The First 48 Hours: Spiritual Caregivers as First Responders

The first 48 hours are critical to the recovery of trauma victims.First responders make the difference between life and death for trauma victims. But what is often not recognized is that when disaster strikes, spiritual caregivers are often among those first on the scene. For these caregivers response should also help propel survivors toward positive transformation. This book focuses on critical responses that are key in the aftermath of natural disaster, community violence, personal injury, and crime. These basics include: the power of presence, safety, assessment and triage, how we help, putting the pieces together, telling the story, hope, and caring in the long haul.

Author: Jennifer S. Cisney, Kevin L. Ellers
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Published: 09/01/2009
Pages: 145
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9781426700149
ISBN10: 1426700148
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Christian Ministry | Counseling & Recovery
- Religion | Christian Ministry | Pastoral Resources