
COVID-19 Information and Resources
Vinfen is committed to providing our staff, the people we serve, their networks of support, and the community with accurate, helpful information as well as resources to assist in keeping people healthy. Please review the information below. Additional news and information will be posted as needed and as it becomes available.
State Resources and Policies
- Massachusetts Department of Public Health Updates and Information on Coronavirus
- Massachusetts Public Health Fact Sheet on Coronavirus
- Connecticut Department of Public Health Updates and Information on Coronavirus
Recent Updates:
- DMH Visitation Policy Update (9.23.20)
- DDS Visitation Policy Update (9.23.20)
- DDS Outdoor Visitation Graphic
- DDS Off-Site Visit Attestation Form
Information & Resources for Families
- Fact Sheet for Families & Guardians (3.25.20)
- Closing Vinfen’s Massachusetts Developmental Day Services (3.24.20)
- Letter from Joe Gomes (4.1.20)
- Letter from Joe Gomes (4.16.20)
- Info on the Vinfen Family Advisory Council
- Fun Activities to do at Home
Recent Updates:
- A Letter from Joe Gomes on Vinfen’s Visitation Policy (6.8.20)
- A Letter from Jeanne Russo on Vinfen’s Visitation Policy (8.24.20)
- Visitation Policy Letter (10.5.20)
- Visitation Policy Letter – If No Visitation Allowed (10.5.20)
- EOHHS Secretary Sudders Letter To Family Members Of Individuals In Congregate Care (11.13.20)
- A Letter From Jeanne Russo On Holiday Visitation Guidelines (11.17.20)
- A Letter From Joe Gomes On Holiday Visitation Guidelines (11.18.20)
- A Letter From Joe Gomes On DDS and BI Visitation Policy Updates (12.3.20)
- DDS Commissioner Message To Families (12.17.20)
Other Resources
- A Tool to Help Explain the COVID-19 Vaccine for People with Mental Health Challenges or Disabilities
- Mental Health Practices and Tips
- COVID-19 Stress Management Tips from Vinfen Directors of Clinical Services
For a comprehensive list of all internal staff communications, please visit myvinfen.org.
If you have any questions please contact info@vinfen.org.