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Child and Youth Preparedness - Resources for Families & Caregivers

August is Child and Youth Preparedness Awareness Month.

Families & Children

Search the Resource Central website for more resources with phrases such as “disaster planning” or “youth preparedness” for more information.

mom with teen daughter using phone together at home
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Children and Youth Preparedness Social Media Toolkit

This social media toolkit empowers children and youth in emergency preparedness through resources, tips, and customizable content, fostering readiness and resilience within communities.

12 year old boy with special needs getting a nebulizer treatment for asthma
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Disaster Preparedness for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs

A toolkit that provides an overview on how to write plans, create a disaster supply kit, cope with a disaster, and additional considerations.

Prepare with Pedro
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Prepare with Pedro

Pedro the Penguin is a fun guide through activities that help kids learn about creating emergency kits and more.

Family Preparing Emergency Kit Together at Home
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Early Childhood Disaster-Related Resources for Children and Families

This site has information on supporting children and youth during emergencies, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding their well-being.

A grandmother comforts a crying little girl
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Helping Your Child Cope with a Disaster

This site offers guidance on assisting children during disasters, emphasizing the unique vulnerabilities and needs of young individuals in such situations.

Father comforting his scared children under table in living room during earthquake
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Children and Disasters - Disaster Planning for Families

This site offers guidance on understanding children's reactions to traumatic events, providing emotional support, and fostering resilience.