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Disaster Behavioral Health Information Series Resource Center
The SAMHSA Disaster Technical Assistance Center (DTAC) provides various resources and useful information for those in the disaster behavioral health field.
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Did you know you can download your search results? Simply apply search filters and then click on the Download Filtered Resources link to obtain a .csv file with the resources you have found, including each resource’s name, description, date, URL, and source.
This web page provides information for staying safe during different natural disaster and severe weather events, such as earthquakes, wildfires, floods, and more. It includes tips and resources to prepare for, respond to, and recover from each disaster type.
This web page provides information for staying safe during different natural disaster and severe weather events, such as earthquakes, wildfires, floods, and more. It includes tips and resources to prepare for, respond to, and recover from each disaster type.
The second webinar in a series focused on individuals experiencing homelessness and winter crises, this recording focuses on challenges posed for vulnerable populations when natural disasters occur during colder seasons. Presented by professionals from homeless service provider organizations and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the webinar highlights strategies for overcoming barriers.
This webpage offers a link to tips for preventing heat-related deaths and illnesses. It also reviews the causes of health-related illness and who is most at risk.
These weather-specific informational flyers designed for people experiencing homelessness were created using input from people who were or are homeless. Each of the nine flyers focuses on a different natural disaster, offering weather-appropriate guidance for individuals seeking shelter and safety.
This web page includes information and links to resources to help people with disabilities and their loved ones to prepare for disasters, including developing a personal support network, completing a personal assessment, and making emergency and evacuation plans. Also provided are links to information about emergency shelters and putting together a disaster supplies kit.
This web page guides pet owners in ensuring the safety of their animals in extreme heat. The web page details insights into recognizing and treating heat stroke in pets, signs of heat-related distress, and additional preventive measures.
This web page offers guidance on securing the well-being of pets during winter, focusing on protection from snowstorms and cold weather. The web page provides tips on how to safeguard pets from winter hazards like salt and antifreeze.