CLF HelpLine for
Boston College
Alumni

Are you worried about long-term symptoms of concussion, CTE, and related neurological disorders?

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CLF HelpLine for Boston College Athletic Alumni

The CLF HelpLine supports Boston College Athletic Alumni who are navigating the outcomes of brain injury.

This resource referral service for Eagles is provided in honor and memory of Scott Harrington (Football ’85) with support from CLF ambassadors Doug Guyer (Football ’83), Steve Strachan (Football ’85), and Pete Cronan (Football ’77). Click here to read their open letter to the Boston College Athletic Alumni community.

If you or a loved one are concerned about suspected Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), are struggling with lingering symptoms, or suffered a recent concussion, we want to hear from you.

Submit a CLF HelpLine request below for nearby medical provider recommendations, peer support connections, or symptom and treatment information. We’ll respond within 3 business days.

[Pictured]: Scott Harrington, 1985 Cotton Bowl

Mental Health Emergency

If you want or need immediate mental health support, call the 24-hour line 617-934-1022 to connect with a trained professional at CLF’s partner organization Intent Clinical. Mention the CLF HelpLine for Boston College Athletic Alumni. Intent Clinical’s team, including full-time licensed therapists skilled in dealing with these situations, will be available to you for immediate help such as wellness checks, virtual or in person support, and psychological assessments. Their team will respond within 20 minutes.

The CLF HelpLine collaborates with Intent Clinical for crisis management services to support Boston College Athletic Alumni and their families. Several Intent Clinical services are available to you at no cost. An Eagle Football Alum has made a donation to cover Intent Clinical’s professional fees.

Support & resources for
Boston College alumni

Patients and caregivers with medical or mental health concerns related to brain trauma exposure can reach out for support, information, and resources such as:

CLF HelpLine for Boston College Athletic Alumni
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE): Overview, Symptoms & Diagnosis
Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS): Overview & Symptoms
Suspected CTE Caregivers Guidebook: Know the Signs of CTE & What to Do
How to Approach Suspected CTE
Navigating a Mental Health Crisis
Peer Support for Patients and Caregivers

Partners & Collaborators

The CLF HelpLine for Boston College Athletic Alumni is made possible thanks to support from members of the BC Football Alumni community and is available to all athletes of BC’s 31 varsity sports.

Please reach out to [email protected] if you would like to learn more or join the effort to support patients and families.

 

[Pictured]: Scott Harrington