report at a later date. Reporting an incident does not obligate a person to press charges.

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Chicago Police Department: 
9-1-1 (24-hours) or 9-9-1-1 from a campus phone

Anyone preferring not to report a matter to the University of Chicago Police Department may contact the Chicago Police Department.