In a campus emergency, every second matters. For counseling services, locating at-risk staff isn’t just a safety issue—it’s a mental health and crisis support priority. But when traditional systems fail or slow down, how do you ensure everyone is accounted for?
The Hidden Challenge in Campus Crisis Response
Most colleges and universities rely on outdated methods:
- Phone trees
- Static contact lists
- Group emails
These are unreliable during real emergencies, especially when Wi-Fi or systems go down, or when staff are dispersed across buildings or even off-campus.
What Counseling Teams Need to Act Fast
Counseling departments need a way to:
- Instantly check in with staff during a crisis
- Know who is safe, unreachable, or needs help
- Follow up in real time, not hours later
And it needs to happen in a platform everyone already uses.
Enter “Are You Safe” for Microsoft Teams
“Are You Safe” is a safety check app built into Microsoft Teams—no new software or separate login required. Here’s how it helps campus counseling teams:
- Launch a staff-wide safety check-in in just a few clicks
- Get real-time updates on each person’s status
- View a dashboard to see who’s marked safe, who’s missing, and who needs help
- Directly chat, call, or video call staff inside Teams
Designed for Campus Emergencies
From lockdowns to severe weather events, counseling services can:
- Reuse templates for specific crisis types
- Track responses for compliance and records
- Focus on mental health support instead of manual admin work
Supporting Staff So They Can Support Others
Counselors are often responsible for others’ wellbeing. Knowing your own team is safe helps you:
- Mobilize support faster
- Reduce stress and uncertainty
- Improve response coordination across departments
Get instant visibility into staff safety statuses. Try premium version of ‘Are You Safe’ free for 45 days.