Hey everyone, there is a mental health resource available online called Huddol and in response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) they are offering free counseling and coaching supports to caregivers.
Check it out, and pass it on!
Plain Language Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
Hi everyone:
Please see this link for some plain language information on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. This comes from the Green Mountain Self Advocates group in Vermont.
A wonderful resource, thanks to Margaret and COPCS for passing this along.
Privacy laws check-in
Hey everyone, privacy laws have been a big topic of discussion recently and so we are checking in with a few updates. You can read about the new order that temporarily allows more use of communications and collaborative software tools in response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) here. These temporary measures are needed to support “social distancing” (i.e. working from home).
Here are some more details you may want to check in on for yourself or your work:
Hi, Just reminder about Privacy Laws during this time and what has now been passed: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020CITZ0005-000588
When using Facetime, Zoom, non government Skype and such other technology; remember to have permission from the individual first. And if you are using technology for a meeting with staff do not record the meeting, do not use first and last names, SIN, DOB, addresses. Be mindful that all of these platforms collect people’s information. This includes your IP address, email, network provider, location as well as any aspect of the call.
Cari Havens, Quality Service Analyst (CLBC) – March 30, 2020
Thanks to Cari for passing this along.
Great Coronavirus (COVID-19) resource for those living with Austism
Hi all:
Jessica from CLBC passed along this link that we thought we’d pass along to you. It’s from the UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute Autism Team and the resource is called Supporting Individuals with Autism through Uncertain Times.
Check the website out here and the full packet of the resource here.
Stay safe!
A couple of plain language Coronavirus (COVID-19) resources – UPDATED
Hi all:
Check out these resources from HSCL about staying safe during the Coronavirus pandemic. Thanks Marni at CLBC for passing these along.
UPDATE: Kathy has narrated My Plan For Being Safe and staying for those who would benefit to have the audio of this book presented to them. Thanks Kathy!
New Coronavirus (COVID-19) assessment app
Hi all:
Got a smartphone? The very helpful (apparently accessed 1.5 million times) assessment tool developed by the Gov’t of BC is available as an app for your phone.
Stay safe!
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources (posAbilities)
Hi y’all
We hope that you are all staying safe and well.
posAbilities has collected and passed on these resources for people living with a developmental disability about the Coronavirus. A great set of tools (thanks posAbilities!) to help explain, in a social story format, what it is and what to do.
Stay safe!
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Assessment Tool
Hey everyone:
We hope that you are staying safe and taking necessary precautions to prevent getting/ transmitting this bug.
Take care of yourselves!
INFO: CLBC webpage for updates on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Hey everyone, please take a minute to check out CLBC’s webpage here. CLBC is posting regular updates when they have new information, resources, and strategies to help us all stay healthy.
You can also find everything we have posted on our website, by choosing “Coronavirus (COVID-19)” from the Categories drop-down menu on the right-hand side of this page.
Wash Your Hands!
Correct hand washing is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infection, virus and disease. WorkSafe BC provides a great video on correct hand washing technique. Check it out:
