COVID-19 UPDATES

 

Promoting health and safety for our guests and cast members continues to be a top priority for us. As many of our Disney destinations welcome guests back to the magic, we will continue to update this page with the latest information about health and safety measures at our parks and resorts, vacation planning, employee resources, and more.

Health and Safety

From increased cleaning and disinfecting to updated health and safety policies, we have reimagined the Disney experience so we can all enjoy the magic responsibly.

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Disney Parks Commitment to Enhanced Health and Safety

Our approach emphasizes a combination of measures to help reduce risk in the managed environment of our parks and resorts. To learn more about our commitment to enhanced health and safety, download our information sheet, here.

 

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From Our Health and Safety Team

Disney Parks Commitment to Health & Safety Measures, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pamela Hymel

Reopening Disney Parks – Our Continued Focus on Health and Safety, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pamela Hymel

An Update on Disney Resort Hotels, Vice President of Worldwide Safety Services Katie Kelly

 

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A Conversation About Disney Parks

Learn more about our policies from:

      • Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pamela Hymel
      • Senior Vice President of Experience & Integration Mary Niven
      • Senior Vice President of Operations at Disney Springs Rosalyn Durant
      • Senior Vice President of Operations at Walt Disney World Resort Jim MacPhee
      • Vice President of Communications at Walt Disney World Resort Jacquee Wahler

     

  • Read highlights from the panel, here.
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Make Today Incredible

We’ve launched a new health and safety campaign to spotlight healthy behaviors, featuring beloved characters from The Incredibles. Learn more on the Disney Parks Blog.

Cast Resources

Our cast members are at the center of our health and safety approach. Domestically, we offer tools and resources to support them, as well as opportunities for cast members to learn and grow.

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Medical Care and Prescriptions

Full-time cast members enrolled in Disney benefits are eligible for:

COVID-related care: COVID-19 testing and treatment covered as preventative care at no cost

Virtual care: In-network virtual care available

Prescriptions: Advance refill available for ongoing maintenance prescriptions

Over-the-Counter Medication: Certain over-the-counter medications considered qualified medical expenses

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Wellness Resources and Counseling Services

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling services available to Disney employees and cast members

Headspace: A mindfulness and meditation app

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Family Resources

Expanded Backup Child and Elder Care Support Options: LifeCare connects employees and cast members with reliable care providers and trusted personal caregivers can qualify for reimbursement

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Disney Aspire Education Program

Disney Aspire allows U.S-based Regular Full-Time Hourly and Regular Part-Time Hourly employees and Cast Members to pursue education and degree opportunities, with 100% of tuition covered by Disney. The program gives participants access to individual coaching, online learning and flexibility.

 

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Financial Resources

Financial Assistance: Loans and certain withdrawals may be available from employees’ savings or investment accounts

Flexible Spending Account Options: Stop or change deductions at any time

Supporting Our Communities

We continue to support and invest in our local communities during this time. Since March, Disney Parks have provided more than $19 million in in-kind donations benefitting communities around the globe. We have also shared resources to help fans and families experience the magic of Disney, wherever they may be, offered virtual volunteer opportunities for our employees and supported nonprofit partners like Make-A-Wish by sharing innovative ways to stay engaged with children whose wishes have been deferred due to the pandemic.

Walt Disney World Resort Donates Fabric to Orlando Ballet to Create Face Coverings for Central Florida Communities

Disney Introduces Cloth Face Masks and Donations for Families and Communities in Need

Happy World Wish Day

Aulani Resort Donates Fresh Food to Community

Disney Parks Donates Supplies to Hospitals and Medical Professionals

Enjoy a One-of-a-Kind Learning Experience from Disney Imagineers

Disneyland Paris Donates 15 Tons of Food to Help Local Communities

Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resorts Donating Surplus Food to Help Local Communities