Extreme weather events often lead to fatalities and a variety of health impacts on vulnerable populations, including impacts on mental health such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. The phone-based Disaster App from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services helps responders provide quality support to survivors.

From the home screen, users can navigate to pre-deployment preparation, on-the-ground assistance, and post-deployment resources. Tools to support survivors include tip sheets, a directory and mapping of area behavioral health service providers, a directory of publications that can be shared through text or email, and other resources for use in the field. Self-care support for responders is available at all stages of deployment.

The SAMHSA Disaster App is available for Android, iPhone, and Blackberry devices.