COVID-19 Resources
The resources below have been compiled to assist DSAWM families during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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9/28/21 Update
Vaccine booster shots are now available and recommended for some individuals who previously received either the Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J vaccine.
Learn more4/5/21 Update
Effective today, all Michigan residents are eligible to receive the Covid-19 vaccine.
Schedule a vaccine appointment3/12/21 Update
All Michigan residents ages 16-49 with disabilities and certain medical conditions will be eligible for the vaccine beginning March 22nd!! All other adults will be eligible beginning April 5th.
MDHHS Statement3/3/21 Update
Beginning Monday 3/8, Michigan residents aged 50+ with disabilities and parents/caregivers aged 16+ of kids with special healthcare needs are eligible to receive the covid-19 vaccine! We are continuing to advocate for all residents with disabilities to be included in the current vaccination distribution phase.
MDHHS Statement
FAQs and DSAWM’s continued vaccine advocacy2/2/21 Update
On February 2nd, DSAWM signed a vaccine advocacy letter organized by Disability Advocates of Kent County and Disability Network Michigan. The letter was sent to West Michigan healthcare leaders, MDHHS Director Hertel, and Governor Whitmer urging for the inclusion of those with disabilities in the current Phase 1B of vaccine distribution as well as advocating for equitable access for those with disabilities at vaccination sites.1/15/21 Update
Read our statement about what we’re doing to advocate for our community regarding vaccine distribution.12/23/20 Update
According to the CDC as of December 23, 2020, Down syndrome is added to the list of at-risk persons. Michigan residents with Down syndrome may therefore fall into Phase 1C of vaccine distribution.Resources
Michigan Vaccine Distribution Plan & Registration Portal
COVID-19 & Down Syndrome Resource, published by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and national consortium members, *updated on 9/10/21 with information on the Delta variant, school safety, and more*
LuMind IDSC
Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group-USA Vaccine Position Statement
NDSC Vaccine FAQs & Infographic
