Support Children When it Matters Most
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The Missing Piece of Crisis Response
In high-stress situations, adults are often focused on physical safety—but a child’s emotional safety matters just as much. Nest equips adults with simple, practical strategies to help children feel safe, supported, and stabilized in the moments that follow.
Nest is a portable, quick-reference resource designed for real-world crisis situations.
It helps adults respond to children with clarity and confidence—without requiring training, preparation, or specialized expertise.
- Simple, trauma-informed framework (Notice, Empathize, Support, Transition)
- Designed for immediate use in high-stress moments
- Practical language adults can use right away
- Applicable across settings—from homes to schools to emergency response
18 crisis scenario responses
Research-based
No training required
Available digitally & in hardcopy
Who is Nest for?
Nest is designed for any adult supporting children during high-stress situations.
Programs & Community Organziations
Provide staff with a simple, ready-to-use tool that strengthens crisis response without adding training burden.
Schools & Educators
Equip staff to support students during and after emotionally intense incidents.
Home Visiting & Family Support
Help staff respond confidently when children experience distress in the home.
First Responders & Community Safety Teams
Support child-involved incidents with guidance that goes beyond physical safety.
Why Nest Works
When a child experiences a crisis, how adults respond in those first moments can shape how the child copes, recovers, and feels moving forward.
Many systems are built to secure physical safety—but lack clear guidance for emotional support.
Nest translates trauma-informed practices into simple, immediate actions that can be used in real-world situations to:
Reduce fear and overwhelm in children
Support emotional regulation during crisis
Improve cooperation and de-escalation
Protect long-term emotional well-being
Connect With Great Kids
Phone:
1-800-906-5581
Email:
info@greatkidsinc.net
