This created a sense of uncertainty and insecurity. This carries over into recovery. Children hear that things will be different from now on but don't really know what that will mean. Establishing routines in the household is a good first step in the direction of giving children a sense of order and security. They'll know what is expected of them and what will be happening.
Routines can help a child re-establish a sense of trust and cooperation.
This will result in long term benefit s for the family and will require short term effort and follow through on the part of the parent. You could.pick the easiest one to start with. At a calm time discuss the problem with the children. Involve the children in the plan. List all the tasks involved.