The Salvation Army is providing a drive-through pantry Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the former Fred’s Location in Marion during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Centerstone provides help to those who are struggling with mental health issues and/or substance use disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic through telephone and telehealth sessions with its professionals. Call (855) 608-3560 for help.

The Ohio Department of Public Health developed this checklist for families of children with special healthcare needs to protect themselves during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Stop It Now! provides guidance about how to safely approach emergency care needs for children.

Information from Zero to Three in English and Spanish about why self-care is essential for parents during the pandemic.

The Autism Response Team (ART) is an information line for the autism community. Its team members are specially trained to provide personalized information and resources to people with autism and their families.

(888) AUTISM2 (288-4762) – English
(888) 772-9050 – Spanish

help@autismspeaks.org

A self-care assessment tool from the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Prevent Child Abuse America provides concrete tips for physically distancing while staying emotionally and socially connected.

The Little Gym is sharing free online gymnastics classes for babies, toddlers and school children on its YouTube channel.

The City of Chicago has created a voluntary registry for individuals who may need assistance in the event of an emergency.

Individuals with disabilities or special needs or their caregivers can sign up at www.cityofchicago.org/voluntaryregistry/ or contact the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) at (312) 744-7050 for additional information.