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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

Helping Older Adults After Disasters: A Guide to Providing Support

Visit
Relevant Public Health Emergency
Natural Disaster
Applicable to COVID
Languages
English
Location
National
Level of Evidence
N/A

Description

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) produced this guide for individuals or organizations providing formal or informal support to older adults in a post-disaster setting. This document contains recommendations for engaging older adults in the aftermath of a disaster and identifying signs of distress and increased risk factors , such as the presence of a chronic condition or disability. A list of related resources and a tip sheet for older adults on managing stress after a disaster are also included.