COVID-19 and HIPAA Resources
Updated: March 26, 2020
Plain Language Booklet on Coronavirus
Spanish Plain Language Booklet on Coronavirus
https://selfadvocacyinfo.org/resource/plain-language-information-on-covid-19-spanish-version/
This easy to read booklet about the Coronavirus is written in both English and Spanish. It was written by and for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). It focuses on “need to know” information (not “nice to know” information). Please share it widely.
How to Explain COVID-19 to a Child with Anxiety.
https://www.additudemag.com/explain-coronavirus-covid-19-anxiety-adhd-child/
Social Story on COVID-19
COVID 19 Resource:
Coronavirus (COVID-19): What to Talk About with Your Child
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/caring-autism/202003/cronavirus-covid-19-what-talk-about-your-childhttps://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/museum-virtual-tour
COVID-19 & HIPAA Bulletin:
HHS has released some new guidance regarding limited waivers of HIPAA sanctions and penalties during this incident, including telehealth. If you have questions about this guidance, please contact your counsel. If you don't have local counsel, Dawn Croinin (dawn.ocroinin@maryland.gov), may be able to assist you with some general questions related to this guidance.
https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hipaa-and-covid-19-limited-hipaa-waiver-bulletin-508.pdf
We ask that partners share 2-1-1 Maryland with your community stakeholders through your social media and other communication channels. 2-1-1 Maryland is able to provide Maryland citizens with information regarding various resources (including feeding options for non-students).
Maryland Individuals:
Call 2-1-1 or visit 211md.org
Mental Health:
The Maryland Department of Health has an FAQ for maintaining mental health during this State of Emergency.
https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/Documents/FAQ_covid19_Maintaining_Mental_Health.pdf
Uninsured Marylanders:
Maryland Health Connection opened a new special enrollment period for uninsured Marylanders.
https://www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/coronavirus-sep/
Maryland Schools Providing Meals for Students (Locations):
Families may find a location by visiting mdsummermeals.org.