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McKinney-Vento Toolbox: Constructing a Robust and Rigorous Homeless Education Program
This toolbox helps schools support homeless children and youth. It describes how to fully use the McKinney-Vento Act to meet their needs every day and …
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Decontamination of Children
This video is about how to clean children safely during emergencies involving chemicals or radiation. It describes the importance of having special plans for kids …
Helping Families Deal with the Stress of Relocation After a Disaster
This nine-page document helps families manage stress when they have to move after a disaster. It describes ways to support both adults and children during …
After A Crisis: Helping Young Children Heal
This fact sheet provides guidance on supporting young children after a crisis. It describes ways to help them feel safe and secure again. The fact …
Guidelines for Evacuation Center Play Areas
These Guidelines for Evacuation Center Play Areas provide simple precautions can help keep children in evacuation centers safe from infections. The text provides guidelines on …
Emergency Triage Assessment and Treatment (ETAT) Course
The Emergency Triage Assessment and Treatment (ETAT) course is a program designed to help healthcare workers quickly identify and treat children with life-threatening conditions. It …
A Prospective Study of Posttraumatic Stress and Depressive Reactions Among Treated and Untreated Adolescents 5 Years After a Catastrophic Disaster
2005
· University of California, Los Angeles,
· National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN),
· The National Child Traumatic Stress Network,
· Duke University
This study examines the natural course of posttraumatic stress and depressive reactions among untreated adolescents in earthquake-affected cities in Armenia. It also evaluates the effectiveness …
Psychosocial Implications of Disaster or Terrorism on Children: A Guide for the Pediatrician
This article discusses the role of pediatricians in assisting children and families during and after disasters, focusing on the unique needs of children and the …
Protecting School Children from Tornadoes: Full Mitigation Best Practice Story, 'Sedgwick County, Kansas'
This document is part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Best Practices Portfolio which is a collection of true stories about people and communities …
In Their Own Words: 9/11 Parents Help Other Parents and Schools with Lessons Learned
2005
· Healthy Schools Network
This document shares how parents affected by 9/11 offer advice to other parents and schools. It describes their experiences and the lessons they learned about …