Kids First: Children as Bellwethers of Recovery

• 2019

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• David Abramson

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Th article describes how reopening schools after disasters can help communities recover faster. It shares the story of Joplin, Missouri, where a tornado in 2011 destroyed many homes and schools. The superintendent set a goal to reopen schools quickly, which helped families return and rebuild their lives. Children are seen as indicators of recovery because they rely on various community systems like housing and health services. By focusing on children’s needs first, communities can speed up overall recovery after events like hurricanes or oil spills. Tools for tracking disaster recovery and guidelines for helping children are also mentioned.

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Focus Areas: Mental Health; Natural Disasters

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Recovery

Keywords: Community Health Services; Public Health Administration; Schools; Tornadoes; Mental Health Recovery

Institutions: University of Colorado

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