Recover

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Recovery is different for each person. Recovering from a traumatic event such as a bush fire can take many forms and much time. The experience and impact.

Recovery is not just about the practical aspects of your life – relocating, building a home and replacing items – it is also about the psychological and emotional aspects.

The recovery phase can be a highly unsettling time. Reaching out to family, friends and organisations for support is very important, especially if you are grieving, feeling isolated or anxious or needing living or financial help.

Resources

On this page, you will find trusted and credible resources to help you recover from a bush fire event by:

  • Clicking on the buttons below
  • Scrolling through the selection of resource directory listings displayed below
  • Browsing the ‘Local Resources Directory’ and search by category or keyword
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Directory Search Results for ‘Recover’

Active Care Network
Community Services

Active Care Network

Active Care Network provides transport for eligible disadvantaged people (the frail aged, people with disabilities and their carers) living in the Blue Mountains and Penrith local government areas. Read more…
After the Disaster Podcast
Media

After the Disaster Podcast

You’ve been through a disaster — what next? After you’ve experienced a disaster, be it a fire, a terrorist attack, a cyclone or a flood there is so much to work through. What should you expect? How do you look Read more…
Australian Red Cross
Agencies

Australian Red Cross

We are a movement of people, we help Australians act for humanity. Each in our own way, and together with communities and partners, we give each action a far greater impact.When disasters strike, we’re on the ground and on the Read more…
Beyond Blue Be You Bush Fire Response Program
Mental Health

Be You Bush Fire Response Program

The Be You Bushfire Response Program recognises the mental health impacts of the Black Summer bushfires across Australia in 2019–2020, and the role of learning communities in supporting recovery from trauma. The Program has developed the following resources for all Read more…
Bush Fire Support
Mental Health

Bush Fire Support

Bushfires affect millions of people living in Australia. Those affected commonly seek support at any time during a bushfire season – before, during or after. Find personal stories of people affected by bushfires and links to further support. Read more…
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Support Services

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Domestic and Family Violence

1800RESPECT

1800RESPECT is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. We provide support for people experiencing, or at the risk of experiencing, violence and abuse, their friends and family, and professionals. Read more…
1800 Respect Service Directory
Domestic and Family Violence

1800RESPECT Service Directory

The 1800RESPECT Service Directory is an online searchable database to locate services in your area. Read more…
Active Care Network
Community Services

Active Care Network

Active Care Network provides transport for eligible disadvantaged people (the frail aged, people with disabilities and their carers) living in the Blue Mountains and Penrith local government areas. Read more…
Australian Resilience Corps
Communities

Australian Resilience Corps

Welcome to the Australian Resilience Corps – this is the place where willing hands are connected to volunteering partners who need help on the ground. A place where help is directed to where it is needed most. Read more…
Bushfire Factsheet for Wildlife - WIRES
Animal Welfare

Bushfire Factsheet for Wildlife

During bushfires and emergency events WIRES can be inundated with enquires from people wanting to assist wildlife. Many calls and emails are from people wanting to assist with the rescue of injured wildlife in a direct way. While these offers Read more…
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Legal Support Services

Central Tablelands and Blue Mountains Community Legal Centre
Legal Advice

Central Tablelands and Blue Mountains Community Legal Centre

Central Tablelands and Blue Mountains Community Legal Centre (CTBMCLC) is a not for profit organisation providing free legal advice to people in the Blue Mountains, Oberon, Lithgow, Bathurst and Orange regions. We auspice two programs: the Blue Mountains Tenants’ Advice Read more…
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Mental Health Services

Beyond Blue Be You Bush Fire Response Program
Mental Health

Be You Bush Fire Response Program

The Be You Bushfire Response Program recognises the mental health impacts of the Black Summer bushfires across Australia in 2019–2020, and the role of learning communities in supporting recovery from trauma. The Program has developed the following resources for all Read more…
Beyond Blue Australia
Mental Health

Beyond Blue

Beyond Blue has been providing supports and services to people in Australia for 20 years. We are Australia’s most well-known and visited mental health organisation, focused on supporting people affected by anxiety, depression and suicide. We don’t ever take this Read more…
Bush Fire Support
Mental Health

Bush Fire Support

Bushfires affect millions of people living in Australia. Those affected commonly seek support at any time during a bushfire season – before, during or after. Find personal stories of people affected by bushfires and links to further support. Read more…
Kids Helpline Coping with Natural Disasters
Mental Health

Coping with Natural Disasters

When things feel out of control it’s important to have coping strategies ready. Read more…
Disaster Mental Health Hub - Phoenix Australia
Mental Health

Disaster Mental Health Hub

We provide free, reliable, up-to-date and independent information to help your family grow and thrive together. We’re funded by the Australian Government, reviewed by experts and non-commercial, so you know you can trust us. Read more…
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How To Help

Australian Resilience Corps
Communities

Australian Resilience Corps

Welcome to the Australian Resilience Corps – this is the place where willing hands are connected to volunteering partners who need help on the ground. A place where help is directed to where it is needed most. Read more…
Bushfire Recovery & Resilience
Recover

Bushfire Recovery & Resilience

We are here to support nature’s recovery from the Black Summer bushfires, so read on to find out how you can get involved. Read more…
Disaster Relief Australia
Volunteering

Disaster Relief Australia

Our mission is to unite the skills and experience of military veterans with emergency services specialists to rapidly deploy disaster relief teams in Australia and around the world in the wake of natural disasters. Read more…
GIVIT
Donating

GIVIT

Who is givit? GIVIT is a national non-profit organisation matching generosity with genuine need. GIVIT connects donors and community organisations to make sure people and communities get exactly what they need, when they need it. You are required to register Read more…
Volunteering Australia
Volunteering

Volunteering Australia

Volunteering Australia is the national peak body for volunteering, working to advance volunteering in the Australian community. Read more…
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NSW Emergency Services & Resources

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Local Resources Directory

Visit the Local Resources Directory page to view links to local organisations, and search the directory of centralised resources and services available to help Blue Mountains residents prepare for, respond to or recover from a bush fire.

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