Our family crisis plan
A printable from Family Caregiver. Fill it in by hand. Nothing you write is collected by this website.
Our family crisis plan
Early warning signs we have seen before
- ____________________
- ____________________
What helps when it starts
- ____________________
Medicines and doses ____________________
Doctor or clinician ____________________ Phone ____________
Diagnosis and history to share with responders ____________________
Who to call
- 988: call or text, or chat at 988lifeline.org. Spanish: dial 988 and press 2, or text AYUDA to 988
- San Mateo County Crisis Line (650) 579-0350, or Santa Clara (800) 704-0900, press 1
- 911 if a life is in danger
- Family member who can come quickly ____________________
If we call 911 in San Mateo County we can say: "I am calling about a mental health emergency and I request a CIT officer." Describe what is happening, any weapons, his diagnosis and medicines, and ask if they can arrive without lights or sirens. Stay on the line.
Safety at home
- Guns locked up or stored outside the home
- Medicines locked up
- Alcohol removed
You do not have to write immigration status on this sheet.
From Family Caregiver. Facts checked October 21, 2026. Free information, not legal or medical advice.