Below are resources, videos, social stories and more for our families to help navigate this unprecedented time.
Articles and News:
- Positive Newsfrom All Around the World –
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): How to Talk to Your Child –
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease 2019: Messages for parents, school staff, and others working with children –
- Child Mind Institute: Supporting Families During COVID-19 –
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks –
- National Association of School Psychologists, Talking to Children 91̽Ƶ COVID-19: A Parent Resource–
- Working at home during the coronavirus crisis with kids underfoot? Here are 9 ways to cope
- Video –
- Very child-friendly way to speak about COVID-19 written by Deborah Farmer Kris, a writer, teacher, parent educator, and school administrator –
- Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health During an Infectious Disease Outbreak–
- Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks–
- How To Cope With Sheltering in Place–
Videos:
- Child Mind Institute Video (2-mins), Stay Active–
- Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (3-minute video),Coronavirus Tips for Staying Healthy–
- Stephen Curry, NBA Superstar, is joined by Dr. Anthony Fauci of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases totalk all about COVID-19–
Social Story:
- Social Story offered by JeffersonAnd related pdf:
Fun Games and Apps for your Child:
- Free access to BrainPOP’s website. “Continue learning at home with BrainPOP’s entertaining and rigorous resources, and keep your children engaged and on-track.” – BrainPOP –
- There is an app named Houseparty that allows you to play games with a number of people on your phone. Read more about Houseparty –
- Free Access to Calm App Resources (meditations, music, and etc.) –
- 14-Day Free Trial to Glo (Yoga App) –
Mental Health:
- Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor Free 24/7 support at your fingertips.
- Learn about a disasters’ potential to cause psychological stress, warning signs of distress, and tips for coping. Also offering assistance, through texting or calling, in helping us through this moment. –
Additional Resources:
- What to do if you can’t make rent or mortgage payments –
- Rental Assistance
- Utility Assistance: If you are struggling to pay your utility bills, contact your service provider right away. Many utility service providers offer emergency assistance programs.
- Pennsylvania Utility Commission–
- Information from the Federal Government –
- 2-1-1 United Way utility assistance resources in PA:
- Electric Service Payment Assistance–
- Gas Service Payment Assistance–
- Utility Assistance–
- Water Services Payment Assistance–