Programs

The Department of Human Services provides assistance and a wide range of recovery programs and information for people affected by the recent bushfires in Cudlee Creek, Kangaroo Island, Keilira and Yorke Pensinsula.

If you need:

- advice about what to do after an emergency or disaster

- information about the help available after an emergency or disaster

visit the [Disaster Recovery pages on SA.gov.au](https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/emergencies-and-safety/recovery).

The South Australian Government provides many recovery programs and assistance for those affected by Fire and disasters.

If you need:

- advice about what to do after an emergency or disaster

- information about the help available after an emergency or disaster

visit the [Disaster Recovery pages on SA.gov.au](https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/emergencies-and-safety/recovery).

If your having problems with debt and financial difficulties, your starting point should be the National Debt Helpline 1800 007 007.

Financial counselling helps you manage your debts and get your finances back under control.

Get advice about

- Your financial situation, to help you fully understand your position.

- How to prioritise your debts

- The pros and cons of the options that might work for you in addressing your debts (for example, repayment of loans, negotiating with creditors, bankruptcy and so on. There are always options.

- Your rights and responsibilities around credit and debt.

- How to access other services you may need, such as legal services, crisis food and accommodation services, and health services.

- Bushfire specific Financial Counselling advice

Financial counselling is free, confidential and independent. The National Deb Helpline is a not-for-profit, community based service that's available to people in Australia experiencing financial difficulty.