1. Will my child be able to get emergency medical care if I cannot be reached by telephone?

• Yes. A licensed doctor may provide emergency medical care or treatment to any minor who has been injured in an accident or who is suffering from an acute illness, disease, or condition if delay in providing the care will endanger the health or physical wellbeing of the minor.

2. How can I get counseling for myself or my family?

• Mental Health Agencies and others provide counseling services on an ongoing basis.
• After a natural disaster, additional providers will be available.
• Information on disaster counseling is usually made available through public information announcements after the disaster.
• You should also check with hospitals and other mental health agencies in your community.

3. How can I find out about Mental Health resources in my area?

• Check the website of the Alabama Department of Mental Health at www.mh.alabama.gov.

Reviewed March 2012

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