Support for those impacted by adverse events
Whether you are directly or indirectly impacted by an adverse event, such as the recent floods, bushfires or novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, it can bring about a range of stressful thoughts, feelings and behaviours for individuals.
The Life in Mind team at Everymind has worked with the suicide prevention and mental health sectors, and in collaboration with the National Mental Health Commission to provide a comprehensive list of resources to support those affected by adverse and traumatic events including floods, bushfires and COVID-19.
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Support information and resources
Community trauma support
This page provides links to information and resources for communities impacted by trauma. This includes traumatic events, disasters or incidents.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) mental health support
The COVID-19 outbreak may generate a range of impacts on community and individual mental health and wellbeing.
Practical and emotional support for bushfire affected communities
Bushfires can have a significant impact on the mental health and wellbeing of affected communities and individuals.
If you or someone you know has been affected by bushfires and needs some extra support, we encourage you to reach out and access the services available.
Practical and emotional support for flood affected communities
This page provides links to information and resources for communities impacted by flood disasters.
For more information about COVID-19, please visit the Australian Government Department of Health
National crisis support numbers for individuals and communities
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
Kids Help Line: 1800 551 800
Mensline Australia: 1300 78 99 78
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Disaster Welfare Assistance Line: 1800 018 444
GriefLine: 1300 845 745