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9/11 Firefighter’s Daughter Says Helping Kids Is How She Honors Her ‘Father’s Legacy’ — and Heals

My father’s legacy is alive in all that I do. Every day, I try to channel his ability to make today’s kids feel special, important, and like nothing can stand in their way — just like he did for me.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

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DDH_ICONS Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting

Seven Autumns of Mourning in Newtown

Over these past seven autumns, I’ve learned that just showing up for neighbors during these difficult weeks between Halloween and December 14 can help lift at least some of the weight we carry.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

The mother of a child who experienced the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting reflects on the power of the community 7 years after the tragedy.

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Mom fights to keep kids safe after Moore tornado

I figured that while everyone argues about politics or gun control, let’s do something to keep kids safe.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

“We were fortunate enough to have a community that supported that endeavor,” Romines told TODAY. “I have a junior high student in the district, and I’m not going to lie, there’s a peace of mind to me as a parent and as a superintendent that we’ve got a place to send our students (during a storm).”

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Puerto Rico teachers reflect on Hurricane Maria 1 year later

Physically, we will never be the same. But, emotionally, we are growing stronger.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico just as the 2017 school year was beginning. A year later, two teachers recall their struggle to rebuild their schools and communities amid the devastation. (article link, but also includes a video embedded)

DDH_ICONS Columbine High School Shooting

Rachel’s Challenge, an anti-bullying program created by Columbine shooting victim’s father, starts a ‘chain reaction’ in Lancaster County

I want you to think of the power you have. The power you have to make a huge difference in the life of someone else with a small, simple act.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

Rachel’s Challenge, an anti-bullying program created by a Columbine shooting victim’s father, offers an emotional presentation highlighting Rachel’s life story, help in creating a FOR — Friends of Rachel — club focused on creating a more positive school climate, and training materials for schools.

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Boston Marathon bombing survivor leading charity that once helped her

For me, it's been therapeutic to give back.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

A Boston Marathon survivor is giving back to the same foundation that helped her 48 hours after she was hurt.

DDH_ICONS Mass Violence

Before and After Route 91

I feel like sharing my story has connected me with people that have gone through similar traumatic things, and it makes me feel less alone, and it makes them feel less alone.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

On the first anniversary of the Las Vegas shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival, survivor Natalie Grumet reflects on her experience with recovery and trauma for New York Magazine’s The Cut, and shares her story in her own words.

DDH_ICONS Mass Violence

Survivors of Las Vegas sniper find support in each other

People are resilient if you give them the tools.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

Five months after the Route 91 country music festival in Las Vegas turned into the largest mass shooting in U.S. history, a support group in California helps the survivors cope and move forward together.

DDH_ICONS Hurricane or Flood

A Bittersweet Journey Back to Puerto Rico After Maria

It was a phenomenon, but who cares. We’re alive, we’re alive.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

After Hurricane Maria, thousands of Puerto Rico residents fled the island. Many are now returning home to rebuild their lives. In this story, a New York Times reporter follows an older couple as they return home to Puerto Rico and work to rebuild their lives.

DDH_ICONS Mass Violence

Pulse Nightclub Survivor: ‘I Have To Keep Moving’

You honestly don’t know how strong you are until you have no other choice.

If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365.

1-800-985-5990

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

One year after the tragedy, Pulse nightclub shooting survivor Patience Carter is moving forward, but still trying to heal. Although she has healed physically, she is still on an emotional road to recovery.