EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Overdose or a Medical Emergency
| Service / Helpline | Contact Number |
|---|---|
| Life Vincent Pallotti Advanced Life Support Paramedic Service | 0860 123 367 |
| Tygerberg Poison Control Centre | 0861 555 77 |
| South Africa Suicide Crisis Helpline | 0800 12 13 14 |
| Lifeline | 0861 322 322 |
| South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) | 0800 567 567 |
| Mental Health Crisis Line | 0800 456 789 |
| Netcare Akeso Crisis Line | 0861 435 787 |
| Department Of Social Development Substance Abuse 24hr Helpline | 0800 12 13 14 |
| Destiny Helpline for Youth & Students | 0800 41 42 43 |
| Childline | 0800 055 555 |
| Rape Crisis Cape Town Helpline (English) | 021 447 9762 |
| Rape Crisis Cape Town Helpline (isiXhosa) | 021 361 9085 |
| Rape Crisis Cape Town Helpline (Afrikaans) | 021 633 9229 |
| Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Helpline | 0861 006 962 |
GOVERNMENT EMERGENCY UNITS THAT OFFER EMERGENCY MENTAL HEALTH CARE
Groote Schuur Hospital
C/O Main and Anzio Roads
Observatory
7935
New Somerset Hospital
Portswood Road
Greenpoint
8001
Victoria Hospital
Alphen Hill Road
Wynberg
7800
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
| Organization / Resource | Website / Contact |
|---|---|
| South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) | www.sadag.org |
| Cape Mental Health | www.capementalhealth.co.za |
| Support for Families Living with Schizophrenia | 021 671 1573 |
| Dementia SA | www.dementiasa.org |
| Alzheimer’s South Africa | www.alzheimers.org.za |
| Psychotherapy and Support | |
| Find Help | www.findhelp.co.za |
| Therapy Route | www.therapyroute.com |
| Mental Health Care Act | www.gov.za |