COM Cares
A CARE Alert should NOT be used for emergency situations. If there is an emergency, please call the police.
Concerned about someone? Your COMCares team can help.
COMCares is a comprehensive initiative dedicated to supporting the well-being and safety of our entire campus community, including faculty, staff, and students alike. Through a range of services and resources, we strive to ensure that everyone within our community feels supported and empowered to thrive in their academic and professional pursuits.
Let's work together to cultivate a culture of care through consultation, advocacy, resources, and education to enhance individual well-being and foster a safe and supportive campus environment.
A CARE Alert is a notification system designed to alert the COMCares team about concerns regarding the well-being or safety of a member of our community.
It can be used to mobilize support or assistance for someone who may be experiencing distress or facing a challenging situation.
When & What to Report
A CARE Alert should be submitted whenever there are concerns about the well-being, safety, or welfare of a member of our college community. It's essential to report a CARE Alert promptly to ensure that appropriate action can be taken to address the situation and provide the necessary support or intervention. Instances when you should submit a CARE Alert could include:
A CARE Alert should NOT be used for emergency situations
If you are in an emergency, please call the police.
If calling from the main campus
1-888-258-8599 (or 8599 from a campus phone)
409-933-8599
If off-campus or on a satellite location
Call 9-1-1
How to Submit a CARE Alert
What to Expect
Once submitted, CARE Alerts are reviewed during normal business hours by CARE team members. While evaluating the submission, referrals or services are identified to best meet the person's needs and goals.
The team will work to identify the appropriate supports and resources to the person of concern. Please note that each situation is different and requires an individualized approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
COM Cares is a comprehensive initiative dedicated to supporting the well-being and safety of our entire campus community, including faculty, staff, and students alike. Through a range of services and resources, we strive to ensure that everyone within our community feels supported and empowered to thrive in their academic and professional pursuits.
A CARE Alert is a notification system designed to alert the COMCares team about concerns regarding the well-being or safety of a member of our community. It can be used to mobilize support or assistance for someone who may be experiencing distress or facing a challenging situation.
Anyone can submit a COM Alert including faculty, staff, students and community members.
A CARE Alert should be submitted whenever there are concerns about the well-being, safety, or welfare of a member of the community. It's essential to report a care alert promptly to ensure that appropriate action can be taken to address the situation and provide the necessary support or intervention.
- Submit a CARE Alert form online
- Text a CARE Alert
No. A CARE Alert should NOT be used for emergency situations. If you are in an emergency, call the police.
- If calling from the main campus: 1-888-258-8599 (or 8599 from a campus phone) OR 409-933-8599.
- If off-campus or on a satellite location, call 9-1-1.
Meet the Team
The COMCares team is comprised of a multidisciplinary team of professionals who are dedicated to the well-being and safety of our campus community.
Dr. Helen Castellanos Brewer
Executive Vice President, Academic & Student Affairs
409-933-8213
hbrewer1@com.edu
Diane Burkett
Executive Director of Marketing & Public Affairs
409-933-8106
dburkett5@com.edu
Michael McGee
Executive Director of Human Resources
409-933-8324
mmcgee5@com.edu
Theresa Jones
Director, Testing
409-933-8449
tjones@com.edu
Vanessa Walker
Lieutenant
409-933-8782
vwalker1@com.edu
Sonia Kukuch
Executive Administrative Assistant, Student Affairs
409-933-8712
skukuch@com.edu
Dr. Sarah David
Director, Equal Opportunity & Title IX
409-933-8413
sdavid3@com.edu
Michelle Brezina
Dean, Student Services
409-933-8124
mvaldes1@com.edu
Kimberly Lachney
Student Accessibility Services Coordinator
409-933-8919
klachney@com.edu
Dr. Victor Vega-Vasquez
Dean of Instruction
409-933-8181
vvega2@com.edu
Rodney Meyers
Chief of Police
409-933-8546
rmeyers@com.edu