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A video intended to help families support individuals with ASD, to understand COVID-19, practice better hygiene, & address anxieties.
Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism’s Disability and Inclusion Strategies During COVID-19
Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism’s Disability and Inclusion Strategies During COVID-19. This is a webinar video and transcript that discussses staying connected and informed, anxiety, domestic violence, self-care, dealing with school closures, stress, allergies and environmental factors when disinfecting, resources available to individuals on the Spectrum and families, and addressing concerns related to “regressing”.
How to Explain a Global Health Crisis to Children with Autism
A webpage for parents/caregivers describing important considerations for effective communication with children who have ASD.
COVID-19 Mythbusters by the World Health Organization (WHO)
COVID-19 Mythbusters by the World Health Organization (WHO). This website explores facts and myths related to COVID-19.
How to Talk to Kids About the Novel Coronavirus Without Scaring Them
This news article explores how parents can navigate conversations on COVID-19, model positive behaviour, and keep track of their child’s mental well-being.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Helping Kids with Autism Cope
This article describes how parents can help their child with ASD understand COVID-19 and adjust to changes.
Stay at Home Guide: 100s of Activities & Resource for Families on Pause
A webpage with activities ranging from physically active games to e-learning websites for children at home.
List of Resources to Help Us Through COVID-19
This page aggregates links towards health resources, COVID-19 funding, mental health, caregiver tips, First Nation, Metis and Inuit resources, learning at home, activities, and tips for adults.
Interim Guidance for COVID-19 Prevention & Control in Schools
This UNICEF report provides guidelines and recommendations for parents and education staff/administration which focus on reducing rates of transmission in school settings.
Dealing with COVID19 – Resource for special educators, therapists, & families
This site is a compilation of videos and graphics referenced from other sources, covering a wide range of topics related to COVID19.
Tips on handwashing, including visuals
Tips on handwashing, including visuals.
A COVID-19 guide written in plain language about staying home
A COVID-19 guide written in plain language about staying home, and staying connected.
An Information Guide on Viruses
An information guide on viruses and staying healthy by Council for Intellectual Disability.
An info-graphic on social distancing
An info-graphic on social distancing.
School of Strength
Workout made accessible: clear instructions, warm ups, flexibility exercises, fitness videos, nutritional advice and more.
Many Benefits of Sensory Gardens
An article for parents that describes how to plant your own sensory garden and how each element can be designed to stimulate each of the senses for their children.
A social story explaining pandemics and COVID-19 by Carol Gray
A social story explaining pandemics and COVID-19 by Carol Gray.
Teaching handwashing to Children with a Developmental Disability
This webpage provides a comprehensive step-by-step guide on how to prompt/establish proper hand hygiene practices.
Coronavirus – Staying Safe
An easy to read infographic for children, that discusses the similarity of COVID-19 to the flu alongside handwashing practices.
How coronavirus is affecting kids on the spectrum and their parents (in quarantine)
A news-story of families with a child with ASD & some tips on how to manage changes.
A Visual Hand Washing Schedule
A visual hand washing schedule by HANDS in Autism: Interdisciplinary Training & Resource Center.
Staying Sane at home with your Kiddos: For families with older children and teens
Info, ideas, activities, online learning opportunities and testimonies about staying at home with older children and adolescents on the spectrum.
Our Great Big List of COVID-19 for Autistic People
This page provides resources and links on communication, coping skills, online meetups, how to self-advocate, financial aid, and tips for parents/caregivers.
A YouTube video by Oregon Department of Human Services on COVID-19
A YouTube video by Oregon Department of Human Services on COVID-19 and how to protect yourself.
How to wash hands properly to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by the Government of Canada
How to wash hands properly to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by the Government of Canada. This resources includes visual references.
How do you talk about COVID-19 to people with intellectual disabilities?
How to talk about COVID-19 without creating unnecessary fear. What to say and not to say to provide clear information about the current situation.
A social story explaining uncertainty about the future around school
A social story explaining uncertainty about the future around school and outings by Carol Gray.
Advice for Caregivers of Children with Disabilities in the Era of COVID-19
This is an article by the American Psychological Association for parents, which provides readers with strategies to minimize stress, communicate effectively, and reassure one’s child.
How to Talk to your Kids About the COVID-19 Outbreak
This article explores when to broach the subject, how to facilitate the initial conversation, and what key topics to bring up.
