When your community experiences a crisis, it can be hard to know where to turn. Community crises include events like natural disasters, acts of violence, sudden loss and other wide-spread trauma. Responding to a community crisis is important. We can help.
Community crisis
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Community crises can have profound mental health impacts on individuals and the collective community. The immediate aftermath often sees a surge in acute stress reactions, including anxiety, panic and confusion, as people grapple with the reality of the crisis.
If you have experienced a community trauma – or you’re wanting to support individuals who have – we can help.
How to support others
If you are in a leadership role in your community, it’s important to know how to respond after a crisis occurs. We can help.
Available resources
A variety of resources are available to support you and your community following a crisis. Learn about these resources so you can be prepared.
Have you been impacted by gun violence?
Our Stand Up for Peace: Group Violence Intervention works with individuals at the highest risk of group and gun violence, typically young males between the ages of 14 – 25. Services for clients are voluntary, free and confidential. Our team provides trauma-informed, client-centered case management and connection to services as a pathway from risky behaviors and towards positive relationships.