For crisis support call Lifeline on 13 11 14, MH Call 1300 642 255 or in an emergency call 000
You can write it with someone you trust, like a close friend, your doctor or counsellor.
A good safety plan helps you to develop strategies to keep you safe during a crisis. There are lots of different types of safety plans. It's about finding the right one for you.
An app that's available online and on Apple and Android devices.
When I should use my Safety Plan
Ask yourself: What are the warning signs that I am starting to feel worse?
What I can do to help myself during times of crisis
Think about what you've done in the past that has helped. For example: call a friend or visit a favourite place.
Consider: What things are most important in my life right now and worth living for? This may be a pet, your family or a friend.
I can contact these people for support during a crisis
Write down the names of friends, family, colleagues or professional services you can contact. This may include helplines you have used in the past.
Ways I can keep my environment safe
This may include removing any items that you think you may use to hurt yourself.
Keep your safety plan with you at all times
You may wish to share with a friend or trusted person, so they know how best to assist you in a crisis.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
Brisbane North PHN wishes to acknowledge the experience and expertise of the My Mental Health Steering Committee, delegates of the Peer Participation in Mental Health Services (PPIMS) network and health professionals in developing the My Mental Health Website.
