In Response to the Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting: Community Resources – Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

edderkopper:

Pittsburgh friends, the local library has put together a list of resources for those dealing with the aftermath of the shooting. They may update it as new info comes in, but for those who can’t click through, here’s the info as of 10/27.

We are deeply saddened by the tragedy in Squirrel
Hill. All Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh locations are open for regular
business hours for community members to gather, grieve and support one
another during this terrible time. Our hearts are with our community and
the family and friends of those involved.

Our librarians are compiling information and resources related to
Saturday’s tragic events and the grief and healing that will follow.

Ways to seek help or show support:

• An FBI assistance line for families is set up at 412.432.4400.
• Update (10/27/18 6:30pm): The victim’s assistance center has been
  moved to the Jewish Community Center in Squirrel Hill. Please call
  412.342.4400 for more information.
• The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh is a great resource and will be supporting the community
• Vitalant, formerly Central Blood Bank, is asking people who can donate blood do so at one of their centers.

Resources to provide guidance for child care providers,
parents, caregivers and others with the aftermath of mass shootings and
other acts of violence:

• childcarearware.org
• samhsa.gov
• pbs.org/parents/talkingwithkids
• apa.org/helpcenter/talking-to-children

Resources to cope with grief in the aftermath of a shooting:

• counseling.org
• Modern Loss: Candid Conversation About Grief
• Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness: Practices for Safe and Transformative Healing

We will continue to update this page with links to additional information.
     

           

In Response to the Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting: Community Resources – Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh