Summary Of In The Wake Of Disaster By Dr. Harold Koenig

In the Wake of Disaster by Dr. Harold Koenig, was written as a guide on how faith based organizations and world recognized organizations such as FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and Red Cross (p.17) can collaborate when a disaster strikes. It is before times of disasters that these organizations must come together to fully understand the scope of their capabilities as a team. There are many organizations that are called upon to assist such as mental health organizations when people’s lives are turned upside down by hurricanes, snow storms, bombings, earthquakes and other disasters. The stress of individuals directly affected by disaster can escalate other challenges if they are not addressed. It is important not to forget the local chaplains and
When disaster strikes, some may lose hope and begin to stress about what they have lost especially if it includes a loved one.
The faith based organizations as well as community members can offer assistance when the Federal agencies have gone on to assists other disasters. Local organization members are there every day to see the people in their local community, and have the capability to be utilized as a link to other services. Koenig points out that preparation before the disaster is as crucial as being able to organize and this must be done so there is a coordination of volunteers to help restore order (83). Volunteers must be coordinated in a manner that allows resources to be identified as well as offer rain alternative assistance in the wake of a disaster. The