Autism Waiver (AW) & Coronavirus (COVID-19) Frequently Asked Questions
On January 25, 2021, AW providers and Service Coordinators (SCs) received updated guidance that given an announcement from the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) the PHE would likely be extended through 2021; the Appendix K flexibilities will remain in place at this time and likely through calendar year 2021.In response to this new and exciting news, we have received a number of questions from AW SCs and providers. The following guidance has been prepared by the MSDE and MDH to address frequently asked questions.
Autism Waiver (AW) & Coronavirus (COVID-19) Frequently Asked Questions
Social Story: Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine
The Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities at Kennedy Krieger Institute is part of a national collaboration to create a virtual “Center for Dignity in Healthcare for People with Disabilities.” The Center created the attached plain language social story regarding getting the vaccine.
Social Story: Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine
Spanish
Social Story: Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine - Chinese
Social Story: Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine - French
Social Story: Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine - Russian
Social Story: Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine - Haitian Creole
