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Project

The National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement

Center:

CA-USC, Childrens Hospital, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2020

Contact Information:

David Schonfeld
[email protected]
323-361-8086

Project Description:

The National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement at CHLA empowers schools to fully support children to heal and recover during times of crisis and loss. It therefore provides the following key services through an interdisciplinary team of medical, mental health, and school professionals: Confidential on-site and remote technical assistance and consultation for K-12 school leadership and school professionals Practical and timely advice via a 24/7 toll-free number and via email Ongoing support in the immediate aftermath of a crisis and throughout the long-term recovery period Educational resources and crisis-management tools School staff training and community presentations, as well as professional development for a range of professional audiences.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Performing Direct and/or Demonstration Services, Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Disadvantaged Circumstances

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National

Funding Source:

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

1100 Wayne Avenue, Suite 1000 Silver Spring, MD 20910

Mailing address:
PO Box 8787
Silver Spring, MD 20907-8787