Traumatic Events Resources
We stand in support of the community of Highland Park and all those impacted by the act of violence that caused injury, loss of life and trauma on Monday, July 4. If you need assistance, local and national resources can be found at this link.
help lines
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) – Disaster Distress Helpline
The national hotline is dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. 1.800.985.5990 (24/7)
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – Find Treatment
Lake County Crisis Care and Mental Health Website
State of Illinois Department of Health Crisis and Emergency Mental Health Partners/Providers
NAMI Illinois Locations
SOCIAL SERVICE RESOURCES | LOCAL SOCIAL WORKERS
Village of Arlington Heights Health, Human & Disability Services
Arlington Heights |Nicole Espinoza | 847.368.5760
Buffalo Grove Family & Social Services
Buffalo Grove | Brittany Wilson | 847.459.2560
Prospect Height Social Services
Prospect Heights | Rosa Angela Maldonado | 847.398.5511 ext. 117
Village of Wheeling Social Services
Wheeling | Shari Matthews-Huizar | 847.459.2672
ARTICLES
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) Tips for Survivors of a Disaster or Other Traumatic Event
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) Tips for Survivors: Coping With Grief After a Disaster or Traumatic Event
US Department of Veterans Affairs What to Expect in the Wake of Mass Violence
Resources for caregivers of youth/children
Helping Youth to Cope with 4th of July Celebrations After a Shooting
Coping with Community Crisis Resources for parents and educators on talking to kids about trauma and loss
Sandy Hook Promise Website Help For Victims and Survivors of Gun Violence
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network Mass Violence Resources (English and Español)
National Institute of Mental Health Helping Children and Adolescents Cope With Traumatic Events
Tough Topic Booklists for Children-American Library Association for Children
- Tough Topics K-2 Resource List (PDF)
- Tough Topics Grades 3-5 Resource List (PDF)
- Tough Topics Grades 6-8 Resource List (PDF
Websites
National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center (NMVVRC)
- Crisis Counseling, Victim Assistance, Financial Assistance, Legal Assistance Find a Therapist
- Victim Services Professionals
- Self Help Resources
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Active Shooter Resources
US Department of Veterans Affairs Resources for Survivors and the Public Following Disaster and Mass Violence (English and Español)