COVID-19 & IDD
During the COVID-19 pandemic, this website is a resource for individuals, caregivers, and, in particular, health care workers serving this population.
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Updated Covid-19 Recommendations
September 17, 2021
Read our latest statement addressing COVID-19 spread, vaccines and variants.
The vaccine is here.
February 22, 2021
Read our Joint COVID-19 Vaccine Statement developed with our partners.
People with IDD, have higher rates of complications and death due to Covid-19.
We need clear guidelines applied nationally to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on people with IDD. To address this urgent situation, AADMD developed this white paper.
AADMD Launches “Our Covid-19 Stories”
AADMD joined forces with Positive Exposure, NADSP, NDSS, Child Neurology Foundation, NTG and Reena to document the stories of people with IDD, their healthcare providers and caregivers during the pandemic.
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What are you looking for?
Watch the latest webinars & ask the experts your Coronavirus-related questions.
Advocate for the IDD population during this time - know the issues & get involved.
Find information & helpful resources specifically designed for the IDD population.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
What if someone under my care has symptoms of COVID-19? What if someone refuses to follow home isolation precautions?
Read our recommendations.
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Know the Issues
How can we ensure people with IDD won’t be discriminated against if they need a ventilator? Or their caretaker is denied hospital visitation?
Read our policy statements & get involved.
Want to make sure you have all the correct PPE? Need an Emergency Department transfer form? Or the official coding guidelines for COVID-19?
You can find this info, plus more in our Resources.
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