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Disaster Services - MO Department of Mental Health

@DMHDisaster

The Office of Disaster Services conducts planning and development activities to support mental health for the state of Missouri.

 Jefferson City, MO
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Joined November 2012
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Holidays can be tough for individuals for a variety of reasons. If you find yourself needing a listening ear that won't be sitting around your family dinner table, reach out to 988. This free, confidential service isn't just for those in crisis. You can reach out to 988 any time.
For a listening ear not around the dinner table, reach out to 988. Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Missouri.

ALT For a listening ear not around the dinner table, reach out to 988. Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Missouri.

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The Behavioral Health Strike Team (BHST) has the unique opportunity to collaborate with Public Safety and @MoSEMA_ to bring critical behavioral health support to planned deployments and unplanned disasters. If you're intersted in joining the BHST, visit dmh.mo.gov/disaster-services….
Join the BHST

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Water levels are on the rise again in parts of the state due to the heavy rainfall we’ve received over the last few days. Here’s your reminder to find an alternative route if there’s water over the roadway!
Turn around. Don’t drown.

ALT Turn around. Don’t drown.

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Practicing evacuation routes, packing a kit with essential items, and microchipping are just some of the ways you can prepare service animals for emergencies. Learn more about preparing for evacuation with your service animal in this helpful video: youtube.com/watch?v=Nx0fyQUM…
Disaster Preparation is key. Make a kit for yourself and your animal. Office of Disaster Services.

ALT Disaster Preparation is key. Make a kit for yourself and your animal. Office of Disaster Services.

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Calling all teachers! As a thank you for all you do, we've designed microlessons that you can apply in your everyday life. Sign up for texts and emails today! dmh.mo.gov/wellness/teachwel…
TeachWell. Wellness Exercises for Educators. Sign Up.

ALT TeachWell. Wellness Exercises for Educators. Sign Up.

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Watch these short videos that provide practical tools to understand trauma, promote resilience, manage stress, and prioritize wellness in the face of a demanding career. dmhmolearning.com/courses/fi…
Mental health for first responders. Office of Disaster Services.

ALT Mental health for first responders. Office of Disaster Services.

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The FIFA World Cup is making its way to Kansas City, Missouri June 11th - July 19th. What does this mean for Missourians? Visit our page for more on the World Cup and how you can prepare for this exciting event! dmh.mo.gov/disaster-services…
Preparedness for 2026 FIFA World Cup. Office of Disaster Services logo.

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Respectful communication about mental health is especially important during times of transition or rebuilding after a tragedy or disaster. Compassionate words signal safety when people need it most. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
Speaking with compassion makes a difference. Mental Health Awareness month.

ALT Speaking with compassion makes a difference. Mental Health Awareness month.

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Disaster preparedness is for everyone! We have guides designed to help providers and individuals plan for disasters, as well as interactive video guides. Find everything you need to plan here: dmhmolearning.com/courses/di…
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Just like individuals need a plan to respond to disasters, business need one as well. Use this resource to develop hazard-specific plans: ready.gov/business/toolkits
Build preparedness into your organization.

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Meet Blaze! Blaze is a golden retriever who is currently working on completing his Canine Good Citizen training. Once complete, he will go through task training. When Blaze reaches 1 year old, he will start his formal Disaster Therapy dog training!
Blaze: service dog in training

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Pedro is back to help your littles be prepared for a flood! ow.ly/riBz50YAGtK
Prepare with pedro for a flood.

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The Disaster Preparedness for Individuals guide features printable disability alert cards. These can be a critical communication tool for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Find printable versions of the cards here: dmhmolearning.com/courses/di…
Disaster preparedness for individuals. Graphic features a picture of the disability alert cards. If you have a disability, you can fill out the card and keep it to hand out as needed. The card featured is for someone who is blind or low vision and have a space for an emergency contact name and phone number.

ALT Disaster preparedness for individuals. Graphic features a picture of the disability alert cards. If you have a disability, you can fill out the card and keep it to hand out as needed. The card featured is for someone who is blind or low vision and have a space for an emergency contact name and phone number.

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It's storm season in Missouri! Severe weather doesn't wait until you're in your storm shelter with everything you need. You should always have a plan for severe weather and know where you might go if a tornado pops up.
Weather safety. Where do I shelter during a tornado?

ALT Weather safety. Where do I shelter during a tornado?

If you're on the road, find shelter under an awning, a carwash, or other structure. DO NOT park under an overpass.

ALT If you're on the road, find shelter under an awning, a carwash, or other structure. DO NOT park under an overpass.

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If you're in public, put as many walls between you and the outside as possible. Get as low to the ground as possible.

ALT If you're in public, put as many walls between you and the outside as possible. Get as low to the ground as possible.

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Check out the Disaster Preparedness for Individuals and Disaster Preparedness for Providers guides that features fillable sections to facilitate in planning. Get the guides: dmhmolearning.com/courses/di…
Disaster Preparedness for Individuals and Providers. Preparing for disasters in advance helps individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and providers respond safely, confidently, and effectively when the unexpected happens.

ALT Disaster Preparedness for Individuals and Providers. Preparing for disasters in advance helps individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and providers respond safely, confidently, and effectively when the unexpected happens.

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