No appointments are necessary. Eight sessions will be offered free of charge, followed by sessions on a sliding-scale basis. Free sessions are available for law-enforcement officials, emergency medical personnel, doctors, nurses, mortuary technicians, clergy and counselors for mental health and schools. The sessions assist professionals with their own stress resulting from interacting with those affected by the shooting. The 24-hour hotline is open to all members of the community and is directed in particular toward people affected directly or indirectly by the Columbine tragedy.
Advice is offered on subjects including how to talk with children or with witnesses of the event.
The service will be offered through May 20. Many other local and national organizations are offering counseling. Two support groups are available, one for teens and one for adults. Concerned Women for America of Colorado is organizing a phone tree for prayer among its local members. The Denver Post.