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Code 9 Kids

Professional first responders - fire fighters, police, ambulance and 000 operators - face extraordinary pressures in the line of duty.  The mental toll of witnessing and hearing traumatic events can lead to long-term emotional injuries, which affect not only the individiuals but also their loved ones.  Code 9 is not only here to let the first responder know they're never alone, but their children as well.

IF YOU ARE IN CRISIS
PLEASE RING 000 IMMEDIATELY

Get Support

If you ever feel sad or anxious you should talk to someone. Your parents, a doctor, a teacher or school counsellor are really good choices, here are some other options as well.

1800 55 1800

kidshelpline.com.au

13 11 14

lifeline.org.au

headspace.org.au

If you would like some strategies on how to help manage PTSD, depression or anxiety.

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Code 9 Kids stuff

Code 9 Kids Book about PTSD

Designed with first responders in mind, "My Dad, My Hero" offers practical tools and insights for creating meaningful conversations. It includes illustrated Stories with an engaging narrative that depict the experiences of a first responder and the benefits of seeking professional help.

Learn more about our very first kids book!

  • Explains mental injury in first responders from a childs perspective
  • Provides information about PTSD, anxiety and depression
  • Shows first responders how they can manage mental injury and PTSD
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Kevin the Calming Koala

Have you met Kevin the Calming Koala? This little marsupial miracle worker has the power and personality to calm anxious kids and help them sleep. Kevin is a super cute, soft and cuddly.  Perfect for every child who wants a special soft toy...

Get your own Kevin today

  • Calms anxious kids & helps them sleep
  • Helps soothe an overactive brain
  • Works like a weighted blanket only small & cuddly
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Camps

Our camps will provide children in first responder families to not only have a break from that envrionment, but also connect with other children in a similar situation helping them to see that they are not alone.

it will also provide a little respite for the family during the school holidays.

Code 9 Kids Camp - Glenelg '25

These summer holidays we are funding kids in Years 7-11, to join a canoeing adventure, led by bush adventure therapy specialists.

Our aim is to help kids realise “they’re never alone” as well.

  • THE CAMP IS A 5-DAY EXPEDITION PROGRAM ALONG, AND ON THE SHORES OF, THE GLENELG RIVER.
  • DURING CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS, MONDAY 6TH – FRIDAY 10TH OF JANUARY 2025
  • CHILDREN IN YEAR 7 - 11, AGED 13 - 17 YEARS OLD
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