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California State University, Chico

Self-care Check-Point: Self-care on Campus!

Announced on: Wednesday, Oct. 02, 2024

Self-care is the practice of taking care of your emotional, social, physical, and spiritual well-being to promote health and wellness. When students prioritize self-care, it can reduce stress and anxiety during their college experience!

Below are ways students can practice self-care on campus:

Emotional -

  • Check-in & be honest with what you are feeling

  • Connect to WellCat Counseling & process your emotions guided by a therapist
    530-898-6345 | SSC, room 430

Social -

  • Maintain relationships - schedule time to talk with family/friends back home

  • Create new connections - join a fraternity, sorority, club or organization through student life & leadership BMU, room 220

  • Download CatsConnect & attend events on campus!

Physical -

  • Visit WellCat Health Center for your health care needs! 601 Warner Street

  • Recharge at The Well in a sleep pod, attend a yoga class, or get a massage! BMU, room 003B

  • Find a physical release at the WREC in the weight room, swimming pool, or group exercise classes! 150 Cherry St

Spiritual -

  • Travel the world & discover yourself through Study Abroad & Exchange! SSC, room 440

  • Sign up for an Ecotherapy Nature Walk, ecotherapy@csuchico.edu

  • Visit The Well's Prayer & Reflection space! BMU, room 003B



If you are noticing a student experiencing distress such as a marked change in academic performance, dramatic or unusual shifts in behavior or appearance, unhealthy or combative interpersonal behaviors, reported life stressors, or references to self-harm, refer them to the CARE Team.  

  
Ways to Refer to C.A.R.E.   

  

The CARE Team is not tasked with responding to emergencies. If you have an emergency and you are in need of immediate assistance, contact University Police at 530-898-5555.