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Coping with Crisis Situations

Resources for educators, health providers, and the community.

Safe Schools Healthy Students

The Safe Schools/Healthy Students (SS/HS) initiative encourages schools and communities to work in partnership to create safe and healthy school environments in which youth can learn and develop.

Project Launch

Project LAUNCH (Linking Actions for Unmet Needs in Children’s Health) promotes the wellness of young children from birth to 8 years of age by addressing the physical, social, and behavioral aspects of their development.

Crisis Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Resources

You or someone you know may be feeling the effects of a recent crisis or disaster in the community. The signs of stress may be hidden or unfamiliar to you. What can you do to help yourself or someone else cope? Whether you are a community member, educator, or health worker, you’ll find easy access to resources online here, including:

• Resources for schools and other agencies on adopting emergency management plans that encompass the four phases of emergency management and ensure that they have comprehensive plans to address the impact of emergency situation

• How to recognize the warning signs of stress

• Methods for coping with stress – appropriate for children of all ages

• Resources to develop resiliency in children of all ages

• Training Information on Psychological First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, and Peer Listening

To begin, simply click on one of the categories listed below. Resources for family members and individuals are included in the Community section of our site. If you need immediate assistance, please call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990.

 

Warning Signs

Children, teenagers, and adults can react to crisis situations in very different ways. When they can’t talk about their feelings, they may show stress through changes in their behavior. These resources let you know what to look for and what you can say to help.

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Coping Resources

When children, teens, and adults are dealing with the stress from crisis situations, talking may not be enough. These resources provide ideas about what to do you can do at home to help children, family members, and yourself cope. 

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Link to resources for families link to resources for educators link to resources for mental health and healthcare providers

If you have a resourse not already on our Web site that you would like us to consider adding or have any questions or comments feel free to contact us.