The Family Resource Network of Ohio is dedicated to providing resources to assist individuals with developmental disabilities and their families during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. On this page, you’ll find information about COVID-19 vaccinations, precautions for individuals with developmental disabilities, frequently asked questions, and more.

COVID-19 Updates

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Releases Two Reports on Long COVID

Click this Link to  see the entire report: view.connect.hhs.gov

Resources for IDD Families Dealing with COVID

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COVID-19 Vaccine

Vaccination reduces your risk of getting COVID-19 and can prevent serious illness even if you do get COVID. Hundreds of millions of people have received the vaccine, and they are safe and effective for both adults and children. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your family, friends, and community.

Learn more here

Resources

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) remains dedicated to health and public safety as the department responds to coronavirus (COVID-19).

» What COVID 19 Means for Families

» Covid Information By and For People with Disabilities

» Well Aware: Tips for The DD Community During COVID-19

» Safeguard against Discrimination

Family Resource Network is dedicated to providing resources to assist families during these challenging and complex times. We will be providing resources from the CDC as well as other sources for your use.

» Coronavirus/Cold/Flu Symptom Checklist

» Toolkit for People with Disabilities

» What To Do If You Are Sick

» Symptoms and Testing

» How to Protect Yourself

» Manage Anxiety and Stress

» Get Your Household Ready for Covid-19

Find the latest guidelines from The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) using the links below.

» Covid 19 Vaccination Program

» ODH: Coronavirus.ohio.gov

» Coping with COVID 19 Anxiety

» Children/Youth with Special Healthcare Needs – COVID-19 Checklist

» COVID-19 Vaccine Information in Plain Language

» Plain Language Covid-19 Explanation

» Using Mindfulness during a Pandemic

» Clear Language: Join a Zoom Meeting from an Email Message

» Clear Language: Set Up Sound and Video in Zoom

» Clear Language: Zoom Meeting Controls and Buttons

» Clear Language:  Zoom Video Meeting Social Rules

Learn how you and your family can stay safe, along with the latest information and resources, using the links below.

» How Teenagers Can Protect Their Mental Health During Coronavirus

» Questions and Answers on Providing Services to Children With Disabilites During the Coronavirus

» Supporting Individuals with Autism through Uncertain Times

» How to Cope With Disrupted Family Routines During COVID-19 VIDEO

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