Our hearts and prayers go out to all those in Hurricane Irma’s path. We’ve put together a list of resources to help anyone who is affected by the Hurricane to stay safe and informed.
General Resources
Florida Division of Emergency Management
American Red Cross: List Myself as Safe and Well
Mental Health Association: Palm Beach County Resources
Mental Health Support
Hurricane Irma: 11 apps to keep you in the know and help you cope
Hurricanes and Tropical Storms: Learn about who is most at risk for emotional distress from hurricanes and tropical storms and where to find disaster-related resources.
Helping Kids During Disasters
Child Mind Institute Trauma Resources: Free, multilingual downloads of Child Mind Institute resources to help communities in the wake of tragic events.
Talking to Kids about Hurricanes: Resources that apply from previous Hurricanes for helping children.
Phone and Text Services
Disaster Distress: Feeling anxious or overwhelmed about Hurricane Irma? Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 for support.
NAMI Disaster Distress Helpline: 800-985-5990
AT&T Free Messaging: Hurricane Irma Efforts- No charge for any talk, text, and data coverages from 9/8-9/17.
