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Office of Mental Health

Information for Healthcare Professionals and Frontline Workers

Healthcare and frontline workers face stress everyday as part of their jobs - from working long hours to the pressures of caring and protecting others. During a disaster event, these demands are amplified. And while they are trained to handle these challenges no one is immune to the long-term effects of stress and trauma.

It’s important to manage stress and learn effective ways to cope with the experiences associated with the profession. Protecting your mental health not only benefits you, but also the community you serve.

Self-Care Tips for Frontline Workers
An infographic with wellness tips for NY's frontline workers.

Managing Stress for Disaster Responders and First Responders
This guide provides a framework for stress management strategies for responders and their leadership.

NAMI Frontline Professionals
Information and helpful resources for frontline professionals as part of NAMI’s #FirstRespondersFirst initiative.

Grief Counseling Resource Guide
A field manual for professionals who encounter individuals reacting to trauma related grief.

Psychological First Aid Manual
A guide for mental health interventions in the immediate aftermath of a disaster or terrorism event.