NEW YORK CITY (WABC) — Nearly six months after Hurricane Maria slammed into Puerto Rico, many are still facing a long road to recovery. Now, New York City is launching a new initiative to help residents.
First Lady Chirlane McCray and Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Dr. Herminia Palacio on Tuesday announced the deployment of a 12-person team of mental and behavioral health experts from the health department to train school staff across Puerto Rico in psychological first aid for students who have experienced trauma and emotional challenges.
Additionally, the Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City will provide a grant of $100,000 to the Hispanic Federation’s UNIDOS Program to increase mental health services in Puerto Rico as part of the city’s support to recovery efforts in the island.
The Hispanic Federation’s UNIDOS Disaster Relief and Recovery Program will match the Mayor’s Fund grant, bringing the total new support for community health centers …