disaster recovery
what we do in Victoria
together, we support affected communities of natural disasters
Natural disasters can have a devastating impact on everyday life. Homes can be destroyed or severely damaged, leaving people who are already traumatised and vulnerable facing the overwhelming task of recovery.
We support communities in the aftermath of disasters by providing practical, hands-on assistance. With the support of grants and donors, our volunteer teams help vulnerable homeowners return to their homes and make their properties safe again. This includes clearing debris, cutting and removing fallen trees, and carrying out minor home repairs to restore safety and liveability.​
impact story
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Sarah from Cockatoo was a recipient of the Storm Recovery program. She’s faced an enormously challenging year, with her father moving in due to a serious and sudden health issue, requiring renovations for disability access. Soon after, her husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer and sadly passed away.
The storms in June caused multiple trees to fall on her property and damage fences. Now facing the work as a single mother; it was beyond her physical and emotional capacity. Our recovery team came in and removed meters of debris and split and stacked multiple cubic meters of firewood.
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Sarah reflected Habitat for Humanity 's team "made me feel like I wasn't doing it alone. I felt people cared and there was a community around me, like there was some weight lifted from my shoulders."
