Life doesn’t always follow a plan. Unexpected crises, emergencies or sudden changes in support needs can arise — and when they do, timely and compassionate help is essential. At MalagaCare, our Emergency & Crisis Support service offers fast, flexible assistance to support you and your family during stressful or urgent situations.

Whether you’re facing health emergencies, behavioural crises, unexpected changes in living arrangements, or short-term absence of primary caregivers, our experienced team is ready to step in. We provide calm, respectful, and professional care to help stabilise the situation and ensure your safety, dignity, and wellbeing are maintained during difficult times.

We understand that emergencies can be overwhelming. That is why MalagaCare takes a person-centred and empathetic approach — listening to your concerns, acting quickly, and offering support tailored to the immediate situation. With us, you are not alone when the unexpected happens.

KEY ASPECTS OF EMERGENCY & CRISIS SUPPORT

Rapid Response & Flexibility
We deliver support at short notice for urgent needs — ensuring help is available when it matters most.
Safety, Stability & Wellbeing
Our priority is to keep participants safe, calm, and supported during crisis situations, with respect for their dignity and comfort.
Temporary or Short-Term Care
Whether for a few hours, overnight, or for several days — we provide adaptable support that suits the nature of the crisis.
Person-Centred, Compassionate Assistance
Our support is tailored to your immediate needs, providing empathy, understanding and respect in every situation.

COMPREHENSIVE EMERGENCY & CRISIS SUPPORT AT MalagaCare

When unexpected events or urgent situations arise, MalagaCare’s Emergency & Crisis Support is here to help. We can assist with health-related emergencies, sudden changes in personal care needs, respite during caregiver emergencies, behavioural crises, or short-term living difficulties. Our team can provide temporary personal care, supervision, safe accommodation support, transport to medical appointments or emergency services, and emotional support for both participants and families.

We act quickly to respond to your unique situation, offering short-notice support that stabilises the environment and ensures continuous care. Whether you need immediate overnight assistance, temporary supervision until regular supports resume, or urgent help with daily tasks — we tailor our services to match your needs. Throughout the process, we maintain clear communication with you and your support network to ensure safety, consistency, and peace of mind.

With trained, compassionate support workers and a focus on dignity and reliability, MalagaCare’s Emergency & Crisis Support aims to reduce stress during difficult times — allowing you to focus on what matters most: recovery, stability, and wellbeing.

When can I access Emergency & Crisis Support?

Support is available whenever an unexpected event, crisis, or urgent need arises — whether during the day, at night, or over a few hours to several days depending on the situation.

Yes. We aim to respond quickly to urgent needs and can often provide support on short notice, subject to availability and assessment of the situation.

We support a range of situations: health emergencies, behavioural crises, caregiver unavailability, changes in living arrangements, temporary incapacity, or any urgent support need that threatens wellbeing or safety.

When possible, yes. We aim to provide familiar, trusted support workers to ensure continuity, comfort, and stability during challenging times.