Managing in a crisis

You should know what to do in a crisis. You should also make sure you have an emergency care plan ready for use in a crisis.

How to get urgent medical care

If the person you care for needs urgent medical care, call the person’s doctor or emergency services on triple zero (000).

How to get urgent mental health care

If the person you care for has a mental health crisis, call your state or territory crisis assessment and treatment team for immediate help. For more information visit caring for someone with mental illness.