It can be challenging to sort through all the COVID-19 information out there, especially when this information is not equally accessible to everyone. The Sins Invalid Disability Principle, Collective Access, says that everyone must be included in ways that are accessible to them. Therefore, there must be inclusive, accessible information on COVID-19 for everyone.
In this post, we will focus on ASL information and provide a list of ASL COVID-19 resources. Many of the resources are from an ASL video series on COVID-19. You can view the entire YouTube playlist here.
Go to section: Vaccines | Testing | Prevention |Extra precautions and accommodations | Children and schools |Testing positive for COVID-19 | General resources
Vaccines
Getting vaccinated is important to protect ourselves and our communities from COVID-19. Below is a list of ASL information on vaccines, which covers overall information on vaccines and boosters, resources for getting your vaccines, and what to expect when you get vaccinated for COVID-19.
- COVID-19 Information and Resources Webpage
- ASL Video Series: Are COVID-19 Vaccines Safe?
- ASL Video Series: COVID-19 Vaccine What to Expect
- ASL Video Series: How to Talk About COVID-19 Vaccines with Friends and Family
- ASL Video Series: V-safe After Vaccination Health Checker
- ASL Video Series: COVID-19 Vaccines Work
- ASL Video Series: Different COVID-19 Vaccines
- ASL Video Series: COVID-19 Booster Shots
- ASL Video Series: Children and COVID-19 Vaccines
Testing
Testing is another important way to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Below is a list of ASL videos on how to get tested for COVID-19.
- ASL Video Series: Check for Current Infection
- ASL Video Series: When to Use a Self-Test
- ASL Video Series: How to Use a Self-Test
- ASL Video Series: How to Interpret Self-Test Negative Results
- ASL Video Series: How to Interpret Self-Test Positive Results
Prevention
There are other ways to protect yourself from COVID-19, including wearing a mask. Below is a list of ASL videos that describe other ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
- ASL Video Series: Washing Your Hands
- ASL Video Series: How Masks Protect You and Others
- ASL Video Series: Protect Yourself and Others
- ASL Video Series: Three Steps to Protect Yourself
- ASL Video Series: General Travel Precautions
- ASL Video Series: Planning Outings and Visits
- ASL Video Series: Running Essential Errands
Extra Precautions and Accommodations
Some people may require extra precautions and accommodations during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as people who are at a higher risk of illness and people who are pregnant. Below is a list of ASL videos that include information on extra precautions and support different groups of people may need.
- ASL Video Series: Extra Precautions for Older Adults
- ASL Video Series: Extra Precautions for People at Risk for Severe Illness
- ASL Video Series: Providing Support for People with Developmental and Behavioral Disabilities
- ASL Video Series: Extra Precautions for People with Disabilities
- ASL Video Series: Information for People with Disabilities and Their Care Providers
- ASL Video Series: Newborn Care and Breastfeeding
- ASL Video Series: Pregnancy and COVID-19
- ASL Video Series: Precautions for Direct Service Providers
- ASL Video Series: Protecting Service and Therapy Animals
Children and School
It can be stressful to send your child to school during a pandemic. Below is a list of ASL videos to help you and your student navigate learning during COVID-19, along with videos on how to talk to children about COVID-19.
- ASL Video Series: School Planning Remote Learning
- ASL Video Series: School Planning In-Person Learning
- ASL Video Series: School Information for Parents
- ASL Video Series: Help Children Wear Masks
- ASL Video Series: Tips to Keep Children Healthy While School is Out
- ASL Video Series: Parents Supporting Children
- ASL Video Series: Children and COVID-19 Vaccines
- ASL Video Series: Answers to Questions from Children About COVID-19
Testing Positive for COVID-19
Testing positive for COVID-19 can be scary and overwhelming. It helps to have accessible information on what do to should you or a loved one test positive for the disease. Below is a list of ASL videos covering what to do if you have or think you have COVID.
- ASL Video Series: Close Contact With COVID-19
- ASL Video Series: Contract Tracing: What to Expect
- ASL Video Series: Symptoms of COVID-19
- ASL Video Series: What to Do if You Are Sick
- ASL Video Series: 10 Things You Can Do to Manage COVID-19 at Home
- ASL Video Series: Caring for Someone Sick at Home
- ASL Video Series: When to Get Medical Care for COVID-19
- ASL Video Series: When You Can Be Around Others
General Information
There are many more resources and videos out there on COVID-19. For more information on COVID-19, below are a few final ASL resources you can view.
- Department of Health: American Sign Language (ASL) Videos for COVID-19 Response
- Accessible COVID-19 Updates
- CSD ASL Accessible COVID-19 Hotline
- Minnesota Commission of the Deaf, DeafBlind, & Hard of Hearing (MNCDHH) YouTube Page
- Complete CDC COVID-19 ASL YouTube Playlist
Additionally, The Arc Minnesota has many COVID-19 resources on our website. You can visit our COVID-19 page here for more information.