12/14/2012-Tragedy at the Sandy Hook Elementary School, Newtown, Connecticut

The Connecticut CISM Team, Inc. is currently managing/coordinating the CISM Response within the state for this tragic incident.

-They are a seasoned and well-disciplined team.

-The leadership know their limits and they know when to ask for supplemental resources.

-They have set up their integrated Incident Command System.

-They are performing the necessary field and personnel assessments.

-They are developing the appropriate time lines and actions (CISM Interventions) as anticipated and needed.

-ICISF shall be in constant contact with their Command Post the next several days.

To that end, there is NO need nor formal request for outside assistance at the present time. Please do not add to an already hectic situation by self-deploying.

Should you have the skill set and willingness to potentially assist in the next several days, you may e-mail me at   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and provide:

Your Name:

Contact Information:

CISM Skill Sets:

Special/Supplemental Skill Sets:

ICISF shall develop a list of agencies/personnel that Connecticut CISM may reach out to if needed.

Links that may be useful:

Helping Children and Adolescents Cope with Violence and Disasters

Thank you for your interest in CISM and ICISF.

Warmest regards,

Donald R. Howell

Executive Director