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Emergency Preparedness

Recovering from a Disaster

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Overviews
Recovering From Disaster:FEMA [PDF]
Picking Up the Pieces After a Disaster:American Red Cross
Disaster Preparation and Recovery: MedlinePlus

Cleaning Up
Clean Up Safely After a Disaster:CDC

Emotional Recovery
Trauma and Disaster Mental Health Resources:CDC
Maintaining a Healthy State of Mind (after a terrorist event):CDC
Coping with a Traumatic Event:CDC [PDF]
Dealing With Stress After A Natural Disaster:Mental Health America
Managing Traumatic Stress: Tips for Recovering From Disasters and Other Traumatic Events:American Psychological Association [PDF]
Helping Children Cope with Disaster:FEMA & American Red Cross [PDF]
Helping Children and Adolescents Cope With Violence and Disasters: What Parents Can Do:National Institute of Mental Health
Helping Children Handle Disaster-Related Anxiety:Mental Health America
Handbook for Coping After Terrorism: A Guide to Healing and Recovery:U.S. Dept of Justice [PDF]
Coping With Disasters: MedlinePlus

Financial Recovery
Guide to Financial Issues:American Red Cross
Help After a Disaster: Applicant's Guide to the Individuals & Households Program:FEMA [PDF]
Apply for Assistance:FEMA
Apply for Assistance Online:FEMA
Disaster Assistance FAQ:FEMA
State and Federal Disaster Assistance Forms:California Office of Emergency Services

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