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Disaster Relief Technical Assistance

As a service to crisis centers in the Lifeline network, and to members of the public interested in disaster relief, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has compiled the following resources. Thank you for your continued work in bringing help to those still affected by the disasters of 2005.

New - Access to Care Program: Assistance for mental health or substance abuse treatment for those directly affected by Hurricanes Katrina, Rita or Wilma

List of Nationwide Crisis Counseling Programs: Read more (PDF)

Lifeline TA for Case Managers: Read more

Documents for Crisis Workers: These documents from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provide information to help crisis centers workers manage the impact that natural disasters can have. For additional materials , please visit: http://www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/cmhs/katrina/pubs.asp

  • Lifeline Materials
    • "Having Trouble Coping After a Disaster?" Wallet Card - Read more (PDF)
    • Print-ready PSA Targeted at Disaster Survivors - Read more (PDF)
    • Be Alert! Tip Sheet for Case Managers Serving Disaster Survivors - Read more (PDF)
    • Assessing Suicide Risk: Initial Tips for Counselors - Read more (PDF)
    • Telephone Counseling Tips for Disaster Related Calls - Read more (PDF)
  • SAMHSA Materials
    • Managing Stress: Tips for Emergency and Disaster Response Workers
      Read more (PDF)
    • Psychological First Aid For First Responders - Read more (PDF)
    • Possible Alcohol and Substance Abuse Indicators - Read more (PDF)
    • Tips for Managing and Preventing Stress: A Guide for Emergency and Disaster Response Workers - Read more (PDF)
2005 Hurricane Resources: Archived disaster-relief information guides to assist with responding to the needs of those affected by hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
 
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