COVID-19 Resources for Rehabilitation Psychology Professionals
News and information on the COVID-19 outbreak from sources you can trust.
These are indeed, unprecedented times. We are in the midst of a growing pandemic which is impacting all of us to one degree or another.
For many, this is a first experience of a such a widespread medical emergency in their careers. Even for those of us who have been in practice for many, many years this is the most impactful disease outbreak we have seen.
This situation is evolving so rapidly that responses today may be different from responses tomorrow or next week. In order to help you navigate this ever evolving situation, we have gathered the most reliable sources of information on COVID-19 on this page.
We will keep it updated, so Division 22 can be your first step as you search for information for yourself and to share with your colleagues and patients.
Please scroll down to view links to important content from official State and Federal government and national medical sources.
UPDATED RESOURCES ON COVID-19
RESOURCES For people with Disabilities
For Seniors and High Risk Individuals
A Grassroots Chronic Illness Specific Network of Support and Resources
COVID-19 Guide for High Risk Residents and Seniors (English) (Español)
COVID-19 Tips and Resources from the Administration for Community Living
Toolkit for including Aging & Disability Networks in Emergency Planning
COVID-19 Disability Community Preparedness Resources
COVID-19 Tips and Resources from the ARC
COVID-19 Tips and Resources from the Administration for Community Living
Safeguard Against Disability Discrimination During COVID-19
For the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Information on the coronavirus and COVID-19 presented in American Sign Language (ASL).
COVID-19 Community Resources in ASL
COVID-19 Prevention Tips in ASL
COVID-19 Resources for People with Disabilities
CDC ASL Video Series: Parents Supporting Children
Gaullaudet University COVID-19 news
Managing emotions during COVID-19 in ASL
RESOURCES For people with Disabilities
For Persons With Autism and Professionals
COVID-19 Preparedness and Resources from the Autism Society
School Closure Toolkit from Easter Seals IL Autism Partnership
COVID-19 Social Narrative for Autism
Caring for Children and Adolescents with Autism during COVID-19 Webinar from APA
For People with Chronic Illnesses
COVID-19 Preparation for People Living with Chronic Illness
COVID-19 and Spinal Cord and Brain Injury from Craig Neurorehabilitation Hospital
COVID-19 and the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors
COVID-19: What People with Spina Bifida Need to Know
COVID-19 What People with MS Need to Know
COVID-19 and Sickle Cell Disorder
Update on COVID-19 from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
COVID-19 and People with ID/DD
How COVID-19 Impacts People With Disabilities
How Disabled Americans Can Cope With the COVID-19 Crisis
Ask an Expert How Can a Disabled Person Safely Navigate the COVID-19 Crisis
ADDITIONAL COVID-19 RESOURCES
For Caregivers
Action Steps for Attendant Service Users in Response to COVID-19
COVID-19 Tips for Dementia Caregivers
Advice for Caregivers of Children with Disabilities in the Era of COVID-19
For Self-Advocates
Self-Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center Webinars
Coronavirus Tips for Staying Healthy
COVID-19 Information by & for People with Disabilities from Green Mountain Self-Advocates (English)
COVID-19 Information by & for People with Disabilities from Green Mountain Self-Advocates (Español)
Plain Language Tips for Working with Support Staff during COVID-19
Psychology of COVID-19 Critical Care Patients
APA
American Psychological Association
Advice for Caregivers of Children with Disabilities in the Era of COVID-19
Overview of APA’s actions around COVID-19
Psychologists emphasize more self-care for older adults
FAQs practicing psychologists have about COVID-19
Self-care advice for health-care providers during COVID-19
Keeping your distance to stay safe
For psychological scientists: COVID-19 FAQ
CDC
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Information on the coronavirus and COVID-19 presented in American Sign Language (ASL).
Tools
For Clinicians and Medical Practices
APPIC Board of Directors regarding COVID-19
CCTC Statement - Education and Training Considerations American Health Information Management Association Telemedicine Toolkit
COVID-19 Clinician Resources from ACCME
Global COVID-19 tracking resource from Johns Hopkins University
Harvard Business Review – Lead Your Business Through the Coronavirus Crisis
OIG Policy Statement on Telehealth
OSHA Guidance on Safety In the Workplace
Preventative measures for COVID-19, Shepherd Center podcast
Telemedicine Quick Set-up Guide in Response to COVID-19 National Emergency
Information Regarding
Teleneuropsychology
Resources for Rehabilitation Psychology Trainees and Supervisors in COVID-19
AMA
American Medical Association
AMA Resource Center for Physicians
CPT® releases new coronavirus (COVID-19) code & description for testing
AMA Physician's Guide to COVID-19
JAMA Network COVID-19 Video and Podcast Collection
AMA Quick Guide to Telemedicine in Practice
CMS
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
COVID-19 Emergency Declaration Health Care Providers Fact Sheet
ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines related to COVID019 Outbreak
FAQ on EHB related to COVID-19
Guidance for Retirement Facilities and Independent Living Facilities
CMS Fact Sheet on Medicare telehealth
CMS FAQs on Medicare telehealth
CMS chart on Medicare telehealth