Hurricane Ian Resources and Information

AAMFT is a member of the American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Partners coalition. AAMFT has been participating in this coalition for many years.

Hurricane Ian strengthened into a Category 4 storm Wednesday and is expected to hit Florida’s west coast. The National Hurricane Center has warned of “life-threatening storm surge, catastrophic winds and flooding in the Florida Peninsula," with millions under evacuation orders. Read more on the Red Cross website .

Resources

The resources below have been created by member MFTs or compiled by AAMFT.

• How to Prepare for a Hurricane

• Systemic Therapists on the Frontlines of Climate Change

• Disastershock- How to cope with the emotional stress of a major disaster

• Helping Families Cope with Disaster

• Attending to the Whole System: Eco-Informed Family Therapy

• Tips for Parenting During Times of Crisis

Volunteering

MFTs and other mental health professionals are eligible to serve as Red Cross Disaster Mental Health providers. Learn more about disaster mental health and volunteering with the Red Cross.

Our thoughts are with our members and the many people in the path of Ian, as well as the first responders who will help. Please take all necessary precautions and stay safe.