Tips on COVID-19 and pandemics by Sesame Street
Tips on COVID-19 and pandemics by Sesame Street for verbal and non-verbal children with autism.
COVID-19 Information & Resource
This webpage by Autism Speaks Canada explores general information on COVID-19, hygiene practices, caring for someone who has been infected, handling school closures, and other national resources.
Gardening – People with Disabilities
This article explores the skills developed through gardening and how to best facilitate this activity for those with disabilities.
Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus
The article provides guidance for parents on how to navigate the initial conversations with their child about COVID-19 and how to maintain clear communication afterwards.
Talking with Chidlren About Coronavirus Disease 2019
This article for parents & professionals explores general principles for talking with children and important facts about COVID-19 to include in the discussion.
A guide on conducting speech therapy interventions at home
A guide on conducting speech therapy interventions at home for infants and toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents, and young adults.
An article on coping with uncertainty during COVID-19
An article on coping with uncertainty during COVID-19.
List of Resources to Help Us Through COVID19
A resource webpage exploring activities, caregiver tips, financial aid, mental health, First Nations & Inuit resources, and adult resources.
Provides resources and ideas for families and educators of children with autism
Provides resources and ideas for families and educators of children with autism. This site contains many illustrated stories for children on topics related to COVID-19.
COVID-19 Response: Considerations for Chidlren & Adults with Disabilities
This article discusses how adults & children with disabilities may be disproportionately at risk. Suggestions for how to minimize risk at a person, organizational, and societal level are provided.
Supporting Children With Autism During the Coronavirus Outbreak
This article from the Child Mind Institute discusses emergency planning, routines/schedules, environmental arranging, & maintaining progress.
The World Federation of the Deaf has information about COVID-19
The World Federation of the Deaf has information about COVID-19 in International Sign Language.
UNC team creates online toolkit for those supporting individuals with autism during COVID-19 epidemic
Helpful practical strategies in an autism-focused COVID-19 Toolkit, Introduces strategies such as social narratives, task analysis and strategies for calming.
5 Coronavirus Coping Tips for Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum
This article provides parents with 5 ways to support their child with autism.
Tips on how to clean your home during the COVID-19 pandemic
Tips on how to clean your home during the COVID-19 pandemic from The New York Times.
A social story on the importance of washing hands by Carol Gray
A social story on the importance of washing hands by Carol Gray.
A social story by Dr. Siobhan Timmins about learning about COVID-19
A social story by Dr. Siobhan Timmins about learning about COVID-19.
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
A Public Health Agency of Canada Website with general information on COVID-19 relating to current events, personal health, financial/economic support, & safety considerations.
Stay at Home Guide: 100s of Activities & Resource for Families on Pause
A webpage with activities ranging from physically active games to e-learning websites for children at home.
A blog containing tips on autism and COVID-19
A blog containing tips on autism and COVID-19.
Social Stories for Kids About COVID-19
This page describes how to use age-appropriate “social stories” educate children on COVID-19. 4 links to different social stories are provided.
30 ideas to entertain yourself during social distancing
30 ideas and even more links to entertain yourself during social distancing: streaming services, activities, games, online learning, virtual tours.
A guide by Canadian Association for Community Living on the impact of COVID-19 on jobs
A guide by Canadian Association for Community Living on the impact of COVID-19 on jobs.
An article written by an individual on the spectrum on social distancing
An article written by an individual on the spectrum on social distancing and the strengths of individuals with autism.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
This article offers 3 steps to navigate a conversation about COVID-19 with children and 4 ways to encourage good hygiene practice.
How Nature Therapy can Benefit Children with Disabilities
The article explores how nature therapy can reduce stress levels, increase self-awareness, & help develop sensory skills for children with disabilities.
COVID-19 Resource for Canadian Youth with Disabilities, Their Families, & Support Teams
A webpage with links to general COVID-19 information, leisure activities, online community to join, and other educational materials.
How to Talk to Children About the Coronavirus
This article discusses how much information on COVID-19 a parent should disclose, common questions children may have, and how to reassure children while modelling calmness.
Autism Yukon Interactive Discussion
Starting on May 19th, Autism Yukon, in partnership with the Sinneave Family Foundation, is launching an online interactive discussion for parents, youth, and young adults exploring the unique challenges of the transition to adulthood. Spots are limited.
How to Care for a Person with COVID-19 at Home: Advice for Caregivers
A Public Health Agency of Canada website with practice advice on reducing risks of transmission for caregivers.