Caring for Children in a Disaster|CDC

Caring for Children in a Disaster|CDC

Caring for Children in a Disaster

Pediatrician for Preparedness: Dr. Landers’ Story

The Storm is Over, But Not Its Effects: Dr. Allen’s Story

Remembering Boston: Dr. Stavas’ Story

Fire in the Night: Iris’ Story

Preparing Brings Peace of Mind: Zac’s Story

Back-to-School Preparedness

It’s back-to-school time. Parents, learn how to take a few extra steps to help children be prepared for emergencies. Get prepared and have a great school year.

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Additional Resources

• Key Findings in Public Health Emergency Planning for Children
• Institute of Medicine Workshop Summary on Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Considerations for Children and Families
  • Institute of Medicine Resource list
• A Communications Toolkit for Public Health Emergencies that Impact Children: Resources for Pediatric Practices, Schools, and Childcare Programs from a collaboration hosted by the Pennsylvania Department of Health and partners
• Trauma and disaster mental health resources via CDC’s Coping With a Disaster page
• SAMHSA resources for parents, teachers, and other caregivers on coping with violence and other traumatic events
• SAMHSA Tips for Talking to Children and Youth
• Resources from Pennsylvania State University for people with complex communication needs
  • Free downloadable picture boards

How are children different from adults?

Disasters affect children differently than they do adults. Learn more about the unique needs of children during and after disasters.

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Preparing for natural disasters

Take steps to help your family prepare for many types of disasters. You can also learn how to handle many of the issues disasters may bring.

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Info for specific groups

Find tools and information for families, emergency & health professionals, and schools & childcare centers.

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