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Being financially ready for a natural disaster

What do you think it looks like to be financially ready for a natural disaster? Is it about a certain amount of money in the bank or a level of insurance cover? While that is helpful, we think there is more to becoming financially strong and ready to face something unexpected, like a natural disaster.

Our free eBook Planning for the Unplanned contains tips, practical strategies and hopeful stories to help you with your financial wellbeing, whether you’re looking to get prepared before disaster hits — or are still on the road to recovery.
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If you need support today, call us on 1800 722 363 to have a free, confidential conversation with a financial counsellor. 

Four steps to becoming financially fit and well before a disaster hits 

Addressing the following four areas will help you increase your financial wellbeing and feel more prepared if you experience a natural disaster. 

  1. Develop a support network to lean on in times of trouble. Which friends or family members can you trust, have important conversations with or rely on for help? 
  2. Learn to have — or maintain — a positive mindset and healthy mind. Seeing a counsellor or learning some mindfulness techniques, such as positive reframing of negative thoughts, or breathing practices, can be helpful. 
  3. Ensure you have access to products and services. Assess your insurance cover and build some savings in the bank.
  4. Increase your financial knowledge and skills so you can make wise money decisions. Reading Planning for the Unplanned is a great place to start.

Planning for the unplanned webinar

Looking for a more interactive format for your financial preparations? Contact us today to find out when our next ‘Planning for the unplanned’ webinar is scheduled.

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Free practical resources for increasing your financial strength  

What important documents should you pack or have access to in the event of an evacuation?
Download a free checklist to help you become disaster ready

Moneycare supports lots of people with their finances post-disaster, but we want to also arm you with advice before disaster strikes.
View our top tips for becoming financially prepared for the unexpected

It is sometimes hard to know who to contact when you’re in financial stress.
View our list of helpful organisations

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