COVID-19 Vaccinations
As of September 2023, FDA has authorized a new COVID-19 monovalent vaccine and CDC recommends that everyone ages 6 months and up get the updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against serious illness. The latest COVID-19 vaccine targets the most common circulating variants.
DCHD recommends that everyone in Delaware County stay up to date with vaccines. Staying up to date means getting all recommended COVID-19 vaccines including boosters when eligible. People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised have specific COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
Please check vaccines.gov for the most up-to-date vaccine appointment availability in the area.
As of fall 2023, the U.S. Government COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Program ended. COVID-19 vaccines will still be free for most Americans through their health insurance plans. However, there are adults and children in Delaware County without insurance or whose insurance will not provide free COVID-19 vaccines after these products move onto the commercial market.
Commercial “Bridge Access Program Participants” on vaccines.gov and the DCHD will provide COVID-19 vaccines to uninsured and underinsured residents. Visit DCHD’s Clinical Services page for times and locations for DCHD’s immunization clinics (appointments required).
The Delaware County Wellness Line is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and will respond to inquiries via phone or email.
PHONE: (484) 276-2100
EMAIL: DelcoWellness@co.delaware.pa.us
COVID-19 Vaccines: Eligibility
CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine recommendations vary by age group:
Evervone 6 years and older
Children aged 6 months - 5 years
People who are unsure about their eligibility based on age and health may contact the contact their healthcare provider or the Delaware County Wellness Line at (484) 276-2100.
DELAWARE COUNTY VACCINATION SITE SEARCH
Use the Vaccines.gov vaccine finder tool to find a vaccine provider closest to you. If you are uninsured or underinsured for vaccines, look for providers that are “Bridge Access Program” participants or please contact DCHD for an appointment
LOST COVID-19 VACCINATION CARDS: WHAT TO DO
If you have lost your COVID-19 vaccination card, the PA Department of Health (PA DOH) will send you a record of your immunizations. Please visit the Pennsylvania Statewide Immunization Information System (PA-SIIS web page) and complete the Authorization for Release of Immunizations Records Form. You will need to upload a copy/image of your Photo I.D.
It is important to note that the PA DOH vaccination record, as well as the CDC vaccination card that individuals receive at the time of their vaccination, are both official proofs of vaccination.
OUR HOMEBOUND COVID-19 VACCINATION PROGRAM
Delaware County’s Homebound COVID-19 Vaccination Program, started in April of 2021, is a free vaccination service designed to ensure that Delaware County residents that are homebound or are unable to safely leave their residence are still able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
The program accommodates both adults and pediatric special populations — parents and caregivers can schedule an appointment for select children, ages 5 – 17. Contact our Delaware County Wellness Line to schedule a homebound vaccination visit.
THE DELAWARE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT WELLNESS LINE
The Delaware County Health Department operates a Wellness Line to assist residents with COVID-19 related questions and concerns as well as other public health-related topics.
The Delaware County Health Department Wellness Line can:
Assist residents in locating convenient COVID-19 vaccination sites
Assist residents in locating convenient COVID-19 testing sites
Add homebound residents to the homebound roster for at-home on-site vaccinations
Answer general questions about COVID-19 testing, vaccinations, and booster shots
Answer general questions about public health-related matters
Help residents locate public health resources
The Delaware County Wellness Line is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and will respond to inquiries via phone or email.
Phone: (484) 276-2100
Email: DelcoWellness@co.delaware.pa.us
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