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A hug from another survivor is different from someone who is trying to console you...you're not alone.

How Survivors of Mass Shootings Are Helping a New Generation Heal

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9/11

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.

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

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We owe so much to all who gave of themselves to help our city and our nation heal.

Red Cross Volunteers Remember 9/11

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I feel like in some ways I've come out of a shadow and I'm back in the light now.

September 12th: Reflections on September 11th From an Airline Worker

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Before [my service dog] Bernie, I buried the hurt and shame, and dealt with crippling depression and anxiety. Today, I feel myself starting to heal.

9/11 First Responder: How My Service Dog Helps Me Heal

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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.

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