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I didn’t want to be alone : How COVID-19 increased isolation for Calgarians with developmental disabilities Those with developmental or intellectual disabilities are significantly more vulnerable to infection and severe illness from the coronavirus meaning the necessity of increased precautions, no matter how heartbreaking Author of the article: Sammy Hudes Publishing date: Mar 16, 2021 • March 19, 2021 • 5 minute read • Anne McWhir and David Oakleaf stand with their son Stephen near their northwest Calgary home on Wednesday, March 3, 2021. Stephen, who has Down syndrome, spoke about his experience dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic over the past year. Gavin Young/Postmedia Article content On March 15, 2020, with COVID-19 cases rising, the City of Calgary declared a state of local emergency, forcing the immediate closure of most non-essential businesses and services. ....
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