American Psychological Association (APA)
· Has tips for managing your own distress following a mass shooting
· Suggestions on how to talk to kids about school shootings in a way that’s age appropriate and helps them feel safe again
Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families
· Offers support, resources and connection before and after a death. The website includes information for kids, teens, young adults, parents, caregivers and those supporting the grieving person. Additionally, the website includes a data base of grief support centers across the United States
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
· Provides resources for parents and educators to talk with children about violence
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
- Psychological First Aid for Schools – Field Operations Guide gives school administrators, educators, and staff practical assistance to meet immediate needs and concerns, reduce distress, and foster adaptive coping in the wake of a disaster. The manual includes in-depth information about each of the eight core actions and accompanying handouts for administrators, school staff, educators, students, and parents and caregivers.
· 1-855-4A PARENT (1-855-427-2736) to get emotional support from a trained Advocate. They are available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sesame Street in Communities: Community & Gun Violence
· For children and families directly affected by violence in their own neighborhoods
Sesame Street in Communities: Helping Kids Grieve
· Coping with the death of loved one brings enormous challenges for the whole family
· Provides open-ended questions to discuss school shootings with your child
Local General Mental Health Support Resources:
- The Finger Lakes Mobile Crisis # which is 315-462-1080
- The Finger Lakes 2-1-1 program: https://www.211lifeline.org/
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- University of Rochester/Monroe County Mobile Crisis # 585-529-3721
- Wayne County Regional Open Access Center # 833-WAYNE-CO or 833-929-6326
- Aspire Hope, Inc https://www.aspirehope.org/ They offer peer support for teens and parents