Information from the Child Mind Institute.

The National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health provides this collection of resources, which includes videos, tool kits, activities to use at home and more to support parents, caregivers and their children during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics include:

• Self-care and coping with stress/anxiety
• Talking with kids about COVID-19
• Supporting youth and young adults
• Specific diagnoses and special needs

Complex Child, an online magazine written by parents of children with special healthcare needs and disabilities, has created a special section on tips and information about COVID-19 and children who are medically complex.

The Salvation Army of Southern Illinois in Marion provides financial assistance with food, rent, utilities, and clothing for families and individuals across southern Illinois.

For questions or food pantry hours, please contact Darla Harms at (618) 993-5854 or darla.harms@usc.salvationarmy.org.

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.

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.