Planning for emergencies
Emergencies can happen anytime. If you are a carer, planning for emergencies will help you to cope even when things go wrong.
Call Carer Gateway for support and services. Select option 1 to speak with your local service provider.
1800 422 737 Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm local time
In an emergency or if someone is in danger Triple Zero 000
If you are in crisis, anxious or depressed and want to talk with someone Lifeline 13 11 14 for anyone
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 for people aged 5 to 25
If you suddenly find you can’t provide care, for example if you become ill or injured, call Carer Gateway for help with accessing emergency respite.
1800 422 737 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
If you become sick or injured and can’t continue to care for your loved one, our Carer Gateway service providers can organise for emergency respite services to take over care while you recover.
If you need emergency respite care, call Carer Gateway for help with accessing emergency respite on 1800 422 737 at any time. You will speak to your local service provider who will talk through your options and book emergency respite care, where available.
It’s a good idea to make an emergency care plan, in case someone else needs to take over for you in an emergency.
If you aren’t sick or injured and are needing a break from your caring role, planned respite is available through our tailored support packages.
Find out more about other Carer Gateway services and support.
Emergencies can happen anytime. If you are a carer, planning for emergencies will help you to cope even when things go wrong.
‘Respite’ or ‘respite care’ is when someone else takes care of the person you care for, so that you can have a break. A break can give you time to do everyday activities, deal with stress and look after yourself. When you are a carer, it’s important to regularly take time for yourself to rest and recharge.
As a carer, you help the person you care for with many activities in and around the home. Understanding what you need to do and what help you can get can make your life easier.
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