Post-Disaster Mental Health Support
For Muriwai residents and surrounding communities
Below is a rolling list of free mental health supports available to residents of Muriwai Beach, and those of you who are closely connected to and/or supporting this community. If you live outside of Muriwai, we welcome you to contact the Kindred Family Centre on 09 420 7992 for support and guidance, including practical help, advocacy, financial support, and mental health support.
Friends, family, and a connected community are by far the biggest protective factors against psychological stress and trauma following an adverse event. The following resources are designed to strengthen and consolidate what our community is already doing very well… caring for each other.
Alternatively, you can phone 1737 for free, and speak with a trained counselor who specialises in disaster response settings.
Online Resources:
Supporting your kids after a traumatic event
This resource outlines the do’s and don’ts of protecting children from long-term psychological harm.
Coping after a traumatic event
This resource reflects our understanding of what helps recovery, and what does not. They have been developed out of research following the Canterbury Earthquakes and other significant adverse events.
Guidance for health and support staff.
Tips for responding to post-trauma stress, anxiety, and other symptoms. Download here.