Thursday, December 26, 2024
12/26/2024
The “ND Cares” project aims to bolster mental health and suicide prevention initiatives at the University of Notre Dame, targeting its diverse student body of approximately 13,000 individuals. By integrating evidence-based strategies, prioritizing early intervention, and fostering a culture of care and support, ND Cares aims to create a campus culture that recognizes student well-being as a necessary foundation for academic success. In the academic year 2023-24, Notre Dame enrolled 8,971 undergraduate students and 4,134 graduate & professional students from all 50 states and various corners of the globe. Notably, the student body reflects a growing diversity trend, with 38.9% of the incoming class identifying as non-white. Among the student demographics, 13% hail from families with incomes below $30K, highlighting the need for accessible mental health support across socioeconomic strata. Goal 1: Establishing Routine Mental Health Screening and Intervention Providing mental health screenings in primary care at the University’s Health Services (UHS) to all students. Implementing screening protocols at the Center for Student Support and Care (CSSC) with a focus on early intervention and referral. Ensuring staff adherence to the "Zero Suicide Framework" to effectively manage suicide risk. Goal 2: Cultivating a Campus Culture of Mental Health Awareness Increasing students' perception that the campus culture is one that promotes well-being and help seeking. Providing faculty and staff with online training programs to increase mental health literacy, early identification, and referral. Developing and piloting a peer support program in residence halls, fostering a sense of community and support. Increasing outreach to military-affiliated and ROTC students to ensure their unique mental health needs are met. The ND Cares project represents a comprehensive population based approach to mental health and suicide prevention, aiming to create a campus where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered in their mental health journey. Through intentional skill building around resilience and stress management, social connectedness, and early identification processes, Notre Dame hopes to positively contribute to the health and well-being of every student.
HHS’ Tracking Accountability in Government Grants System (TAGGS) website provides access to detailed descriptions of grants, loans, aggregated direct payments and other types of financial assistance awarded by the HHS Operating Divisions (OPDIVs) and the Office of the Secretary Staff Divisions (STAFFDIVs).