The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) recently released updates related to respiratory illnesses (COVID-19, Flu and RSV). Per the communication provided, changes were based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance on respiratory illness prevention in community based non-healthcare settings and programs.

Effective immediately (April 2025), these guidelines will replace previous OPWDD guidance.

• Respiratory Illness Guidance
• Cover Your Cough Poster
• Hand Washing Poster

** People who attend day programs outside of LAI will need to follow that Agency’s notification directives.