Alright, so the other day, I got thinking about those wellness checks you hear about. You know, when someone calls the cops or something to check up on a person’s well-being? It got me wondering, just how long do those things take?
First, I started by trying to figure out how to even request a wellness check. Turns out, you just dial 000, which I guess is their emergency number. They say the request usually goes to the police station closest to the address you give them. It’s that simple.

Then, I thought about my own health check-ups, those annual wellness exams. They’re a good way to make sure you are keeping up with your health. Those usually last for a bit, with all the talking to the doctor, getting checked out, and all that stuff. You are taking care of your whole health in the exams, so it is important to do it right.
Anyway, back to the wellness checks. After doing some digging, it seems like these checks don’t usually last that long, maybe about 15 to 30 minutes? They are just making sure the person’s safe and sound, nothing too crazy. But the time it takes for them to actually get to the person’s place? That can change depending on where they are, I guess.
Here’s what I gathered about wellness checks:
- Requesting a check: I called 000.
- Who handles it: The police station closest to the address does the checking.
- Duration: Seems like it’s about 15 to 30 minutes in most cases.
- Response time: This one’s a bit tricky, it really depends on the location.
So, there you have it. That’s my little adventure into the world of wellness checks. It is not a big deal, but I was curious, and now I know a little bit more about it!