Supporting people with disability during COVID-19

A woman with blond hair, wearing a mask, supporting a young woman with dark hair and glasses. by the armIf you support someone with a disability, there are things you can do to help them during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This includes assisting people with disability to:

  • use good preventative measures, like physical distancing and handwashing
  • get tested for COVID-19 if they need to do so
  • access their usual health care, like going to the GP or pharmacist
  • access their usual disability supports
  • maintain good physical and mental health
  • seek further help where required.
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Looking after your mental health during COVID-19

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Accessible communication when wearing a mask

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Current as at: Thursday 13 October 2022
Contact page owner: Health Protection NSW