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='''Helpful Apps'''=
='''TFL Webinar Series'''=
 
The Tools for Life team is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic by collecting and vetting resources for individuals with disabilities in the community, as well as their family and circles of support. The resources in these webinars are not meant to replace advice or instruction from a doctor or medical team. These resources are here to educate and empower. We encourage you to take this information, do further research, and share what you've learned with your medical and support teams.
 
We ask that you share this information with anyone that will benefit. We are in this together and together we are stronger. Stay safe and educated!
 
'''View the four part [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_COVID-19_Webinar_Series Webinar Series here.]'''
 


Visit the [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/favorite-search.php Tools for Life App Finder] for apps on teleworking, social  distancing, emergency preparedness and more
='''Connectedness/Virtual Platforms'''=


='''Planning Guides and Resources'''=
Stay connected to family and friends through virtual platforms and resources to alleviate social isolation. You'll also find initiatives that companies have launched to keep people connected.


'''[https://gcdd.org/covid-19-resources-for-georgians-with-developmental-disabilities.html?fbclid=IwAR399EK0ngVD0U-PVRN6w1tdCuUf43g8KBd-mKyS3k8HeeRPykkHv_kE-es COVID-19 Resources for People with Developmental Disabilities and Their Families]'''
'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Connectedness/Virtual_Platforms Connectedness/Virtual Platforms resources here.]'''
*From the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities


'''[https://www.nmdunited.org/covid-19-guideCOVID-19 Plan and Prep Guide for Adults Living with Neuromuscular Disabilities]'''
*Provides fact-based, reliable resources that educate our community on how to reduce and prevent the spread of COVID-19, while also providing practical coping tools and life-management strategies that can be used not just for this specific situation, but for addressing any viral or bacterial infection risk.


'''[https://www.at3center.net/repository/EmergencyManagement Emergency Management Resources from AT3]'''
='''Education'''=
*Resources from the National Assistive Technology Act Technical Assistance and Training (AT3) Center


'''[http://www.disasterstrategies.org/ Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies]'''
Find all things education related in this section including: software, read-alouds, special education resources and more!


'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Education Education resources here.]'''




='''Entertainment and Recreation'''=
='''Entertainment and Recreation'''=
*[http://www.puppet.org/ The Center for Puppetry Arts]
**Virtual shows and online tours


Many websites are offering free and discounted access to recreation activities such as virtual museums, access to films, national parks and more!
'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Entertainment_and_Recreation Entertainment and Recreation resources here.]'''
='''Georgia Specific Resources'''=
In this section you will find resources particularly useful for residents of Georgia including: local resources, government mandates, transportation information and more.
'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Georgia_Specific_Resources Georgia Specific Resources here.]'''
='''Helpful Apps'''=
'''Visit the [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/favorite-search.php Tools for Life App Finder] for apps on teleworking, social  distancing, emergency preparedness and more.'''


='''Connectedness/Virtual Platforms'''=


='''Planning Guides and Resources'''=
Organizations from across the country have provided planning guides and produced other resources for people with disabilities. These include information on developmental disabilities, emergency management, avoiding discrimination in care, complex needs and more! Check out this section if you are looking for specialized information.


'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Planning_Guides_and_Resources Planning Guides and Resources here].'''




='''Education'''=
='''Sanitization of Assistive Technology'''=


Sanitizing assistive technology is essential!


'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Sanitization_of_Assistive_Technology Sanitization Resources here]'''




='''Software'''=
='''Software'''=


Many software companies are offering their products at free and discounted rates.
'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Software Software resources here.]'''
='''Speech/Communication'''=
Find communication resources for all ages in this section. These include communication boards, speech therapy exercises to do at home and more.
'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Speech/Communication Speech and Communication resources here.]'''
='''Workplace Accommodations'''=


Here you will find resources for workplace accommodations.


'''Speech/Communication'''
'''View the full list of [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Resources_-_Workplace_Accommodations Workplace Accommodation resources here.]'''

Latest revision as of 07:57, 16 June 2020

TFL Webinar Series

The Tools for Life team is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic by collecting and vetting resources for individuals with disabilities in the community, as well as their family and circles of support. The resources in these webinars are not meant to replace advice or instruction from a doctor or medical team. These resources are here to educate and empower. We encourage you to take this information, do further research, and share what you've learned with your medical and support teams.

We ask that you share this information with anyone that will benefit. We are in this together and together we are stronger. Stay safe and educated!

View the four part Webinar Series here.


Connectedness/Virtual Platforms

Stay connected to family and friends through virtual platforms and resources to alleviate social isolation. You'll also find initiatives that companies have launched to keep people connected.

View the full list of Connectedness/Virtual Platforms resources here.


Education

Find all things education related in this section including: software, read-alouds, special education resources and more!

View the full list of Education resources here.


Entertainment and Recreation

Many websites are offering free and discounted access to recreation activities such as virtual museums, access to films, national parks and more!

View the full list of Entertainment and Recreation resources here.


Georgia Specific Resources

In this section you will find resources particularly useful for residents of Georgia including: local resources, government mandates, transportation information and more.

View the full list of Georgia Specific Resources here.


Helpful Apps

Visit the Tools for Life App Finder for apps on teleworking, social distancing, emergency preparedness and more.


Planning Guides and Resources

Organizations from across the country have provided planning guides and produced other resources for people with disabilities. These include information on developmental disabilities, emergency management, avoiding discrimination in care, complex needs and more! Check out this section if you are looking for specialized information.

View the full list of Planning Guides and Resources here.


Sanitization of Assistive Technology

Sanitizing assistive technology is essential!

View the full list of Sanitization Resources here


Software

Many software companies are offering their products at free and discounted rates.

View the full list of Software resources here.


Speech/Communication

Find communication resources for all ages in this section. These include communication boards, speech therapy exercises to do at home and more.

View the full list of Speech and Communication resources here.


Workplace Accommodations

Here you will find resources for workplace accommodations.

View the full list of Workplace Accommodation resources here.