New resource offers wellbeing support for those affected by Hunter Valley bushfires

Individuals affected by natural disasters such as bushfires, can experience social and emotional challenges in the weeks and months following the event.

A new resource, recently released, includes a range of information to support the wellbeing of people still recovering from the Cessnock area bushfires of December 2023.

The information resource, from the NSW Reconstruction Authority, has been carefully compiled to address the ongoing needs of those affected by the fires including healthcare, mental health support and crisis support.

Many of the services listed are free to access and include a range of personal counselling options that may be accessed by telephone or online.

Click here to download the resource.

For additional information and resources relating to Disaster and Emergency Support, go to the PHN’s web page Disaster Management for Communities.

If you are in crisis and need urgent mental health support, there are several 24/7 crisis hotlines available at:

Need Help? - Primary Health Network (thephn.com.au)