Child Life Disaster Relief: Floods

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This webpage provides guidance for parents and families on how to support children before, during, and after a flooding event. It suggests being honest with kids about what floods are and involving them in preparation to ease their fears. Playing games or creating art can help children express their feelings. It includes an interactive fact sheet and printable activity sheets.

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Focus Area: Severe Weather

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Anxiety; Art Therapy; Child; Disaster Planning; Family; Floods; Mental Health; Play Therapy; Safety; Coping Skills

Institutions: Child Life Disaster Relief

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