Resources

For all information on fire recovery resources please visit Butte County Recovers. 

The Disaster Distress Helpline

24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call 1.800.985.5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

California Hope of Butte County

Through outreach and education, California Hope works to empower and restore stability to fire survivors and fire-affected communities of Butte County. Counselors meet with fire survivors and their families on the survivor’s schedule, wherever they’re most comfortable. Counselors facilitate educational and support group meetings for survivors and provide support at community events. Call  530.815.1920 or email  calhopebutte@gmail.com to connect with a HOPE Counselor today. Also, find them on Facebook  @calhope.nvcss.

Trauma Guides

• Free, multilingual downloads of Child Mind Institute resources to help communities in the wake of tragic events.
• Trauma resources from the Butte County Office of Education.

Mental Health Tips

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association provides resources specifically designed around coping with disasters or traumatic events. These resources include:

Tips for Survivors of a Disaster or Traumatic Event

Tips for Talking With and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Events

Tips for Health Care Practitioners and Responders

Disaster Readiness

Use the Listos California Disaster Ready Guide to lead you through five basic steps for emergency preparedness.

For information on all fire recovery resources please visit Butte County Recovers.