Our hearts go out to all the families and individuals that face the aftermath of natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires. Always remember to take care of your family and home first before helping others.

Here are a few emergency preparedness resources for families and family professionals:

• Hurricane Emergency Preparedness Tips for child care providers and parents — Child Care Aware

• How to Talk to Your Child About the News — KidsHealth from the Nemours Foundation

• Shelter from the Storm: tips for parents and caregivers staying in emergency shelters — ZERO TO THREE

• How to Talk to Children About Difficult News — American Psychological Association

• Ready.gov offers disaster resources designed for kids, parents, and educators, including emergency kits and family plans, Hurricanes: Know the Facts, and detailed hurricane preparedness steps.

More resources can be found in our collection How to Talk to Children About Tragedies.

This page will be updated with new resources and information as they become available. Additional suggestions are always welcomed. Questions? Please contact Trip Sullivan.