Project C.O.P.E. is here to help you cope so you never lose hope.
Veterans Support
Trauma/Violence Prevention & Intervention
Suicide Prevention
Domestic Abuse Prevention
Employment Assistance
Grief And Loss
Health Services
Housing/Shelter
Legal Services
Mental Health/Counseling Services
Food and Meals
Tax Assistance
Child Care/Early Learning
Disaster Planning & Recovery
Re-establish a routine and remember, feelings can come and go in waves. You and your family may be moody and withdrawn at certain times, frozen with grief and fear at other times. There’s no “right” or “wrong” way to feel after a traumatic event so don’t try to dictate what you/your family should be thinking or feeling.
What communities do you belong to and how can you sustain contact with a sense of balance? Asking yourself these questions and finding small ways to build connections can go a long way in fostering resilience.
Repetitious thinking or viewing horrific images over and over can overwhelm your nervous system, making it harder to think clearly. Partake in activities that keep your mind occupied (read, watch a movie, cook, play with your kids), so you’re not dedicating all your energy and attention to the traumatic event.
Making big life decisions about home, work, or family while traumatized will only increase the stress in your life. If possible, try to wait until life has settled down, you’ve regained your emotional balance, and you’re better able to think clearly.
