The CDC released updated guidance on May 13, 2021 that fully vaccinated individuals no longer need to wear face coverings or physically distance in most indoor and outdoor settings regardless of crowd size. Mask wearing is still recommended in certain indoor settings, such as healthcare facilities, transportation hubs, and correctional facilities. Fully vaccinated people should continue to follow any applicable federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations.
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AG Moderna Vaccination Update
Vaccinations are scheduled on premises at Arrowhead Gardens.
Each building will be on a different date:
Vaccinations will be administered by a UW Harborview Medical Team
New Queueing Instructions:
The vaccine clinic will be held in the B Building "Craft Room" at the request of the Harborview Medical Team. After receiving vaccines, we will wait in the Community Room for a 15-minute observation.
A flyer will be delivered to your apartment 24 hours before your assigned date for final instructions.
AG Moderna Vaccination Update
Vaccinations are scheduled on premises at Arrowhead Gardens.
Each building will be on a different date:
- C&B Buildings + Staff: Tuesday, March 9th, 2021
- D Building: Wednesday, March 10th, 2021
- A Building: Thursday, March 11th, 2021
Vaccinations will be administered by a UW Harborview Medical Team
New Queueing Instructions:
The vaccine clinic will be held in the B Building "Craft Room" at the request of the Harborview Medical Team. After receiving vaccines, we will wait in the Community Room for a 15-minute observation.
- Floors 1&2 (including AP) arrive at 9am
- Floors 3&4 arrive at 10:30am
- LUNCH AT NOON
- Floors 5&6 arrive at 1pm
A flyer will be delivered to your apartment 24 hours before your assigned date for final instructions.
Posted 3-9-2021
COVID Vaccine Resources
How Do I Get the two Covid-19 Vaccines?
Emily Lord, MSW Student, Community Life Foundation
If you need assistance making an appointment, contact Mona Sanger
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How Do I Get the two Covid-19 Vaccines?
Emily Lord, MSW Student, Community Life Foundation
If you need assistance making an appointment, contact Mona Sanger
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Posted 3-2-2021
Application period for COVID Vaccinations extended to Sunday Night March 7th.
Drop your Yellow Application Form into the office rent box.
The vaccines provided by Harborview are from Moderna.
CDC: What to Expect after Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
Application period for COVID Vaccinations extended to Sunday Night March 7th.
Drop your Yellow Application Form into the office rent box.
The vaccines provided by Harborview are from Moderna.
CDC: What to Expect after Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
Posted 3/1/2021
3/1/2021 COVID Vaccine Resources Display PDF
How Do I Get the two Covid-19 Vaccines?
Emily Lord, MSW Student, Community Life Foundation
If you need assistance making an appointment, contact Mona Sanger
3/1/2021 COVID Vaccine Resources Display PDF
How Do I Get the two Covid-19 Vaccines?
Emily Lord, MSW Student, Community Life Foundation
If you need assistance making an appointment, contact Mona Sanger
Posted 2/24/2021
The 5-person medical team from Harborview will work one floor at a time. As each floor is winding up, the team will send a member to the next floor to knock on residents' apartment doors to come out and wait for their vaccination turn, while seated on a chair. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE IN FRONT OF YOUR DOOR AT 9AM, UNLESS YOU ARE ON THE FIRST FLOOR TO RECEIVE THE VACCINE. We should know which building floors are first before March 9th.
The 5-person medical team from Harborview will work one floor at a time. As each floor is winding up, the team will send a member to the next floor to knock on residents' apartment doors to come out and wait for their vaccination turn, while seated on a chair. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE IN FRONT OF YOUR DOOR AT 9AM, UNLESS YOU ARE ON THE FIRST FLOOR TO RECEIVE THE VACCINE. We should know which building floors are first before March 9th.
Posted 2/20/2021
COVID VACCINATIONS ARE COMING IN MARCH TO ARROWHEAD GARDENS RESIDENTS
On Sunday Feb-21, watch for a yellow-sheet application form with an information-flyer for your building and a pre-vaccination check-list that will be left at your apartment door.
Vaccinations are scheduled on premises at Arrowhead Gardens in residents' hallways.
Each building will be on a different date starting at 9AM
Please complete the yellow-sheet application form and return it to the office NOT LATER THAN Wednesday 2-24-21 before 4PM.
Shots will be given outside your door by a medical team from Harborview Medical Center. Have a portable chair in the hallway to sit on for the duration. If you need a portable chair, please call Diane R @ 206-762-7787 and a chair will be provided. The medical team might ask to see your pre-vaccination check-list, so have it ready. Your health information is protected by HIPAA privacy rules.
The Wellness Project team will be in the lobby of Building B to answer questions on Wednesday 2-24-24 from Noon to 4pm.
If you have already completed or scheduled your vaccinations, please return the yellow-sheet application form with your name and apt# and check the box for I HAVE COMPLETE OR WILL COMPLETE MY VACCINATIONS [ ]
COVID VACCINATIONS ARE COMING IN MARCH TO ARROWHEAD GARDENS RESIDENTS
On Sunday Feb-21, watch for a yellow-sheet application form with an information-flyer for your building and a pre-vaccination check-list that will be left at your apartment door.
