Cassandra Richardson, a dedicated mental health professional and social worker with over 25 years of experience, recently (January 2024) took on the role of Director of Victim Support Services (VSS)…
Cassandra Richardson: A Need for Empathy and Systemic Change
Return to Happiness
Trauma-sensitive support at schools started after Irma After the devastation of hurricane Irma in 2017, more psychosocial support was needed in schools. This led to the implementation of the Return…
Teens sharing the mental imprint left by a hurricane
The book Hurricanes and Rainbows comprises a series of stories written by teenagers on Sint Maarten. The project, initiated by psychologist Caroline van Oost and the White and Yellow Cross…
Providing a sanctuary for children
“The first step is believing that you can do better. The second is not listening to others when they say you can’t,” states Jessica Richardson-Lake. As a mother, pastor, teacher…
Saving lives with hurricane shelters
During a disaster, Chantale Groeneveldt and her colleagues coordinate everything related to equipping, opening and coordinating the hurricane shelters. People in need also receive referrals to emergency supplies and services,…