COVID-19 presents unique challenges to people with disabilities and older adults. The following information and resources are provided for individuals, caregivers, families, and organizations.
Video: Helping our older neighbors and those with disabilities during COVID-19
General Resources
Status Updates on COVID-19
Please refer to the Multnomah County Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 web page for more information on Oregon’s stay home order, reopening, staying healthy, what to do if you are sick, testing, and other guidance. Follow the links below for additional status updates on COVID-19.
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City of Portland: COVID-19 Updates from Mayor Wheeler
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Multnomah County: Situation Updates on COVID-19
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Washington County: COVID-19 News Updates
State
National
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Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 Response
International
COVID-19 Guidance and Information (State and national)
Local, state, and national guidance, information, and resources are available for individuals with disabilities and older adults.
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State
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Oregon Health Authority: Guidance for People with Disabilities, Older Adults, and People with Underlying Health Conditions
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Oregon Developmental Disabilities Services: COVID-19 Information
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Oregon Developmental Disabilities Services: Stay Home, Save Lives
National
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CDC: American Sign Language (ASL) COVID-19 informational videos
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National Center on Deaf-Blindness Providing TA During the Covid-19 Pandemic
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Self Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center (SARTAC) COVID-19 resources (available in Spanish, English)
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National Disability Institute: Impact of COVID-19 on the Disability Community
Civil Rights
Civil rights are critically important during emergencies, including the COVID-19 pandemic. Know your rights.
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Disability Rights Oregon: Know Your Legal Rights guides
Food and Supplies
Food access is a primary area of concern for many in the community. Learn more about local and state programs and efforts related to food and supplies.
Healthcare
Healthcare is both essential and different in the COVID-19 era. Learn more about specific programs for people with varying abilities and across different age groups.
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Guidelines Related to Non-Discrimination in Medical Treatment for COVID-19
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Wheelchair and Assistive Technology Users: Precautions for COVID-19
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National Association of the Deaf: Communicating with Medical Personnel During Coronavirus
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Veterans Administration’s Coronavirus Frequently Asked Questions
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ADA Guidance for Emergency Managers & Local Public Health Authorities
Medical Benefits and Social Services
Medical benefits and social services programs are in place to support older adults and people with disabilities.
Home Healthcare Providers and Caregivers
Home healthcare support is available for caregivers and individuals. Learn how to access services, supports, and supplies for at home care.
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City of Portland masks, gloves, and sanitizer program
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Advice for caregivers of Children with Disabilities in the Era of COVID-19
Transportation
Mobility matters during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about local transportation resources, including paratransit and rideshare programs.
Housing
Housing remains a basic right and a need for all. Learn more about available programs and services.
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Multnomah County/City of Portland COVID-19 Eviction Moratorium
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Information for Developmental Disabilities’ Residential Settings
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Access Living COVID-19 Resources for the Disability Community
Utilities
Staying connected to utilities and home services enable our use of technologies and virtual support services.
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State of Oregon’s Telecommunications Devices Access Program (TDAP)
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Access Technologies, Inc. iCanConnect Oregon
Education
Education during COVID-19 presents new challenges, especially for virtual learning and for educating children with disabilities.
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U.S. Department of Education: Educating children with disabilities during COVID-19
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University of Washington: Resources related to accessible virtual learning
Employment
As we experience unprecedented changes in employment and unemployment, it is important to understand resources available for people with disabilities.
Businesses
Learn more about local business resources available through the City of Portland and Multnomah County.
COVID-19 Financial Support
Learn more about COVID-19 financial support programs at the national level.
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National Institute on Disability’s Financial Resilience Center
Pets and Service Animals
The need to rely on pets and service animals for support remains important during COVID-19. Learn more about pets and service animals.
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CDC: COVID-19 and Animals
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Disability Rights Oregon: Service Animals and Oregon and Federal Law
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City of Portland: Service animals participating in City programs
Mental Health Resources
Mental and behavioral health resources are available for people with disabilities, older adults, and veterans.
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NAMI Multnomah (National Alliance on Mental Illness, Multnomah County)
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NAMI Oregon (National Alliance on Mental Illness, State of Oregon)
Social Connections/Community Aid
Staying connected socially while maintaining physical distance is a challenge, but important for our health and well-being. There are many ideas, resources, and efforts underway that you can learn about here.
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Thank you for visiting this page. If you have any questions about the information on this page or need additional information about resources for people with disabilities or older adults, please contact the Multnomah County Aging Disability and Resource Connections, ADRC, at 503-988-3646 or at the ADRC website.