Information about the unique needs of children during and after a disaster
Learn what steps you can take to help your children cope with disasters
- The importance of including children's needs in all levels of public health emergency planning.
- Learn more about specific emergencies and their impact on children during and after disasters.
- Learn what steps you can take to help your children cope with traumatic events
- CDC's resource, "Easy as A-B-C" helps protect your child in an emergency away from home.
- Create a disaster emergency care plan for children with special healthcare needs.
For School Administrators
Information for K–12 school administrators and staff on the importance of preparing for emergencies
Discover how to effectively prepare your school for an emergency
Know what steps your school should take after the emergency phase has ended.
Read CDC's updated guidance for K–12 schools on how to prevent the spread of infectious disease.