PeerGalaxy Original Calendar
Welcome to PeerGalaxy Calendar featuring over 336,800+ monthly offerings of FREE telephone- and online-accessible peer support, recovery support, and wellness activities! Plus 50+ warmlines, helplines, chatlines, and hotlines. Plus workshops, webinars, job postings, resources, observances, special events, consumer input opportunities and more.
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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
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Calendar Event Sorting
At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next, Bundled “All Day” Events
Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling. Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events
So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.
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The calendar displays ~50 listings per page. To advance to next page with ~50 more listings, click the right arrow in the lower left corner of the calendar
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & ADULTS
MASS TRAGEDY, RACIAL STRESS & TRAUMA RECOVERY
“You don’t have to go through this alone. Support, connection, and healing are available — right now.”
CRISIS HELPLINES
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
When a mass tragedy, shooting, or community disaster shakes your world, trained crisis counselors are standing by to listen and help you find your footing again. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 any time of day or night — no appointment needed, no identifying information required. Spanish speakers can press “2” for bilingual support, and counselors are available in more than 100 languages through third-party interpretation services. For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL callers, text or call using your preferred Relay provider. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline
VictimConnect Resource Center
Survivors and victims of any crime — including mass violence — can call or text 1-855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online at victimconnect.org to reach trained Victim Assistance Specialists any time. Specialists provide emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals to local services including mental health counseling and legal support. Completely anonymous and available in English, Spanish, and more than 200 languages. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
PEER SUPPORT — ADULTS
The Rebels Project — Mass Violence Survivor Peer Support Community
Founded by Columbine survivors, The Rebels Project connects survivors of mass tragedy from across the country through a private peer community and monthly virtual support meetings — providing long-term connection and care long after the news cameras have gone. Open to survivors of mass violence of all kinds. Free to join. therebelsproject.org
Everytown Survivor Network — SurvivorsConnect Peer Support
A nationwide community for adults who have experienced gun violence — whether you witnessed a shooting, were wounded, or lost someone to gun violence including mass shootings, domestic violence, or suicide. The Everytown Survivor Network offers peer support connections, support groups focused on trauma and grief recovery, and specific groups for bereaved parents, gun suicide loss survivors, and those wounded by gun violence. Trauma-informed and free to join. everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network
The Compassionate Friends — Online Support Community
For parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (ages 18+) grieving the death of a child at any age and from any cause — including mass violence and homicide. The Compassionate Friends offers weekly live-chat virtual support sessions, including general bereavement sessions and specific focus groups, as well as private moderated Facebook Groups available around the clock. Free · No membership fee required. Find online sessions and groups at compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities
PEER SUPPORT — CHILDREN, TEENS & FAMILIES
The Dougy Center — Peer Grief Support Groups
The Dougy Center offers peer grief support groups for children, teens, young adults, and their parent or adult caregiver — running simultaneously so the whole family is supported at once. Groups are organized by age and type of loss, including violent death and mass tragedy. Use the program finder to locate a Dougy Center–model group in your area or online. Free. dougy.org/program-finder
ON-DEMAND RESOURCES & GUIDES
National Mass Violence Center — Virtual Resiliency Center
A first-of-its-kind evidence-based resource hub built specifically for survivors, families, and communities of all ages affected by mass violence. Explore sections on victims’ rights, coping with trauma and grief, stress management, building social support, substance use after mass violence, and long-term recovery — including videos featuring survivor voices and expert guidance. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. massviolence.help
The Dougy Center — Free Grief Resources Library
The Dougy Center’s free online library is open to anyone navigating loss after mass tragedy, violent death, or sudden loss. Downloadable toolkits, activities, tip sheets, articles, and podcast episodes are organized by age group — children ages 0–12, teens, young adults, adults, and parents and caregivers — and by cause of death. Resources are also available in Spanish. No account required. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE. dougy.org/grief-support-resources
Grief Out Loud® Podcast — The Dougy Center
Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro, LCSW, Grief Out Loud is an internationally acclaimed podcast produced by The Dougy Center with more than 300 episodes and over a million downloads worldwide. Personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations about grief after violent loss, mass tragedy, sudden death, racial trauma, and more — for adults supporting children, for grieving parents, and for anyone carrying loss. Published biweekly. Free · Available anytime at dougy.org/news-media/podcasts · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
MVP — Mass Violence Podcast
The official podcast of the National Mass Violence Center, a project of the Medical University of South Carolina and the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime. Experts and survivors speak to trauma reactions, PTSD treatment, long-term recovery, supporting children and schools after a shooting, community resilience, and more. 31 episodes available on demand. Free · nmvvrc.org/learn/mass-violence-podcast · Also on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
samhsa.gov/mental-health/disaster-preparedness — SAMHSA’s full hub for disaster behavioral health, including coping tips for traumatic events, resources for children after disasters, and guidance specific to incidents of mass violence.
ovc.ojp.gov — The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime offers freely downloadable tip sheets for mass violence survivors of all ages, covering coping with grief, anger, retraumatization, and what to expect in personal and family life in the weeks and months after a tragedy.
dougy.org/resources/cause-of-death/mass-tragedies — The Dougy Center’s dedicated resource page for communities navigating grief after mass tragedies, with age-appropriate guides for talking with children and supporting families.
everytownsupportfund.org/everytown-survivor-network/resources-for-victims-and-survivors-of-gun-violence — The Everytown Survivor Network’s curated resource guide for gun violence survivors, including information on coping, mental health, legal rights, and financial support.
ABOUT
The Dougy Center, founded in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, is the National Grief Center for Children and Families. Its peer grief support model has helped thousands of children, teens, young adults, and families find hope and healing, and more than 500 programs based on its model now operate across the United States and internationally. The Rebels Project, founded in 2012 by Columbine survivors, provides long-term peer community and connection to mass violence survivors nationwide. The Everytown Survivor Network is a program of the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, connecting survivors of gun violence to each other, to trauma-informed programs, and to direct services across the country. The Compassionate Friends, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit self-help organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide supporting bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings after the death of a child. The National Mass Violence Center, based at the Medical University of South Carolina and funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime, serves as the national source for evidence-based resources, research, and training for survivors, communities, and professionals responding to mass violence.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All services listed are free of charge. These resources are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.