- An ADA Guide for Local Governments – Making Community Emergency Preparedness and Response Programs Accessible to People with Disabilities – One of the most important roles of local government is to protect their citizenry from harm, including helping people prepare for and respond to emergencies. Making local government emergency preparedness and response programs accessible to people with disabilities is a critical part of this responsibility. Making these programs accessible is also required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Emergency Preparedness and Response Resources
The CDC Emergency Preparedness and Response website is CDC’s primary source of information and resources for preparing for and responding to public health emergencies. This site continues to keep the public informed about public health emergencies and provides the information needed to protect and save lives.
- Coping with Trauma Resource Page – Resources from SAMHSA
- Disasters and Children from American Academy of Pediatrics – Compilation of resources and information on disaster preparedness and children, including children with special needs.
- NASP – School Safety and Crisis Resources – NASP has made these materials available free of charge to the public in order to promote the ability of children and youth to cope with traumatic or unsettling events.