Parent Guides for Face Mask Use
PPMD has created a factsheet with helpful hints for getting your child to wear a face mask.
The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School created these resources for parents to support their children in wearing face masks.
¿Estoy listo para que mi hijo asista a la escuela en persona?
Esta lista de verificación se puede utilizar para ayudarlo a decidir si se siente cómodo con que su hijo regrese a la escuela en persona. Discuta sus preocupaciones con elproveedor de atención médica de su hijo y el equipo escolar.
Consejos útiles para las mascarillas faciales
Su hijo puede sentirse incómodo o asustado al usar una mascarilla. Use esta hoja de consejos para aprender por qué las mascarillas faciales son importantes, cómo ayudar a su hijoa adaptarse a usar una y cómo puede hacer fácilmente una mascarilla en casa.
Self-Care
We cannot stress enough the importance of self-care, especially in times like these. Use this fact sheet to understand the basics of self-care.
What Military Families Need to Know about COVID-19
The National Military Family Association has created a hub of information for military families regarding COVID-19. This website is updated regularly.
Resources for the Rare Disease Community
The following fact sheet was adapted from the webinar, “A Rare Response: Addressing the COVID-19 Pandemic” sponsored by National Organization for Rare Diseases (NORD) on March 31, 2020
DD Council Resources
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council has created a resource to support families engage in virtual meetings. View this resource here in English and Spanish.
TOP 10 TIPS for Distance Learning for Young Children
Use this resource to learn tips for distance learning if you have young children.
MD Departments of Disabilities and Health Issue Guidance for Patients with Disabilities
On May 11th, the Maryland Department of Disabilities and Department of Health issued joint departmental guidance on access to supports for patients with disabilities in hospital settings during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Telehealth Services: Webinar and Companion Resources
Watch this PPMD webinar to learn about telehealth during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Use these companion resources to view guides and other information about telehealth.
Updated Coronavirus Links for MD Dept of Health and MSDE
Update Information on Coronavirus Pandemic in Maryland to include the Maryland Department of Health
The Maryland State Department of Education: closure of all public schools in Maryland for an additional four weeks through April 24, 2020
Wrightslaw Q&A on FAPE and Coronavirus
Wrightslaw just put out a newly published resource to answer questions about IEPs, IEP meetings and evaluations, and additional resources for at home support.