HEALING SUPPORT

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Survivors, family members and friends of those injured or lost in acts of terrorism, often require support for their journey ahead. The curators of Roots of Memory understand the struggle to heal and have included helpful links to non-profit, government and other agencies that offer assistance. These organizations are not affiliated with or endorsed by Roots of Memory. It is recommended that individuals critically vet these resources to determine what will work best for their specific needs.

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GRIEF ASSISTANCE

• The Compassionate Friends

• Association for Death Education and Counseling

• Grief Share

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SURVIVOR RESOURCES

• National Organization for Victim Assistance

• National Compassion Fund

• Victims of Terrorism Support Portal

• Office for Victims of Crime

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CHARITIES PROVIDING FINANCIAL DONATIONS TO TERROR VICTIMS AND THEIR FAMILIES

• National Compassion Fund

• OneFamily Overcoming Terror Together

• Tuesday’s Children

• International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program

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MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE

• International Critical Incident Stress Foundation

• Sidran Institute of Traumatic Stress Education and Advocacy

• Find a Psychologist

• Psychology Today-Find a Therapist

• Healthgrades Social Worker Directory

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ARTICLES AND OTHER RESOURCES

• Coping After Terrorism for Injured Survivors (PDF)

• American Psychological Association-Helping Your Children Manage Distress in the Aftermath of a Shooting

• SAMHSA Tips for Talking with and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Event

• SAMHSA Dealing with the Effects of Trauma—A Self-Help Guide

• SAMHSA Tips for Survivors of a Traumatic Event

• SAMHSA How to Deal with Grief

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LITERATURE

• The Legacy Letters—Messages of Life and Hope from 9/11 Family Members

• Unmeasured Strength (9/11 memoir)

• You Will Not Have My Hate (2015 Paris, France attack memoir)

• Stronger (Boston Marathon attack memoir)

• Miss Gloria: A Survivor of Terrorism (U.S. embassy bombing in Kenya)

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