To come to this site usually means that you have a family member or friend in a coma state and you need answers now.

The best places to look for immediate answers are:
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about coma.

How we work – especially the “Taking time to listen" section. If you are interested in finding out more about coma communication techniques please send us an email and we will send you some specific exercises or you can consult with us by email and telephone and if travel is possible through direct support.

Coma care - Caring tips helps you know what to do at the bedside.

If you have children we have a little booklet called “The coma detective” which explains the coma state to kids.

You may also find yourself bamboozled by the terminology thrown around – coma, minimally conscious, vegetative – that’s when you should refer to Coma Definitions.

Lastly it is very important at this stressful time that you take care of your own health Caring for carers.

We have made certain pages available in 4 languages where we can. (English, Afrikaans, Sesotho and Xhosa). Should you be willing to translate these pages into other languages to increase access, please write to info@comacare.com

Please type your question in the box below. It helps if you include as much detail as possible about the circumstances of the person before and during the coma state.
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Contact us
Jan Webster 09 27 (21) 797 9995 • info@comacare.com • www.comacare.com