Cessnock City Council is operating a Community Crisis Centre with trained mental health workers at the Branxton Community Hall on Bowen Street, Branxton for anyone who needs support following the tragedy over the weekend.
The Crisis Centre brings together mental health support resources from the Hunter New England Local Health District, the Red Cross, the Salvation Army and chaplaincy services in one location.
Cessnock City Council Mayor Jay Suvaal said it is important people take care of their mental health and maintain connections with their community at this time.
“We are a tight-knit community here in the Hunter Valley. This is something that has sent shockwaves right across our region,” said Clr Suvaal.
“I know there are a lot of people who need support at this time, which is why Council has opened a Community Crisis Centre.
“The Crisis Centre will have a range of mental health first aid, disaster response, senior mental health clinicians and support resources, from multiple service providers, brought together in a single location.”
“These services are available for anyone who needs support, and will be open each day this week between 10am and 4pm.”
Singleton Council is operating a second Community Crisis Centre at the Singleton Youth Venue, corner of Bathurst and Pitt Streets, Singleton between 9am and 4pm.
