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The appendices are a companion document to <em>Coping with Technological Disasters: A User Friendly Guidebook</em>. This document includes community surveys, newspaper articles, in-service training, information directories, and reports.
View ResourceDesigned for healthcare workers, this 1-hour webinar recording covers ways to manage stress (and support colleagues in stress management) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The webinar focuses on the Stress First Aid framework for self-care, stress management, and peer support.
View ResourceThis website provides a support network, resources, information, a 24-hour hotline, and more for the surviving families of those who have died in service to America.
View ResourceThe National Council for Mental Wellbeing has resources to prevent overdose. Designed for local health departments, they focus on peer support services and overdose response. They include two reports for health departments and archived webinars.
View ResourceThis website section provides information on what to do after experiencing the death of a loved one. It includes symptoms of grief, next steps, and resources. It also includes actual stories from service members who share their losses.
View ResourcePart of a program of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives encompass efforts to increase safety and well-being for firefighters and emergency medical services personnel. Initiative 13 focuses on psychological support. The web page dedicated to this initiative includes information and links to relevant resources.
View ResourceThis phone line, provided through the Hope for Emergency Responders Organization (HERO), is designed to provide first responders with tailored peer support and resources. Based on the nature of a responder’s call, the phone line offers emotional support, guidance, tips, and suggestions. First responders and their friends and family can reach the phone line at 844–833–HERO (844–833–4376) from 8 a.m. to midnight ET on all 7 days of the week.
View ResourceThis mobile app provides responders with a safe space to connect with peers. The app provides responders with a personalized interface depending on their desired focus and goals, including self-check quizzes, tips, and tools. Along with provided resources, the app features expert perspectives and stories on a vast array of topics. While the app is free, individuals must create an account to gain complete access.
View ResourceThis service provides first responders with an outlet to express emotions related to their profession and daily encounters. At this web page, first responders can schedule confidential group conversations with first responder peers to convey feelings of distress or discomfort and promote resilience. Upon scheduling a session, the service is provided through 1-hour virtual gatherings and facilitated by trained professionals.
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