Support for Children and Families Affected by Trauma
This act aims to improve the identification and support for children and families who have experienced trauma. It introduces new grant programs for communities, hospitals, and schools to better assist individuals affected by violence, addiction, or difficult living conditions. It also increases funding for existing support networks and professional training, which should lead to better care and prevention of negative consequences of trauma in citizens' daily lives.
Key points
New grants for local organizations to create support programs for communities affected by trauma, prioritizing areas with high rates of violence, poverty, or addiction.
Support for hospitals in developing programs to prevent readmissions for patients after overdoses, suicide attempts, or injuries resulting from violence.
Increased funding for the National Child Traumatic Stress Network and mental health support programs in schools.
Training programs for teachers, healthcare providers, and law enforcement to better recognize and respond to trauma in children and youth.
Establishment of a coordinating center for law enforcement to train officers on how to interact with children and youth affected by trauma.
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