Bryan Woolverton’s Post

After disaster and conflict, thousands of people can find themselves without a place to call home. The sudden #displacement puts immense psychological stress on individuals, families, and communities. Many have endured multiple hardships even before reaching safety, and once they do, they face ongoing challenges and uncertainties. By providing emergency shelter, we can help restore a sense of safety, improve health, and promote well-being. For example, Nurgül suddenly lost her home after an earthquake struck Türkiye. After she received emergency aid, she spoke of how having a tent helped her feel secure and at home: "When I get in my tent and zip it up, I feel relieved. When there is no tent, the coffee I drink is not coffee. But here, in my tent, my coffee tastes like coffee." On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we want to say thank you to everyone who has made it possible for us to provide feelings of security and safety to people around the world. #MentalHealthMatters #EmergencyShelter #ShelterIsAHumanRight

Disaster help If you’re affected by a natural disaster, we can help make sure you continue to get your VA benefits and health care. Keep reading on this page to learn how we can help.

Incarcerated people across the U.S. are facing life-threatening conditions as climate change worsens, placing thousands in the path of disasters like Hurricane Milton. Join us to urge lawmakers to pass emergency preparedness plans now to protect the lives of people in prisons and jails: jlusa.org/justus

Prepare for Disaster: Emergency Toolkit for People with Dementia Discover a comprehensive resource from the ACL and other organizations that helps people with dementia prepare for emergencies, including hurricanes, fires, and more. Protect your loved ones today! #DisasterPreparedness #DementiaToolkit #EmergencyPlanning #HurricaneSafety #FireSafety #ACLResource #CaringForDementiaPatients #EmergencyPreparedness #DisasterReadiness #ProtectingLovedOnes

Natural disasters like hurricanes have devastating effects on all communities, but marginalized groups, including sex workers and trafficking survivors, are hit especially hard. These individuals often live on the edges of society, already facing numerous barriers to safety, stability, and support. When a disaster strikes, these vulnerabilities are magnified, exposing them to increased risks of exploitation, displacement, and trauma. For many, the aftermath of a hurricane can mean losing what little security they had, making survival even more precarious. https://lnkd.in/eHsfVErQ

In Kerala, India, at least 93 people have tragically lost their lives due to severe landslides triggered by heavy rains. Rescue operations are in full swing, with troops and army engineers working to save stranded families and reconstruct crucial infrastructure. This disaster underscores the urgent need for enhanced disaster preparedness and resilient infrastructure in vulnerable regions. #theemiratestimes #Kerala #Landslide #RescueOperations #DisasterManagement #InfrastructureResilience https://lnkd.in/g38WNSWX

While we hope you never need us, the #SalvationArmy Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) will always be there in the wake of a catastrophic event, ready to support and rebuild. Learn more about how EDS helps during times of crisis: https://salarmy.us/3pZbppR

🕊️Holidays and special occasions may be especially hard for children who lost a family member or close friend, or were displaced from their home and belongings due to a natural disaster. If you are a parent, check out the link below for helpful suggestions on how to cope with these challenging times: https://ow.ly/CEBg50UnzKY