COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

​In addition to the wealth of resources found on Parent Education webpages, including resource packets, videos, articles, etc., below are a collection of online tools and home based ideas for families while schools are closed. If you have an idea to add to this page, please email ssdpeda@ssdmo.org

For Special School District of St. Louis County specific resources and updates related to COVID-19, please visit the SSD public website or visit Return to School Guidance

Please note that the compilation of resources below are based on suggestions from various organizations and do not constitute an endorsement from SSD. Please make sure to check any site or resource before sharing with your student.

Coronavirus / COVID-19 Fact Sheets

COVID-19 Fact Sheet (PDF) SSD

COVID-19 Plain Language video: This plain language video was created by the Oregon Office of Developmental Disabilities Services.

Coronavirus and Emerging Infectious Disease Outbreak Response Fact sheets information and recommendations for healthcare personnel, families, leaders, and businesses to address the psychological and behavioral health impacts from the Center of Study for Traumatic Stress

Do You Know Your Rights with COVID-19 Think Equitable

Share Facts about COVID-19 (PDF) SSD

Stop the Spread of Germs (PDF) SSD

Symptoms of COVID-19 (PDF) SSD

What to Do if You Are Sick With COVID-19 (PDF) SSD

Local Websites with Coronavirus/COVID-19 Information

Directory of Local Public Health Agencies (LPHAs) and Services. Department of Health and Senior Services

Missouri Coronavirus GIS Hub

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Missouri Coronavirus Information 24-Hour Hotline: 877.435.8411

Missouri Department of Mental Health – COVID-19 information to include Disaster Distress Helpline: Phone: 800/985-5990 Text: "TalkWithUs" to 66746

Missouri Department of Mental Health – Division of Developmental Disabilities COVID-19 information.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education – COVID-19

Missouri First Steps: Guidance for Referrals, Intake, Meetings and Services Regarding COVID-19 Guidance Manual

National Websites with Coronavirus/COVID-19 Information

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) CDC

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) – Covid-19. This page includes links for Medicaid and CHIP to include information about waivers, flexibilities, fact sheets, etc. Medicaid.gov

Coronavirus: Safety and Readiness Tips. American Red Cross.

COVID-19: Information for Families of Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Healthy Children

Information for the Deaf Community about COVID-19/Coronavirus Community Services for the Deaf

NDI Financial Resilience Center National Disability Institute. Provides resources to help those with disabilities and chronic health conditions navigate financially through the COVID-19 crisis.

People who are at higher risk – CDC CDC

St. Louis County Department of Public Health 24-Hour Hotline: 314.615.2660

Social Security and Coronavirus. SSA

Video providing information about COVID-19 using ASL: This video features a doctor who is deaf and provides information about COVID-19 in ASL.

Virus Safety for People with Disabilities Training Resource Network