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Looking after yourself

Crisis events can be very distressing. Here's some advice for taking care of yourself and others, including children.

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Emergency preparedness

Take steps now to help lessen the effect of an emergency or disaster on you and your family.

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Caring for yourself and others before, during and after a crisis

In a crisis, immediate physical needs are easy to see. But it’s also important to address emotional and mental needs.

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Hazard App

The Hazard App is a vital tool to help you through emergencies and get disaster alerts.

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Good and Ready Week 12-16 October 2020

Welcome to Good and Ready Week 2020! 

Good and Ready Week is a great opportunity to get you and your loved ones prepared before disaster strikes. 

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Max Baldran - DWST Whangarei
2 November 2020

Member Spotlight: Max Badran

Ever wonder what inspires people to become part of the New Zealand Red Cross whānau? Let’s hear it from Max Badran, one of our Disaster Welfare and Support Team (DWST) members in Whangarei.

Terra Cat employees
23 September 2020

Heavy machinery and mental health: hard conversations made easier

Looking after mental and emotional wellbeing during a crisis is key to recovering well. Terra Cat employees across the country have been developing the tools they need through New Zealand Red Cross’ Psychological First Aid courses.

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5 December 2018

Preparing for the worst

Cyclone season in the South Pacific has begun, and New Zealand Red Cross is ready to help communities who need it most.


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