How to help a family after a bushfire
Bushfires tear through land and homes, leaving nothing behind but ashes. The experience of living through a bushfire is traumatic, however there are ways for you to help family and friends whose lives have been affected by bushfires.
Provide them with the basics
When people realise that fire is approaching, they may have to leave everything behind to reach a safe location. One way to help in the short-term is by providing the necessary toiletries, such as toothpaste, shampoo, soap etc. By simply showing your loved ones that you care and want to support them during this heartbreaking time, you can make a significant difference to their wellbeing.
Emotional Support
Everyone handles traumatic experiences differently, but emotional support is required to get through heartbreaking circumstances. Sometimes just being present and willing to listen to people as they struggle to come to terms with what has happened can greatly assist your friends or family members as they try to recover. Ask if there is anything in particular they need at the moment, or if there is anything their child requires.
Financial Support
It may be difficult to broach the subject, but you may like to help a family after a bushfire by launching a fundraising campaign for them. Some people struggle to cover the costs of rebuilding their homes after a bushfire, and may find it difficult to access their own funds, especially as insurance payouts can take months to be processed and paid out.
Remind your friend or family member that they have people around them who care for them and want to help them during this difficult time. Friends, family, coworkers and the wider community will also often want to assist financially.
You may like to create a bushfire fundraising appeal specifically for a family you know from the current NSW bushfires, or have an auction night, with people able to contribute their winning amount through an online fundraising campaign. Launch your bushfire fundraising appeal with mycause today.