Providing Emergency Support
If you need help or have something to offer to those in need,
please write to support@arica.org.
CONTRIBUTIONS
Please contribute to disaster relief through our GoFundMe.
Send a Wave of Divine Love.
RESOURCES
The deadline for applying for FEMA assistance is March 10, 2025
See the FEMA page for more information.
American Red Cross
American Red Cross writes:
We’re committed to providing individuals affected by the devastating wildfires with safe shelter, access to food, basic health services, and emotional support. If you’ve been affected, and lived within the fire perimeters of Eaton, Palisades, Hurst, or Kenneth, you may complete an application for financial assistance by calling
1-800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Note: Red Cross assistance is separate from FEMA, but contributions from any sources identified as “rebuilding” funds will be added up to ensure there isn’t a duplication of benefits
Trauma Training
This free, 1-hour, self-paced course teaches evidence-based self-regulation techniques to help professional and volunteer responders build resilience, protect against burnout, secondary traumatization and help those they serve after man-made or natural disasters.
Although designed for first responders, humanitarian workers, and volunteers to help build resilience and protect against burnout, this free course is open to anyone.
You will find the mini‑course at:
www.heartmath.org/resources/courses/trauma/
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Advice from Katie Arrington
Recovery and Resiliency Program Manager
Initial Support Advice – January 14, 2025
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers – January 15, 2025
Advice from Donna Granata
Facebook post by Donna Granata
Resource Links from Sybil Boutilier
Sr. Analyst Public Policy, Legislation & Programs at City & County of San Francisco
Self-Help And Recovery Exchange (SHARE!)
SHARE! is hosting Disaster Support Groups in-person and online. These free meetings aim to provide a safe, compassionate space for individuals to process their experiences and emotions during these difficult times.
See also their Collaborative Housing service.
The Arica School at Facebook
Our private group for training graduates at Facebook is a helpful resource for keeping in touch with Aricans affected by the fires in Southern California. Follow these steps to join the group:
- Log in at the Arica Store
- Make note of your Arica ID displayed under Account Details
- Log in at Facebook and search for “Arica School”
- Apply to join the group
- Answer the questions, including your Arica ID
The group moderator will set up your access.
Other Advice
Advice from the artificial intelligence service at Perplexity.ai.
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