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Crisis Response Plan

Having a crisis plan is essential for managing difficult moments. This guide will help you create a personalized plan for handling crisis situations.

Emergency Numbers

  • Emergency Services: 911
  • Crisis Hotline: 1-800-XXX-XXXX
  • Suicide Prevention: 1-800-XXX-XXXX

Warning Signs

Physical Signs

  • Racing heart
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Muscle tension
  • Sleep changes
  • Appetite changes

Emotional Signs

  • Overwhelming emotions
  • Feeling hopeless
  • Intense anxiety
  • Anger outbursts
  • Numbness

Immediate Actions

STOP Technique

  • Stop what you're doing
  • Take a step back
  • Observe your surroundings
  • Proceed mindfully

Grounding Exercises

  • 5-4-3-2-1 senses exercise
  • Deep breathing
  • Cold water on face
  • Hold ice cube

Create Your Crisis Plan

Support Network

Emergency Contacts

Safe Places

Personal Coping Strategies

Crisis Kit Contents

  • • Comfort objects
  • • Crisis phone numbers
  • • Medications list
  • • Coping cards
  • • Safe items

Self-Care During Crisis

  • • Basic needs first
  • • Stay connected
  • • Avoid decisions
  • • Maintain routine
  • • Accept support

After Crisis Care

  • • Review triggers
  • • Update plan
  • • Contact support
  • • Rest and recover
  • • Seek feedback

Additional Resources

Download Crisis Plan Template Find Local Crisis Services