It's been a tough month for many communities across Victoria as bushfires ravaged the state. If you or someone you know is in need of some support, below are a few resources.

Ground Support

• If your property has been impacted by fire and you have urgent animal welfare concerns, contact the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226.
• To request emergency fodder from VFF's Emergency Fodder Support Program, call 1300 882 or visit vff.org.au.
• Eligible property owners may get support to repair fencing. To find out more 136 186.  

Financial Support

• Grants of up to $75,000 are available to eligible primary producers to help cover the costs of their bushfire recovery. Loans of up to $250,000 are also available to eligible producers. For more information on eligibility and how to apply, visit ruralfinance.com.au.

Personal Wellbeing Support

• The National Centre for Farmer Health is supporting primary producers through a number of initiatives to boost farmer mental health and wellbeing. For more information, visit farmerhealth.org.au/support-hub-victoria.
• Flying Doctor Wellbeing is a free mental health and wellbeing service for rural and remote Victorian communities. Email wellbeing@rfds.vic.gov.au or call 1330 363 3222 (Gippsland), 1300 363 788 (Loddon Campaspe/Southern Mallee), 1300 661 323 (Grampians), 1800 808 284 (South Western) or 03 8412 0480.

For a full list of resources visit here.

Acknowledgement: This information is courtesy of the Stock Sense.