For anyone involved in a mental health emergency in the community – including individuals, families/carers, member of the general public or health professionals.

Clinicians at MHERL provide assessment, specialist intervention and support for people experiencing a mental health emergency and if required, referral to a local mental health service.

These services should be used by people involved in a mental health emergency in the community. These might include:

• individuals who feel that they need urgent assistance
• families or carers of those with a mental illness
• members of the general public who witness a mental health crisis and need assistance
• health professionals
• community welfare service providers