Vaccinations are scheduled on premises at Arrowhead Gardens in residents' hallways.
Each building will be on a different date starting at 9AM
- Buildings C&B + Staff: Tuesday, March 9th, 2021
- Building D: Wednesday, March 10th, 2021
- Building A: Thursday, March 11th, 2021
- Second vaccinations will come after 4 weeks during April.
Please complete the yellow-sheet application form and return it to the office NOT LATER THAN Wednesday 2-24-21 before 4PM.
Shots will be given outside your door by a medical team from Harborview Medical Center. Have a portable chair in the hallway to sit on for the duration. If you need a portable chair, please call Diane R @ 206-762-7787 and a chair will be provided. The medical team might ask to see your pre-vaccination check-list, so have it ready. Your health information is protected by HIPAA privacy rules.
The Wellness Project team will be in the lobby of Building B to answer questions on Wednesday 2-24-24 from Noon to 4pm.
If you have already completed or scheduled your vaccinations, please return the yellow-sheet application form with your name and apt# and check the box for I HAVE COMPLETE OR WILL COMPLETE MY VACCINATIONS [ ]
Posted 2/18/2021
V-Safe Resources:
Introduction
https://www.cdc.gov/vsafe
Sign up (after 1st COVID vaccination)
https://vsafe.cdc.gov
Print Resources
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/vsafe/printresources.html
V-Safe Information Sheet (PDF)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/pdfs/v-safe-information-sheet-508c.pdf
V-Safe Flyer (PDF)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/pdfs/v-safe-poster-qr-508.pdf
What is V-Safe?
V-safe is a smartphone-based tool that uses text messaging and web surveys to provide personalized health check-ins after you receive a COVID-19 vaccination. Through v-safe, you can quickly tell CDC if you have any side effects after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Depending on your answers, someone from CDC may call to check on you. And v-safe will remind you to get your second COVID-19 vaccine dose if you need one.Your participation in CDC’s v-safe makes a difference — it helps keep COVID-19 vaccines safe.
How can I participate?
Once you get a COVID-19 vaccine, you can enroll in v-safe using your smartphone. Participation is voluntary and you can opt out at any time. You will receive text messages from v-safe around 2p.m. local time. To opt out, simply text “STOP” when v-safe sends you a text message. You can also start v-safe again by texting “START.”
Is my health information safe?
Yes. Your personal information in v-safe is protected so that it stays confidential and private.*
* To the extent v-safe uses existing information systems managed by CDC, FDA, and other federal agencies, the systems employ strict security measures appropriate for the data’s level of sensitivity.
How to register and use v-safe
A. Register
1.Go to the v-safe website Use your smartphone’s browser to go to vsafe.cdc.gov
2.Read the instructions. Click Get Started.
3.Enter your name, mobile number, and other requested information. Click Register.
4.You will receive a text message with a verification code on your smartphone. Enter the code inv-safe and click Verify.
5.At the top of the screen, click Enter vaccine information.
6.Select which COVID-19 vaccine you received (found on your vaccination record card; if you cannot find your card, please contact your healthcare provider). Then enter the date you were vaccinated. Click Next.
7.Review your vaccine information. If correct, click Submit. If not, click Go Back.
8.Congrats! You’re all set! If you complete your registration before 2p.m. local time, v-safe will start your initial health check-in around 2p.m. that day. If you register after 2p.m., v-safe will start your initial health check-in immediately after you register — just follow the instructions.You will receive a reminder text message from v-safe when it’s time for the next check-in — around 2 p.m. local time. Just click the link in the text message to start the check-in.
B. Complete a v-safe health check-in
1.When you receive a v-safe check-in text message on your smartphone, click the link when ready.
2.Follow the instructions to complete the check-in
Troubleshooting
How can I come back and finish a check-in later if I’m interrupted?ƒ
Click the link in the text message reminder to restart and complete your check-in.
How do I update my vaccine information after my second COVID-19 vaccine dose?
ƒV-safe will automatically ask you to update your second dose information. Just follow the instructions
Need help with v-safe?
Call 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636)
TTY 888-232-6348
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Visit www.cdc.gov/vsafe
V-Safe Resources:
Introduction
https://www.cdc.gov/vsafe
Sign up (after 1st COVID vaccination)
https://vsafe.cdc.gov
Print Resources
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/vsafe/printresources.html
V-Safe Information Sheet (PDF)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/pdfs/v-safe-information-sheet-508c.pdf
V-Safe Flyer (PDF)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/pdfs/v-safe-poster-qr-508.pdf
What is V-Safe?
V-safe is a smartphone-based tool that uses text messaging and web surveys to provide personalized health check-ins after you receive a COVID-19 vaccination. Through v-safe, you can quickly tell CDC if you have any side effects after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Depending on your answers, someone from CDC may call to check on you. And v-safe will remind you to get your second COVID-19 vaccine dose if you need one.Your participation in CDC’s v-safe makes a difference — it helps keep COVID-19 vaccines safe.
