Wellbeing
A space for your wellbeing
Supporting someone who is critically ill can affect many aspects of daily life. You may find it helpful to take a moment to check in with yourself, access practical wellbeing tools, or explore additional support.
Personal Check-In
Choose the option that feels right for you today.
Quick Check-In
About 1 minute
Three brief questions about how things are feeling today.
Start Quick Check-InDetailed Check-In
About 10 minutes
A more detailed reflection that provides personalised reflections, support suggestions and recommended resources.
Start Detailed Check-InPause
Sometimes it can help to pause, reset, or take a few moments for yourself.
Guided Breathing Exercise
Short breathing exercises designed to support calm and focus.
5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise
A simple grounding technique that can help bring attention back to the present moment.
Taking a Moment
Brief wellbeing prompts and moments for reflection.
Additional Wellbeing Support
Explore information and resources that may support your wellbeing throughout the ICU journey.
General Wellbeing Resources
Sleep, stress, coping and self-care.
Talking Therapies and Emotional Support
Information about emotional support and professional services.
Peer Support and Family Experiences
Stories and insights from others who have experienced critical illness.
Managing Tasks and Responsibilities
Practical tools for balancing everyday demands during difficult times.
Looking For Something Specific?
Family & Friends Journal
Keep personal notes, questions and reflections in one place.
Open Family & Friends JournalQuestions for the ICU Team
Use the Understanding (ICE: Ideas, Concerns & Expectations) family tool to help make sense of what is happening, prepare questions and plan conversations with the healthcare team.
Open Questions for the ICU TeamThis is not a medical or clinical assessment. If you are worried about your wellbeing, please speak to someone you trust or a healthcare professional.