Emotional & Spiritual Care
Foster emotional and spiritual care to people affected by disaster, in cooperation with national, state, and local response organizations and VOADs.
Embrace the unique contribution of various mental health disciplines and faith-based groups.
Identify specific issues of emotional and spiritual needs as a significant component of disaster response.
Educate state and local VOADs and non-affiliated partners about emotional and spiritual needs in disasters.
Promote best practices, standards, and models to provide effective emotional and spiritual care.