The following resources are of more general nature to help you navigate through COVID-19.
There is a separate collection of resources specific to FSCD & PDD families.
We’d are happy to connect by phone or email to discuss anything you need from Inclusion Foothills.
Information and Resources
Alberta Response to COVID-19: information specific to Alberta and Albertans about COVID-19
Alberta Health Services: a broader range of information and resources
Canada Public Health: information and resources related to COVID-19 across Canada
Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: types of support available to individuals, families, seniors, and businesses
World Health Organization: answers to popular questions about COVID-19 by the WHO
Essential Services: list of business types that are considered essential in Alberta
Guidance for Farmers’ Markets and Public Markets: COVID-19 risk mitigation measures to support market managers and vendors
Mental Wellness
Focused and Engaged: Finding Balance Through Self-Regulation
Mindfullness: Benefits for the Whole Family
Sleeping: For Better Mental Health
Text4Hope: text COVID19Hope to 393939 to receive daily text messages on healthy thinking or what you can do to help them manage your mood.
- while there is no cost for this service, check with your cell plan provider you will not be charged for these texts on your current plan
- this service is not a replacement for other mental health therapies and supports
Trauma: What it is and how to help someone who has experienced it
Virtual Emotional Safe Spots: We’re kind helpers creating a safe spot for you to say what’s on your mind and figure out next steps.
Youth
Executive Functioning: Helping Your Child Succeed in School
Junior High Jitters: Transitioning to the Teenage Years
Keeping Scattered Kids on Track: Supporting Children & Youth with ADHD
More than Just a Bad Day: Understanding and Supporting Youth with Depression
Technology, Youth & Mental Health
Caregivers
Addiction and Mental Health: Accessing Community Programs During COVID-19
How Can I Support My Child in This Stressful Time?: Caregiver Considerations Around the Novel Coronavirus / COVID-19
COVID-19 information for disability service providers: Information for disability sector service providers on responding to COVID-19.
Prevent The Spread
Physical spacing: keep 2m (6.5ft) between you and other people.
video courtesy of: Alberta Health Services
Wash Your Hands: Six steps to cleaning your hands effectively.
