COVID-19 Resources

Supporting Individuals, Families and Caregivers

Let's Connect

Connected Families is a chatroom for individuals and families to ask questions, share experiences and connect with others.

Questions

Do you have questions around supporting someone during COVID-19?

Submit your questions below.

Friendly Connections

A way for us to stay connected with you through fun deliveries, such as a postcard, a letter or just a simple email to say ‘Hi’!

Below you will find information and resources to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vaccine Information and Resources

This section includes information about the new COVID-19 vaccine, including videos, social stories, fact sheets and links to other helpful resources.

COVID-19 Information (Plain Language)

Here you will find plain language and accessible documents such as social stories and infographics that explain what COVID-19 is and how to stay safe during the pandemic.

Managing the
New Normal

As we enter yet another wave of the pandemic, there are a few things we can do to get us through such as staying connected, healthy and prepared.

Resources & Supports for Caregivers

This section contains information and resources for those caring for an individual with a developmental disability along with available supports for caregivers.

COVID-19 Healthcare Resources

This section contains resources to help you when accessing healthcare during the pandemic.

Mental Health & Wellness

ConnectABILITY.ca has compiled a list of mental health resources to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families during the pandemic.

Virtual Connections & Online Programming

It’s more important now than ever to build and maintain relationships and connections with others. Check out these virtual activities and programs to safely connect online.

Education & Learning At Home

Access resources to support distance learning and strategies to overcome barriers to online learning for students with developmental disabilities.

COVID-19 Financial Support

Learn about the different types of financial supports available to Canadians with developmental disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Helpful Websites

Browse through these helpful websites for resources designed specifically to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families during the pandemic.

A special thanks to the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services for their support in this project.

Do you have resources you’d like to share? Contact ConnectABILITY at support@connectability.ca.

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