Emergency

Lifeline Tasmania, StandBy – Support After Suicide

**COVID-19 Update - we are here contactable via phone 24 hours/7 days**

Lifeline Tasmania's StandBy – Support After Suicide is a community-based suicide postvention program, providing a coordinated response of support and assistance for people who have been exposed to, or bereaved through suicide. You can phone StandBy 24/7 on 0400 183 490.

Bushfire Ready Neighbourhoods

We help high risk Tasmanian communities to work together to prepare for bushfires.

Tasmanian Project for Positive Living (TasPPL)

Client support for people living with a Blood Borne Virus (HIV, Hepatitis B and C).
** COVID-19 Update - We are in a position to offer some emergency relief primarily to people living with HIV and hepatitis. We have transitioned to work from home for most activities though have staff onsite at some times throughout the week. **

Lifeline 13 11 14 crisis support

If you are thinking about suicide, experiencing a personal crisis or feeling alone help is available any time 24/7 on 13 11 14. No one needs to face their problems alone. If you struggle talking on the phone you can Text Lifeline on 0477 13 11 14, available 6.00pm to midnight (AEDT), 7 days a week.

24/7 Sexual Assault Crisis Response Helpline

**COVID-19 Update - our office is currently closed for face-to-face appointments, we are providing our services including counselling over the phone. We are accepting new referrals and our crisis line remains open**

SASS provides a 24 hour sexual assault crisis response and information support service.

A Tasmanian Lifeline 1800 98 44 34

Lifeline Tasmania has set up a new service for Tasmanians, specifically to deal with unprecedented demand for information, advice and support because of the coronavirus pandemic. 1800 98 44 34

Personal Alarms

A Red Cross personal alarm gives you access to emergency help in your home or garden, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. The service can assist you to continue living at home safely with independence and peace of mind.

Emergency Meeting Points

If you live or work in a rural area, you should make a note of nearby Emergency Meeting Points. If you require emergency assistance and expect the ambulance or other emergency services might have difficulty locating you, arrange for someone to meet them at the nearest Emergency Meeting Point and guide them to your location.

Early Access to Defibrillation Program

You cannot do any harm to a person by applying an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). You just have to turn it on and the machine will talk you through everything you need to do in simple steps – so have a go, you may just save a life.

Elder Abuse Helpline

**COVID-19 Update - the Helpline service is unchanged - we are here 9am-5pm Mon-Friday, except public holidays**

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, the Helpline can provide you with information and support on actions you can take to prevent and respond to the abuse.

Emergency Assistance

** COVID-19 Update - Phone appointments only. Food or voucher drop off to door.**

We offer emergency assistance through food parcels, heating, clothing, furniture, hydro and phone assistance. We can assist with utilities bills and provide rent assistance support as required.

Tas After Hours

We provide Tasmanians with information about the range of medical services available after hours (at night time, on weekends and public holidays) and how to find them