Children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) may be experiencing the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic a little stronger than most of us. A disruption in routine or access to certain activities and appointments can be especially worrisome for those living with IDD. The CDC has shared specific ways that support providers can prepare in the event that you or your family contract the virus.
Plan what you will do if you or your direct support gets sick.
Create a contact list of family, friends, neighbors and local service agencies that can provide support in case you or your direct support provider becomes ill or unavailable.
Plan at least two ways of communicating.
Create a list using contact information from home and work that can be used rapidly in an emergency, including landline phone, cell phone, text-messaging, and emaili. Keep this list with you at all times.
Have enough household items and groceries for at least 30 days.
Stock up on household items as well as over-the-counter and prescription medicines and ay other medical equipment or supplies that you may need.
