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At this web page, DHS details First Responder Capability, a program dedicated to providing first responders with technical assistance and inventive solutions to challenges caused by the nature of their jobs. The web page provides information on grants and training, fact sheets, and additional topical research and resources.
View ResourceThis resource from FEMA provides culturally competent and tribal-focused guidance for tribal governments seeking assistance pursuing disaster response and recovery planning. Designed for tribal government leadership and stakeholders, the guide includes steps for designing disaster plans that meet the unique needs of a tribal community.
View ResourceThis web page from FEMA provides information regarding disaster planning and recovery for tribal governments in collaboration with federal and state emergency management agencies. It includes guidance for tribal governments interested in seeking assistance after receiving a disaster declaration, background information on FEMA tribal policies, and tools for pursuing disaster planning, mitigation, and funding assistance.
View ResourcePart of the U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit from the U.S. Global Change Research Program, this page compiles information from across the U.S. federal government regarding the impact of climate change on tribal nations. It includes research regarding climate change weather-related events and their impact on traditional ways of tribal life.
View ResourceThis web page lists information about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, provides a 988 partner toolkit, and includes data on suicide and prevention resources. It also features links to partner organizations and funding resources.
View ResourceThis guide outlines the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s work in fiscal year (FY) 2023 in areas including communications and awareness, programs, and research. The guide includes links to information and opportunities to engage in awareness activities and trainings.
View ResourceReady.gov provides steps individuals can take before and during a pandemic to reduce the likelihood of illness and stay as healthy and safe as possible. Links to related information are also provided.
View ResourceThrough this website, CDC provides links to information and materials about public health preparedness for the public, state and local health officials, emergency managers, and others. Topics include CDC’s Emergency Operations Center, emergency preparedness and response, and guidance for state and local health departments.
View ResourceThis web page provides information on the CDC’s Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) program. It also offers information and resources on how the PHEP program provides guidance to states, territories, tribes, and local jurisdictions for preparing for public health emergencies; technical assistance resources; and evaluation tools.
View ResourceFEMA shares five steps for developing a business preparedness program.
View ResourceThis guide offers information on assessing your performance, using risk management to monitor business performance, managing finances, and strengthening your business in an economic downturn.
View ResourceDeveloped jointly by the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security, Justice, Education, and Health and Human Services, this guide is designed to help individual schools and school districts develop and update emergency operations plans in response to potential emergencies. It highlights lessons learned and recommendations to ensure high-quality school emergency operations plans.
View ResourceThis page from the Child Care Technical Assistance Network provides resources for parents and caregivers, including childcare organizations, to ensure tribal disaster plans account for the needs of children. The resource listing includes tips and tools for developing tribal disaster plans, childcare provider requirement documentation, and guidance for ensuring coordination of appropriate childcare services during disasters.
View ResourceLaunched in 2003, Ready is a national public service advertising campaign designed to educate Americans to help them prepare for and respond to emergencies. This section of the Ready website provides information about what to do before, during, and after a tornado.
View ResourcePart of SAMHSA’s Technical Assistance Publication (TAP) series, this handbook provides programs that treat people with mental and substance use disorders with information and tools for disaster planning.
View ResourceDeveloped for institutions of higher education, this guide incorporates lessons learned from recent incidents and recommendations from experts in the field to provide guidance for emergency planners revising and updating existing emergency operations plans. This resources was jointly developed by the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security, Justice, Education, and Health and Human Services.
View ResourceThe NDMC helps people and institutions develop and implement measures to reduce societal vulnerability to drought, stressing preparedness and risk management rather than crisis management. Their website includes a section to help children better understand drought.
View ResourceThis tip sheet provides guidance on communicating with the media for responders serving communities affected by disasters that involved the death of many people. The tip sheet emphasizes the importance of preparation and of identifying a set number of people who will provide information to the media. It also offers tips specifically for media interviews.
View ResourceThis fact sheet offers advice to leaders on crafting effective messages about high-stress topics, such as public health emergencies. It echoes other risk and crisis communication resources in highlighting the importance of developing messages in advance of a crisis.
View ResourceAt this web page, CDC lists and describes resources for training in emergency preparedness and response for public health workers, healthcare workers, and public leaders. Resources include core competencies, as well as training centers and organizations offering courses on public health preparedness and community planning and engagement.
View ResourceThis part of CDC’s website offers information about pandemic influenza, including links to information about the differences between seasonal and pandemic influenza, national pandemic strategy documents, and updates on public health monitoring activities. The page also features links to resources for pandemic influenza planning at global, national, and state and local levels.
View ResourceProvided through Prepare Iowa, a collaboration of the Iowa Department of Health and the University of Iowa, this 1-hour course is intended for anyone who may come into professional contact with disaster victims. The objectives of the course include defining disaster and trauma and understanding how proximity to a disaster event affects the potential for a traumatic response.
View ResourceIn this 1-hour course, information is provided on mental health assessment and intervention with disaster survivors, as well as on making sure that services provided after a disaster are culturally appropriate.
View ResourceThis collection of brochures and posters from Ready.gov promotes disaster planning and behavioral health wellness for tribal communities. Designed for different tribal regions and featuring a brochure for tribal leaders, these materials highlight the importance and benefits of effective disaster planning for tribal populations.
View ResourceThis blog about public health preparedness features articles, event and training information, and stories about preparedness advances in the field. Posts address topics such as infectious disease, pandemic influenza, and healthcare preparedness.
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