On Oct 9th 2024, Hurricane Milton arrived on the gulf coast of Florida bringing terrifying winds and flooding. Many were still recovering from Hurricane Helene.

Nurses in Southwest Florida are living, working and breathing in the aftermath of tragedy.

They are navigating the cumulative care taking trauma against the backdrop of 2 natural disasters. They are doing the best they can to care for themselves while simultaneously caring for others.

All the while trudging through the intense emotions of loss, grief and exhaustion.

You can still have power, water, food and wifi and need support.

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A message from Tara, the founding, Executive Director,

"As a SWFL resident, Punta Gorda and the surrounding areas are my home. Before my days Debriefing the Front Lines, I have worked at both Lee Health and Florida Gulf Coast University. As a result of my roots here, over 32% of the nurses receiving support via formal Debriefing and our Daily Communication Initiative live and work in Southwest Florida.

This Recovery Fund will enable nurses to request assistance in 4 categories

1) Supplies

2) Financial Support

3) Debriefings

4) Onsite Peer Support Nov 20 - 24 in collaboration with nonprofit colleague, Rekindled Nurse, we will be delivering gifts of acknowledgment to storm weary nurses. Send a feel good, self care item to a nurse.

We are a small grass roots organization with a commUNITY capable of making a profound impact. We are asking for your help. Please donate generously in support of our beloved commUNITY in Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Cape Coral and Fort Myers."

Debriefing the Front Lines, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, donations are tax deductible. Tax ID: 85-2964914

After donating you will receive a note of gratitude and receipt, please keep this for tax purposes.

Hurricane Milton Emergency Response

Debriefing the Front Lines is raising money for a recovery fund to help SWFL nurses.

Team Members