Disaster and Behavioral Health Resources Communications Toolkit

NCDHHS’ Disaster and Behavioral Health Resources Communications Toolkit includes disaster-specific tips and resources for North Carolinians, information on how to navigate stressful events and where to find mental health support. The materials also offer disaster resources for people living with a disability or as a caregiver, and how to access care if you struggle with substance use. You can use the toolkit to learn safety guidance and help others do the same.  

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Disaster Toolkit Overview
The Disaster and Behavioral Health Resources Communications Toolkit provides resources to support the unique needs of North Carolinians before, during and after a disaster. See what’s included in the toolkit overview document. (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic)

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Screen shot image of hurricanes and mental health fact sheet.
Hurricanes and Mental Health (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic): A printable fact sheet with information and resources to help manage the impacts of hurricanes on mental health.  
Screen shot of Floods & Mental Health flyer
Floods and Mental Health (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic): A printable fact sheet with information and resources to help manage the impacts of floods on mental health.
Screen shot of Winter Storms & Mental Health flyer
Winter Storms and Mental Health (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic): A printable fact sheet with information and resources to help manage the impacts of winter storms on mental health.
Screen shot of Wildfires & Mental Health flyer
Wildfires and Mental Health (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic): A printable fact sheet with information and resources to help manage the impacts of wildfires on mental health.
Screen shot of Disasters & Mental Health flyer
Disasters and Mental Health (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic): A printable fact sheet with information and resources to help manage the impacts of natural and man-made disasters on mental health.
Screen shot of Man-Made Disasters & Mental Health flyer
Man-Made Disasters and Mental Health (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic): A printable fact sheet with information and resources to help manage the impacts of man-made disasters on mental health.
Screen shot of Disasters & Children's Mental Health flyer
Disasters and Children's Mental Health (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic): A printable fact sheet with information and resources to help manage the impacts of disasters on youth mental health.
Screen shot of Disasters & First Responders' Mental Health flyer
Disasters and First Responders' Mental Health (Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic): A printable fact sheet with information and resources to help manage the impacts of disasters on first responders.

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Screen shot of Disasters & Mental Health social media flyer

Social Media (downloads as .zip folder): Social media posts that can be used to share information on how natural and man-made disasters impact mental health and provide resources to help (Available in Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic).

This ZIP archive contains several files. To open them, use a computer. Download the ZIP file. Then, right-click the file, select "Extract All" (Windows PC) or "Open With" > "Archive Utility" (Mac), and follow the prompts.

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Screen shot of 'We're Ready, NC: Supporting Mental Health Before And After A Disaster' YouTube video
We're Ready, NC: Supporting Mental Health Before And After A Disaster (Spanish): A Public Service Announcement on how natural and man-made disasters impact mental health and where North Carolinians can find guidance and resources. 
Screen shot of 'How Disasters Affect Mental Health' YouTube video
How Disasters Affect Mental Health (Spanish): An animated video that illustrates how natural and man-made disasters affect mental health and how to find support.