For parents and caregivers
After a natural disaster
A practical TAG Center handout for adults supporting children affected by a natural disaster.
04 / Disaster response
Supporting children.
Strengthening recovery.
After a disaster, children and the adults around them need support that recognizes both trauma and loss. The TAG Center shares practical resources and professional education to help communities respond.
Read the natural disaster guide (PDF)Care beyond the immediate aftermath.
Following the 2025 Central Texas floods, the TAG Center supported recovery through caregiver resources, statewide webinars, and collaboration with the Kerrville Mental Health Coalition.
Learn more in The Hackett Center's 2025 annual report, page 11 (PDF).
Over time
Trauma and loss reminders
Explore how reminders can affect children after a natural disaster, with strategies for caregivers to discuss and understand these experiences.
Read the guide (PDF)Additional support
Resources for difficult moments.
Supporting a grieving child
Guidelines for caregivers helping children after the death of a loved one.
Read the caregiver guidelines (PDF)After mass violence
TAG Center guidance for adults helping children after a mass shooting or school shooting.
Recognizing the need for more support
A resource to help caregivers understand when a grieving child may need additional help.
Five signs a grieving child may need extra help (PDF)