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Resources to Support Those Affected by the Storm
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FOX 44 Waco with Dr. Mackenzie Hughes: How to talk to children about devastating events
fox44news.comAt Texas Children’s, our hearts are with Central Texas as so many have been impacted by the catastrophic floods. With our mission to create healthier futures for children and women, it is unfathomable that today countless families are faced with the devastating news of the loss of loved ones. We are committed to supporting our team and our neighbors near and far who have been impacted by this catastrophe. Below, are resources and tools we are extending to offer help, including grief resources for coping with loss. If you want to get involved in supporting those affected by the floods, we’re raising funds to support victims and hosting a donation drive.
Texas Children’s Central Texas Hope Fund
We have heard from many of our employees and supporters with a desire to assist those in need as a result of this tragedy. We have created the Texas Children’s Central Texas Flood Hope Fund. All funds raised will go directly to support the flood victims and to support Texas Children’s programming launched to support these victims.
Our Team is Here to Help
At Texas Children’s, our Traumatic Stress and Resilience team members are available to provide individualized consultation and support to any family impacted by the Central Texas flooding. We have clinic appointments available every day for impacted families. Currently, visits are available in-person in the Houston Medical Center area, in Austin at our Specialty Care Clinic and virtually. Families can request an appointment by calling 832-822-3181. For virtual appointments click here.
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Psychiatrists are available for consultation regarding medications as needed.
How to talk to kids about Texas floods and other natural disasters
Chief of Psychology Dr. Karin Price discusses how to help your children cope with the tragedy in Central Texas. She talks in detail about how to first acknowledge your own feelings, make the conversation age appropriate, reassure them, know that feelings are okay and how to talk to kids about dealing with a loss. Click here to read the story via the Austin American-Statesman.
Outside Support Resources
Bo's Place | Bereavement Center Offering Free Grief Support Services
Bo's Place is a Houston based non-profit bereavement center offering free grief support services for children, families and adults in their grief journey. Click here to access.
Parent Tips for Helping Adolescents after Disasters
Psychological First Aid - Field Operations GuideNational Child Traumatic Stress Network National Center for PTSD. Click here for a list of tips. www.nctsn.org
Childhood Traumatic Grief: Information for Parents and Caregivers - The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Provides information to parents and caregivers on Childhood Traumatic Grief. This fact sheet outlines how children grieve, what Childhood Traumatic Grief is, who develops Childhood Traumatic Grief, the signs a child might have Childhood Traumatic Grief, and what parents or caregivers can do to help. Click here for more information. www.nctsn.org
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