The recent Queensland cyclone has left many feeling the emotional impact of the disaster, including former ADF veterans across Australia. Veteran Mindfulness Australia (VMA) offers free mental health support specifically tailored to those who’ve served in the Australian Defence Force and hold a DVA card. VMA is here to help veterans nationwide, whether they are directly dealing with the aftermath in Queensland or experiencing the emotional ripples from afar, providing support and strength to our veteran community during this challenging time.
The Post-Cyclone Challenge for Our Veteran Community
In Queensland, the chaos may evoke memories of past missions, and for veterans across Australia, the news can trigger memories of service or shared struggles. Research indicates that former ADF members experience higher rates of PTSD, anxiety, and depression, which can be exacerbated by events like this cyclone. Whether coping with the loss of a comrade, feelings of isolation, or the overall weight of the situation, mental recovery is crucial. Remember, you are not alone in this fight.
Veteran Mindfulness Australia: Free Support for DVA Card Holders
Veteran Mindfulness Australia stands with our veteran community, providing free, specialised mental health care for those with a DVA card. With the Queensland cyclone in the rearview, here’s how we’ve got your back, no matter where you are in Australia:
Immediate Recovery Support
VMA offers weekly check-in calls with registered psychologists, a lifeline to unpack stress or trauma, whether you’re in the thick of Queensland’s cleanup or processing it from Perth. DVA card holders can also join online mindfulness classes like meditation or yoga to steady the mind, wherever you’re bunkered down.
Long-Term Healing
Recovery’s a marathon, and VMA’s in it with you. They provide ongoing counseling, art therapy, and sessions to rebuild your mental resilience. From photography to process the chaos, to hypnotherapy for restless nights, these programs are crafted for veterans by people who get it.
Why This Matters for Our Veteran Community
The Queensland cyclone might be a local hit, but its impact resonates across our veteran network. The shift from ADF life already stacks the odds—add a disaster, and the mental load grows. For DVA card holders, VMA’s free services offer no-stigma support tailored to veterans, whether you’re near the eye of the storm or supporting from afar. With tools like the Calm app and in-person options at clinics like Ipswich, they’re here for our community, coast to coast.
How Veterans Across Australia Can Access VMA
Connect with Veteran Mindfulness Australia at veteranmindfulness.com.au or fill out the form below. For Queensland-specific recovery, the Community Recovery Hotline (1800 173 349) is active.
To Our Veteran Community Across Australia
You’ve served, you’ve endured, and you’re part of something bigger.
Whether the Queensland cyclone touched your backyard or your heart, Veteran Mindfulness Australia is here with free, practical support for veterans. A call to clear your head, a session to rebuild your peace – we’ve got you. Let’s lift each other up, as a community, stronger than ever.
