The 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic has affected educational systems worldwide, leading to the widespread closure of schools and universities. The radical changes and ensuing stress brought about by COVID-19 and the lockdown may also result in different sorts of difficulties among these children.
Hence, parents and caregivers of such children must know how to manage and guide their children during this pandemic.
This guideline explains the different aspects that a parent/ caregiver must take into account while taking care of children with special needs. This guideline also addresses the need to maintain the mental health of the parent/ caregiver of children with special needs. The eleven sections in this guideline explain the duties and responsibilities that parents/ caregiver must follow.