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This tip sheet lists reactions to stress that are common among children and that caregivers, parents, and teachers may see during and after an infectious disease outbreak. It also suggests ways that adults can help children manage stress.
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According to this document, it is designed to "outline[s] the essential issues that jurisdictions should consider when developing plans to provide pet-friendly sheltering for people before, during, or after an emergency that requires a large-scale evacuation."
View ResourceThis tip sheet discusses the mental health effects of drought on rural populations, how to recognize stress and depression, and suicide warning signs.
View ResourceHeld each year in March or April, this conference provides an opportunity for those involved in hurricane preparedness, response, and recovery to discuss important topics in the field, share ideas, and generate ideas for policy improvements.
View ResourceNECHAMA is a nonprofit organization through which volunteers of all faiths provide natural disaster preparedness, response, and recovery services across the country. They work to offer help to those who are the most vulnerable or have the greatest need after a disaster.
View ResourceThis brochure provides information regarding the emotions one might experience after the death of a pet. It reviews the stages of grief, discusses the difficult decision regarding whether or not to get another pet, and provides guidance on remembering the pet.
View ResourceThis book for children follows two characters, Trinka and Sam, as they learn how to prepare for a tornado. It helps children to understand common reactions and feelings they may experience before, during, and after a tornado.
View ResourceThe Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement is a nonprofit organization staffed by volunteers trained in pet bereavement counseling. This organization is dedicated to helping people through the grieving process.
View ResourceDeveloped to support religious leaders in helping their congregations after Hurricane Sandy, this tip sheet offers advice on how to effectively provide community and congregational support after a disaster. It also features a sidebar on working with children. The information the tip sheet provides will be useful to religious leaders after any disaster.
View ResourceThe Shriver Report by Maria Shriver is a nonprofit project and platform for a national study and comprehensive report on the conditions of women in America.
View ResourceThis tip sheet provides information for parents on how to manage exposure to media coverage of tornadoes for themselves and their children. The resource describes how media exposure may affect children and steps parents can take to address children’s concerns and emotions related to media exposure and other discussion of a tornado.
View ResourceThe NCTSN describes tornadoes and the effects they commonly have on children and families. This part of the NCTSN’s website includes information and links to resources about how parents can prepare their families for tornadoes and help their children cope with the effects of a tornado.
View ResourceThis part of the SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline website describes tornadoes and discusses the signs of emotional distress that people may experience after a tornado or severe storm. It identifies populations at greater risk for emotional distress after a tornado and sources of information and support for individuals in disaster-related distress.
View ResourceThis fact sheet shares tips on reducing stress related to a pending or existing influenza pandemic. It also provides information on the flu, how to plan and what to expect during a pandemic, and how individuals can protect themselves and their families.
View ResourceThe National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) is a unique collaboration with a mission to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for traumatized children and their families. Its earthquake recovery page is designed to assist parents and families after an earthquake.
View ResourceRedRover focuses on strengthening the bond between people and animals through a variety of programs, including emergency sheltering, disaster relief services, financial assistance, and education.
View ResourceThis web page discusses normal reactions to a disaster or traumatic event and steps that can be taken to cope and recover.
View ResourceThis pamphlet discusses the characteristics of chemical and biological terrorist threats, suggests ways to detect them, and provides strategies for protection and decontamination.
View ResourceThis booklet was developed to help pet owners avoid having to leave their animals stranded in the event of a disaster or an evacuation. It includes detailed information on assembling emergency kits and plans addressing the needs of a wide variety of animals including livestock.
View ResourceThis website features information and links to tip sheets, fact sheets, web pages, and videos about avoiding exposure to lead for individuals and families in Flint, Michigan, where in early 2016 an emergency was declared due to high levels of lead found in the drinking water. Several resources are available in Spanish as well as English.
View ResourceThis online article provides information about children’s reactions to disasters and suggests ways for parents to help children cope with their feelings.
View ResourceThis handout provides information on the stresses relocation after a disaster may cause for a family. It also includes the signs of stress that are common in children and adolescents of different ages, as well as in older adults, and ways that parents, caregivers, and families can support children and older adults in coping with stress.
View ResourceThis part of the American Red Cross’s website presents basic information about hurricanes and lists practical ways for the general public to prepare for, respond to, and recover from hurricanes.
View ResourceThis web page provides information on the major hazards associated with hurricanes, including tornadoes.
View ResourceThis website informs the public about hurricane hazards and provides tips and resources people can use to prepare for hurricanes. It also describes what the National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center are doing to help the public prepare for and respond more effectively to hurricanes.
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