After the initial clean-up

“Local communities stepped up to carry survivors through the initial clean-up and recovery – a common experience after disasters. But once the urgent work is done, volunteers usually return to their families, lives and jobs. For survivors, the feeling of being forgotten can be overwhelming – especially for those who live alone, or those struggling to access mental health services.”

Mel Taylor & Barbara Ryan “Would you like lunch? Can I clean out the chook house?’: what flood survivors actually need after disaster strikes” The Conversation October 16, 2022

Image: Wilston, Brisbane, March 2022. Credit: katiebne