After a major disaster such as a storm, bushfire or flood – dedicated relief and recovery may become available to help you get back on your feet.
Relief support helps with immediate needs through:
- relief centres
- emergency accommodation
- emergency payments.
Recovery support is designed to help with longer term effects of disasters, such as:
- cleaning up
- mental health support.
Find information about relief centres, emergency payments and recovery support below.
Help after a bushfire
Find out about what recovery help is available after a bushfire.
Help after a storm
After a significant storm, find out what recovery help is available.
Help after a flood
Find out about what recovery help is available after a major flood.
Support services and information
Recovery services, wellbeing and support
Find out more about the support, advice and counselling available as you and your family recover from storms, bushfires or floods.
Contributing after a disaster - how to help
After a disaster, you might donate your time or money. Make sure your contribution goes where it is needed most.
Rebuild and repair your home after a disaster
Whether you're dealing with bushfire, flood, or storm damage, this page helps you understand what steps to take to rebuild and repair your home safely.
Information in other languages
Translated information about relief and recovery in Victoria
Information in your language on how to get help after a bushfire, flood or storm.
Who is involved in relief and recovery
Emergency Management Victoria coordinates state and regional relief and recovery on behalf of the Victorian Government.
Other government departments, agencies, local councils and community organisations are our partners in this and play a key role in recovery.
Resources for stakeholders
Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements
The Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) is a cost sharing arrangement between the Commonwealth and State governments to support relief and recovery activities following an eligible disaster.
Emergency Recovery Resource Portal
A place for people engaged in recovery to access recovery related resources and guidance.
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