Children’s Mercy Kansas City
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Resources for Children with Complex Medical Needs
This webpage offers resources available for children who have complex medical needs. It lists programs, support services, and helpful links for families and caregivers. The …
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Helping Kids Navigate Tragic Shootings at Schools and Other Events
This article explains how parents and caregivers can help children cope after tragic events like school shootings. It explains signs of stress or trauma to …
Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Emergency Response (PREPARE Family Videos)
2022
· PEAL Center
This video is part of a series called "PREPARE Family Videos" that focuses on mental health in emergency response situations. It describes how these videos …
Tools for Families and First Responders to Use (PREPARE Family Videos)
2022
· PEAL Center
The video describes helpful tools for families and first responders to help them prepare for emergencies. This is part of a series of videos called …
Uniqueness of Each Child with Complex Needs (PREPARE Family Videos)
2022
· PEAL Center
This video highlights how every child with complex needs is special and different. It describes ways families can support their children by understanding their unique …
What Do You Want All First Responders to Know (PREPARE Family Videos)
2022
· PEAL Center
The video describes what families want first responders to know during emergencies, helping improve communication and support for those in crisis situations. It highlights the …
Brief Ways to Communicate Child’s Needs from Parent to EMS Responder (PREPARE Family Videos)
2022
· PEAL Center
The video describes how parents can quickly and effectively share important information about their child's needs with emergency responders. It highlights the importance of clear …
How to Establish Trust between EMS Responders, Parents, and Children (PREPARE Family Videos)
2022
· PEAL Center
This video explains ways to build trust among emergency responders, parents, and kids. The video features parents describing ways to make children feel safe and …
What Would Make Emergency Response Better for Your Child and Family (PREPARE Family Videos)
2022
· PEAL Center
This video shares ways to improve emergency responses for families with children with special health care needs. The video features parents describing specific ways to …
What the Emergency Responders Did Really Well in Emergency Situations (PREPARE Family Videos)
2022
· PEAL Center
This video highlights how emergency responders effectively handle crises with children with special health care needs. The videos show real-life examples from parents that describe …