Resources

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Helpful Websites

• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Coastal Virginia
• The American Red Cross
• The Centers for Disease Control
• Office for Victims of Crime Training & Technical Assistance Center (OVC TTAC)
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Disaster Technical Assistance Center (SAMSHA DTAC) 
  • The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Disaster Technical Assistance Center: (SAMSHA DTAC) helps states, US territories, tribes, and local providers plan for and respond to be behavioral health needs after a disaster. Affected communities can request training and technical assistance. 1-800-308-3515

Resources for Teachers/Parents about Grieving Children

• National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement
• Coalition to Support Grieving Students

General Coping Tips

• APA – The Road to Resilience
• Tips for Survivors of a Disaster or Other Traumatic Event: Managing Stress

How to reach out to others

• National Alliance on Mental Illness – How to Help a Friend

Health, Wellness, Sleep

• National Alliance on Mental Illness – Complementary Health Approaches
• National Sleep Foundation

Media

• Dealing with the Media – Your Rights

Alternative Resources

• The Tapping Solution Foundation
• The Tapping Solution
• EFT Universe
• Health Journeys
• Energy Psychology
• Resources for Resilience
• Homicide Survivors Support Group in Chesapeake
• VA Legal Aid — navigate through legal aid services, resources on eligibility, and self-help forms with explanations on navigating the VA Court System rules and representing yourself