Many children have questions and can feel uneasy when emergencies occur in their communities. Together, we can help children learn about important community helpers in a calm and fun environment, so when an emergency strikes, children will understand who to look for and how to help. Created by WUCF in Florida, Meet the Helpers is a new public media initiative designed to introduce children to public safety careers and to assist them with emergency preparedness. Watch the video overview and find resources below.
SCETV received grant funding to provide community engagement and conduct research around stress management and anxiety for young children in times of crises. The Education team is in the process of selecting participants for the research and will share additional details as they unfold.
Videos: Meet the Helpers
Overview
Meet the Helpers is designed to introduce “helpers” and explain the role they play in emergency situations.
Firefighter
Firefighters are on the scene in minutes to put out fires and help people and animals escape.
Lineworker
A lineworker constructs and maintains electric power lines, including cable, internet and phone.
Meteorologist
Meteorologists help people prepare for potentially dangerous weather-related emergencies.
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