Covid-19 Resources
Helpful Covid-19 Website Links
ANCOR
PA Department of Health
PA Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) See attached
PA Office of Developmental Programs
Pharmacy Resource
PARD, an Association of Community Pharmacies headquartered in Philadelphia has initiated a Hot-Line to help patients that are having problems obtaining their medications during these trying times. It will be supported by pharmacists that have a list of all PARD stores that are located in Southeastern & Northeastern Pennsylvania. They will attempt to have these patients connect with a local pharmacy that could supply their needs either at their store or be delivered.
- The Hot-Line will be available from 9AM to 7PM
- Monday to Saturday through Tuesday March 31st.
- The phone number is 215-934-9412
Free Online Training Resource on Preparing for Covid-19
Relias has developed a free online training to assist you in preparing for the Covid-19 virus. This training can be accessed through the link below.
Business to Business Covid-19 Related Supplies Directory
“Over the past month, the Wolf Administration has been working directly with businesses across the commonwealth to identify their capabilities and needs and move products quickly from the manufacturing floor to the marketplace,” said Sec. Davin. “Through this process, we recognized that we can help foster direct business connections to provide Pennsylvanians access to critical supplies expeditiously without a middleman. The creation of the B2B Interchange Directory reflects our commitment to responding to the needs of Pennsylvania’s businesses in a streamlined, easily accessible manner.”
For full information and links to directory: https://maxassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Business-to-Business-Directory-Info.pdf
Useful Form: Health passport for a person I/DD needs to be hospitalized
We know that all families and DSPs are doing everything they can to prevent individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) from being diagnosed with COVID-19. However, despite everyone’s best efforts, some will likely be hospitalized. In an effort to prevent further spread of the Coronavirus, most hospitals are not allowing visitors because the virus is so contagious. Because it is likely that visitors will not be permitted, this two-page form may be helpful for anyone with I/DD who might need to be hospitalized during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Click here to view form: https://maxassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Health_Passport_Hospital_Transfer_Form_PDF.pdf
Form courtesy of The Ohio Association of County Boards
Pennsylvania Department of Health
The Office of Long-Term Living is asking that you please review and follow the guidance in the alert below from the Pennsylvania Health Alert Network “Universal Masking of Healthcare Workers and Staff in Congregate Care Settings.”
Alert: 2020-PAHAN-492-04-03-ALT-Universal M (1)
Further guidance from the Pennsylvania Department of Health on personal protective equipment is found here: https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/Documents/Diseases%20and%20Conditions/COVID-19%20Guidance%20PPE.pdf
In the event of a COVID-19 outbreak, please contact the Department of Health at 1-877-PA-HEALTH and your regional BHSL office to report the outbreak and to obtain further guidance. Contact information for the BHSL regional offices may be found on the Department of Human Services website at the following link: https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/Personal-Care-Home-Field-Offices.aspx.
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) Information
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) provides significant funding for businesses hospitals, schools and social support programs. There is a lot of information out there, and here are some resources about the Act to assist in understanding what it has to offer for providers.
The Pennsylvania Association of Non-Profits helps to clarify the Act for non-profits Here
Find FAQ on the CARES Act prepared by the National Council for Behavioral Health here
Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS)
- DHS COVID Licensing Message.3.30.20.FINAL
- Final – OMHSAS EBH-DCORT Guidance 3.30.20
- Final OMHSAS RTF LTSR CRR Visitation Guidance 3.31.20
- Spanish-COVID19 PPE fact sheet FINAL
- Spanish-Fact Sheet – COVID-19 Mental Health FINAL
- Spanish-Fact Sheet – Talking to Kids FINAL
- Spanish-WIC Factsheet FINAL
- OMHSAS Guidance
- OMHSAS Essential Functions Final 3.14.20
- Mental-health-considerations during COVID outbreak 3-12-20 WHO (3)
- Temporary Changes to the CHC 1915(c) Waiver Due to COVID-19
Office of Developmental Programs (ODP)
- ODPANN 20-041 COVID19 Provider Guidance for Reporting Cases of COVID-19 4-6-2020 (1)
- Spanish-COVID19 PPE fact sheet FINAL
- Spanish-Fact Sheet – COVID-19 Mental Health FINAL
- Spanish-Fact Sheet – Talking to Kids FINAL
- Spanish-WIC Factsheet FINAL
- DHS COVID Licensing Message.3.30.20.FINAL
- ODPANN 20-039 COVID 19 Response to Request for Provider Retainer Payments 4-6-2020
- ODPANN 20-037 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Modification of Key Tasks and Activities in Response to Incidents
- ODPANN 20-032 Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) Temporary Modifications to Waiver and Regulatory Requirements to Support Adequate Staffing
- ODPANN 20-029 Auto Authorizations for Residential without Day Services – UPDATE
- ODPANN 20-031 COVID-19 Retainer Payments to CPS Providers
- ODPANN 20-030 – COVID19 – Provider Tracking of ISP Revisions
- ODPANN 20-019 UPDATE- COVID-19 Operational Recommendations for Providers of Intellectual Disability and Autism Services (1)
- ODPANN 20-027 COVID 19 Operational Guidance
- Announcement – COVID19- 024 Provider Information Tool – 03-17-2020 (FINAL)
- PM20-068 Closed or Reduced hours at Fingerprinting Locations
- CDC Guidance for Providers