Get the right help, fast
Tap the phrase that matches the situation — it is spoken loudly and clearly.
What it does
In an emergency, seconds count — and so does being understood. The Emergency Communication tool gives you a set of critical phrases and cards for urgent moments: "I need help", "Call 999/911", "I cannot breathe", "There is a fire". The board is deliberately minimal so you can find the right phrase in seconds, even under intense stress. Preparation now means clarity later.
Find life-critical phrases in seconds
Works when stress makes words impossible
SOS-style cards you can show or play aloud
Simple layout designed for panic moments
Printable version for home, car and wallet
How to use it
- 1 Open the emergency board
The layout puts the most urgent phrases at the top, in large, high-contrast tiles.
- 2 Tap or point to the phrase
Select what you need: "Call an ambulance", "I need help", "Please stay with me".
- 3 Play it aloud
On a device, the phrase is spoken in a loud, clear voice that people nearby can hear.
- 4 Show the card
For helpers, show the printed or on-screen card — it also explains that you use alternative communication.
- 5 Keep it accessible
Pin the emergency board to your home screen and keep a printed card in your wallet or lanyard.
Practical tips
- Rehearse opening the board once, so it is automatic in a real emergency.
- Keep a printed card in every bag you use, plus one by the door at home.
- Tell a trusted person where your emergency card lives so they can help you find it.
FAQ
What phrases are on the emergency board?
Critical needs: calling for help, medical emergencies, fire, danger, pain and the statement that you communicate using this board.
Does it make sound?
Yes — the spoken phrases are designed to be loud and clear, and the board works with the volume raised for noisy situations.
Should I still have this if I use a medical ID?
Yes. A medical ID says who you are; the emergency board says what you need right now. They work best together.