Need Emergency Help?

Are you in the middle of a crisis and don’t know what to do? 

I know how it is to be in the middle of an emergency and just not know what to do.

Although I don’t personally offer crisis intervention outside my established clientele, I don’t want you to feel overwhelmed and lost.

You’re not alone, and there ARE resources available for you.  

 Here’s a quick guide to help you navigate the situation (or prepare for emergencies):

  1. In a medical emergency (e.g., fall, loss of consciousness, change of responsiveness, etc.), CALL 911 OR YOUR LOCAL EMERGENCY NUMBER.

    • Don’t wait or try to transport the individual by car.

    • Avoid moving them unless necessary. Instead, cover them and speak to them in a quiet, reassuring voice. A calm voice can work for you, too. 

  2. Once the emergency is identified, and the individual stabilized, focus only on what is in front of you.

    Trying to take care of all the things at once will only stress you out and take your attention away from the person who needs your help. 

  3. Identify anyone who can help in this kind of urgent situation (family, friends, neighbors, nearby caregivers).

    Help can include

    • housesitting,

    • pet sitting,

    • moving vehicles,

    • helping with decision making,

    • locating medical and insurance information,

    • locating medication,

    • gathering personal effects,

      etc.

  4. Does your care recipient need home health care after a hospitalization?

    Ask for assistance from the hospital’s social worker or discharge planning team.
    They can offer information about local resources and help you set up services.

    Believe that the care recipient shouldn’t be discharged home due to inaccessibility, lack of caregivers, etc.?
    Stress this to the hospital team. It’s their responsibility to create a SAFE discharge plan.

  5. Are you looking for home health care on your own?

    You can start with a quick Google search by typing in “home health care + the location.”

    • Are they available 24/7 or only during certain hours on specific days?

    • What kind of services do they offer?

    • Ask if insurance covers their services and your insurance in particular. Look for testimonials on their site.

    • Do they have a good business reputation?

    • Do any local or state businesses recommend them to their clients?


Remember that you don’t have to solve everything at once.

  • Instead, focus on what’s immediately necessary.

  • Then, you can assess day by day and create a longer-range plan as the situation stabilizes.

  • Then, hopefully, you and the care recipient can create a plan together to enhance their health and maintain their safety. 

Helpful Next Steps

Want to plan? 

Grab a copy of my FREE guide, “Getting Your Docs In A Row.”
It will help you assess what information is currently in place and the essential next steps. 

    Need more hands-on help?

    I’d be happy to chat with you about how I can guide you through the process and help you during your caregiving journey. 

    I am glad to work with you through this process and help you through the journey of caregiving.