Step 2: Contact your financial institutions Neighbours, friends, and family can help. If you know of someone who has been through a similar experience have a chat with them about what to expect. Try your local council, community centres, rural fire and state emergency services in your state or territory for immediate local information and support, including evacuation centre procedures. You can also contact Centrelink to see if you’re eligible for crisis payments.ĭon’t forget charities and community organisations, such as the Red Cross, also offer support. This listing of Resources to help you out in tough times is a place to start for government related emergency and disaster assistance options. If you’re insured, check with your insurer about accommodation options. Step 1: Develop an emergency and crisis support networkĬall us on 1800 067 497 or visit our Disaster Relief hub to understand what financial and customer support there is available. Here we’ve listed steps, and possible strategies, aimed at supporting your recovery. There’s the shock and stress of dealing with an emergency, and, of course, the possible personal and property loss to navigate. Recovering from the impact of a natural disaster, such as bushfire, flood or severe weather event, can take time.
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