CEO and founder of Quest For Life Petrea King said the Quest's residential programs and online workshops are in demand,

"We never know what lies over the crest or around the corner," she said.

"Prolonged drought, ferocious fires, unexpected floods, lockdowns, loss of loved-ones whom we couldn't touch, farewell or celebrate, loss of income, work and careers - no wonder Quest's services have been in demand.

Petrea said knowing how to care for ourselves physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually is the only way to weather the unpredictability of life.

Quest's fundraising has enabled over 40 people from fire-affected areas to attend our life-giving programs and our teams have travelled to Lake Conjola, Balmoral Village, Batemans Bay and Cobargo to provide the same level of support and services to these communities.

Lyn who lost her house and life as she knew it on New Year's Eve said the programs at Quest had helped her.

"I can now look forward instead of back," she said.

According to Petrea, long-term research on the impact of Quests programs showed that more than 90 percent of participants had improved their quality of life.

However due to the increased demand for programs for participants struggling with mental distress, physical illness, loss and other challenges, the organisation is under financial strain.

Quest is fundraising to enable more people impacted by trauma and the events of 2020 to attend our programs.

"Please help us to help more people to reclaim their lives and share our story to encourage people to make a tax-deductible donation online today," Petrea said.

"Donations enable someone to have a second chance in life."

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