Resources – Learning disability, ADHD and autism
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Practical AAC communication resources
A variety of learning resource tips for those with communication needs, and resources for explaining coronavirus to those with severe communication needs
- https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/praactical-resources-dealing-with-the-covid-19-pandemic/
- https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/praactical-resources-online-aac-support-for-families-during-school-closures/
Learning disability
- Coronavirus daily updates. The North West Training and Development Team and Pathways Associate share an update on YouTube every day (Monday to Friday) to make sure that people have accessible, accurate and up to date information about COVID 19.
- Cardiff & Vale University Health Board- Supporting Children with Learning disability/ ASD: coping with COVID-19 isolation.
- Down Syndrome Association- A range of information and resources including learning at home, keeping fit and healthy and fun and relaxing things to do at home.
- Guidance and advice on coronavirus – What does this mean for me and my family – Learning Disability and Autism focus (download)
- Learning Disability England has dedicated a space on their website Keeping Informed and In Touch during Coronavirus to share information and resources about the virus, what you can to do to stay safe and well, and how people are staying connected and finding solutions
- Easy Read guide to Coronavirus
- The handwashing rap, produced to help people who have a learning disability
- Scottish Commission for Learning Disability – a series of guided self-help booklets developed to support people with mild to moderate learning/intellectual disabilities during the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Getting NHS help when you need it during the coronavirus outbreak
Autism
- My Story About Pandemics and the Coronavirus
- Learning about keeping healthy
- The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health has a podcast from Dr Ann Ozsivadijan and Dr Marianna Murin called ‘Autism, a parent’s guide‘
- Guidance and advice on coronavirus – What does this mean for me and my family – Learning Disability and Autism focus (download)
- National Autistic Society resources: Guidance and helpline for parents’, young people and staff, Information about coronavirus, Tips for autistic people and families, How we can all help each other, How the National Autistic Society can help, Resources for autistic people and families
- Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH)- a podcast for parents and carers about supporting children and young people with autism during the Coronavirus outbreak.
- The ‘I am autistic’ card is now downloadable for free and the National Autistic Society’s Health Passport (previously Hospital Passport) has been updated to reflect issues around coronavirus and is now editable and printable
- Getting NHS help when you need it during the coronavirus outbreak (Easy read leaflet)
ADHD
- Video resource on Supporting neurodiverse children in challenging times such as during self-isolation (YouTube Link). Paediatrician Dr Max Davie, shares tips in this short film to help people with ADHD stay well (YouTube Link)
General
- Face coverings. MENCAP have created an easy read guide about face coverings Wearing a face covering in England 190620. Some people do not have to wear face coverings on public transport. (Information from GOV.uk) (For example; because you have a disability that means you cannot put on, wear or remove a face covering, or because it causes severe distress). Keep Safe have created these cards for people to carry with them to help explain why they are not wearing a mask if someone asks them in public.
- Books Beyond Words- a free wordless book about beating the virus.
- NHS East London Foundation Trust: Supporting Neurodiverse Children In Challenging Times Such As During Self-Isolation (YouTube)
- National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS)- information for parents, carers, families and professionals to support deaf children and young people during the Coronavirus outbreak.
- Together for Short Lives- Frequently asked questions about Coronavirus for parents and carers of children and young people with complex health needs. Read here.
- Contact. Important information about Covid-19 coronavirus for families with disabled children
- Council for disabled children. Resources and guidance about coronavirus to share with parent carers, children & young people and education, health and social care practitioners
The Challenging Behaviour Foundation
- Challenging Behaviour – Supporting your Loved One at Home
- Challenging_Behaviour_Supporting_your_Loved_one_visual_summary
UK Government guidance – easy read