Support Services
Immediate mental health support:
Natural disasters and the process of recovery can take a toll on your mental and physical health. It’s vital to look after your wellbeing and that of your loved ones. For information on emotional and trauma support after a natural disaster visit nsw.gov.au/emergency/recovery
Domestic violence support services
Domestic Violence support in Ballina Shire factsheet(PDF, 142KB)
Disaster support and mental health information
Healthy North Coast - information about being prepared, responding to and recovering from disasters and emergencies.
Rural Adversity Mental Health - useful fact sheets around adversity and disasters, and local staff to talk to.
Rural Aid Counselling ph 1300 175 594 website ruralaid.org.au/counsellors
Recovery Support Services funded by NSW Reconstruction Authority
Recovery Support Services help people affected by the floods by providing personalised, free and long-term support.
They provide:
- A dedicated support worker
- Help accessing financial grants, services and loans
- Practical, personal and emotional support
- Recovery updates and information
- Links to other services and programs in your community.
Download the NSW Reconstruction Authority Flood Recovery in Ballina factsheet(PDF, 2MB) for more information about support services.