List of Resources to Help Us Through COVID-19
18 and Over
Tips
Mental Health and the COVID-19 via CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health)
Strategies for Coping with Isolation and Loneliness During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The Ontario Caregiver Organization - COVID-19 support
Programs
Recreational Respite - Virtual programs
Communication Tools
Boardmaker - Communicating about Coronavirus
Communication with Patients with COVID-19
COVID-19 Communication Rights Toolkit
Patient Easy Read Symbol Sheets
Using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in hospitals during the coronavirus
Activities
38 Ways To Use The Library From Home
75 Best Virtual Museum Tours Around the World (Art, History, Science, and Technology)
Blue Jays Unstoppable Kids Challenge
Free and Family Friendly: What to watch while you stay at home
Recreational Respite - Virtual programs
Ripley's Aquarium Live Jellyfish, Ray Bay, and Rainbow Reef Cams
Virtual Museum Tours From Around the World
Caregiver Tips
How to talk about COVID-19
Autism Parent Magazine - COVID Tips
Holland Bloorview – Explaining COVID-19 to Children
I miss my friends at school - Social Story
KidsvsCOVID - Video Social Story
Why is everyone worried about the coronavirus?
Support For Individuals on the Spectrum
A4A We are Heroes: A Plain Language Guide about COVID-19
Child Mind Institute - Parent Resources
In Home Survival Guide - Creating Daily Routines that fit your family
Parenting Autism: Lighting the Way Forward
Supporting Individuals with Autism Through Uncertain Times
Strategies for Coping with Isolation and Loneliness During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The Ontario Caregiver Organization - Covid19 support
Communication Tools
10 Best Assistive Tech Apps for Children with Autism
Boardmaker - Communicating about Coronavirus
Communication with Patients with Covid-19
COVID-19 Communication Rights Toolkit
Patient Easy Read Symbol Sheets
Parent working from home visual
Using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in hospitals during the coronavirus
First Nation, Metis, and Inuit Resources
How to Navigate Uncertain Times
COVID-19 Resources for Indigenous Peoples
First Nation Child and Family Caring Centre - Spirit Bear's COVID-19 Resources
Webinar on COVID-19 and Indigenous Communities
Programs and Services
Toronto Public Washroom Locations
Articles
How Indigenous Communities are using Dance as a way to Heal
Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic Responsibly, Indigenously
Health Resources
Do You Need to See a Doctor (for non-emergencies)?
Here are OHIP covered services that connect you with a doctor, for consultations, prescriptions and other medical inquiries through online chat, video or phone:
Doctors on Call: 647-872-9958
Kidcrew Pediatric Medical Clinic: 416-654-5437
Telehealth Ontario:Toll-free: 1-866-797-0000 / Toll-free TTY: 1-866-797-0007
COVID-19 self-assessment
If you think you have coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has it, use this self-assessment to help determine how to seek further care.
Learning at Home
Learning at Home - School Age
Elementary Supplementary resources (Ministry of Education)
PebbleGo - Science and Social Studies
Learning at Home - Youth+
Digital Grade-Appropriate Resources
Grade 9-12 e-learning courses (Ministry of Education)
NFB - Global Issues Documentaries
Secondary School Supplementary Resources (Ministry of Education)
Mental Health
Helplines and Crisis Resources:
Assaulted Women’s Helpline: free at 1-866-863-0511 or TTY 1-866-863-7868 #SAFE (#7233)
Connex Ontario: 1-866-531-2600
First Nations, Metis and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line: 1-855-242-3310
Good2Talk: 1-866-925-5454
Interval House: 416-924-1491 or 1-888-293-5516
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
LGBT Youthline: 1-800-268-9688 or text 647-694-4275
ReachOut 24/7: 1-866-531-2600
Trans Lifeline Hotline: 1-877-330-6366
Managing your mental health
Be There - Mental Health Support
COVID-19 a burden felt by women
Helping Others During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Keeping Your Distance to Stay Safe
Mental Health and the COVID-19 via CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health)
Mental Health Commission of Canada: free online crisis training for essential workers during COVID-19
Partner for Planning - Staying Connected
Supports for diverse communities
Take Care for Your Coronavirus Anxiety
Working Remote and Feeling Connected During COVID-19
Online Talk Therapy
Tangerine Telephone Counselling
Mindfulness Apps/Programs