How can I participate?
Once you get a COVID-19 vaccine, you can enroll in v-safe using your smartphone. Participation is voluntary and you can opt out at any time. You will receive text messages from v-safe around 2p.m. local time. To opt out, simply text “STOP” when v-safe sends you a text message. You can also start v-safe again by texting “START.”
Is my health information safe?
Yes. Your personal information in v-safe is protected so that it stays confidential and private.*
* To the extent v-safe uses existing information systems managed by CDC, FDA, and other federal agencies, the systems employ strict security measures appropriate for the data’s level of sensitivity.
How to register and use v-safe
A. Register
1.Go to the v-safe website Use your smartphone’s browser to go to vsafe.cdc.gov
2.Read the instructions. Click Get Started.
3.Enter your name, mobile number, and other requested information. Click Register.
4.You will receive a text message with a verification code on your smartphone. Enter the code inv-safe and click Verify.
5.At the top of the screen, click Enter vaccine information.
6.Select which COVID-19 vaccine you received (found on your vaccination record card; if you cannot find your card, please contact your healthcare provider). Then enter the date you were vaccinated. Click Next.
7.Review your vaccine information. If correct, click Submit. If not, click Go Back.
8.Congrats! You’re all set! If you complete your registration before 2p.m. local time, v-safe will start your initial health check-in around 2p.m. that day. If you register after 2p.m., v-safe will start your initial health check-in immediately after you register — just follow the instructions.You will receive a reminder text message from v-safe when it’s time for the next check-in — around 2 p.m. local time. Just click the link in the text message to start the check-in.
B. Complete a v-safe health check-in
1.When you receive a v-safe check-in text message on your smartphone, click the link when ready.
2.Follow the instructions to complete the check-in
Troubleshooting
How can I come back and finish a check-in later if I’m interrupted?ƒ
Click the link in the text message reminder to restart and complete your check-in.
How do I update my vaccine information after my second COVID-19 vaccine dose?
ƒV-safe will automatically ask you to update your second dose information. Just follow the instructions
Need help with v-safe?
Call 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636)
TTY 888-232-6348
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Visit www.cdc.gov/vsafe
Posted 2/16/2021
02/16/2021 Diane R. announcements
2/16/2021 COVID Vaccine Resources
How Do I Get the two Covid-19 Vaccines?
Emily Lord, MSW Student, Community Life Foundation
If you need assistance making an appointment, contact Mona Sanger
Display PDF
2/15/2021 COVID
Arrowhead Gardens is easing into Phase 2.
Amenities are being opened gradually, including the Computer Room
Display Image
02/09/2021 COVID
The Atlantic is making COVID articles available to all readers
https://www.theatlantic.com/category/what-you-need-know-coronavirus/
02/14/2021 COVID
Washington State COVID Vaccine Finder
https://www.geekwire.com/2021/eligible-covid-19-vaccine-seattle-techies-help-create-site-shows-open-appointments/
> https://www.covidwa.com/
02/13/2021 COVID VACCINE HELP
If you are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but are having difficulty scheduling an appointment, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) COVID-19 Assistance Hotline can help. Language assistance is available.
https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/COVID19/ContactUs
Dial 1-800-525-0127, then press #. If you can’t reach the hotline, please call the alternate number, 888-856-5816
(a Spanish option is available).
6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday-Friday
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and observed state holidays
02/11/2021 CDC COVID Masks
Wearing a cloth mask over a medical procedure mask (double masking), or knotting the ear loops of a medical procedure mask, then tucking in and flattening the extra material near the face were found by the CDC in experiments to reduce exposure from simulated cough particles.
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7007e1.htm
PDF https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/pdfs/mm7007e1-H.pdf
02/05/2021 COVID
King County COVID-19 Vaccination Sites in Auburn and Kent: Talking Points
Key Message: Beginning February 1, 2021, King County will operate COVID-19 vaccination sites in Auburn and Kent to serve people in south King County who are 1) age 75 and older, or 2) age 50 and older who cannot live independently, or are living with and caring for their kin, or 3) a caregiver/home care worker. Each site will offer up to 500 free vaccinations each day. Additional groups will be able to schedule appointments at these sites as vaccine supply increases.
Download PDF
02/02/2021 COVID
COVID-19 Vaccine Locations Feb-2-2021
from Community Life Foundation
Download PDF
2/01/2021 COVID
Covid vaccines: Those that work - and the others on the way
By James Gallagher, BBC
Health and science correspondent
https://www.bbc.com/news/health-51665497
02/01/2021 COVID DATA via The Atlantic Journal
The Atlantic supported Covid Tracking Project will stop collecting data on March 7th.
"With federal agencies stepping up, the volunteer group feels it can take a step back."
https://covidtracking.com/
---
From The Atlantic: How CDC handed over hospitalization-data control to HHS
Hospitalization data reveal the condition of the country’s hospitals: COVID-19 admissions, currently hospitalized patients, ICU availability, and access to personal protective equipment and other supplies. Over time the HHS system has become the most reliable source of federal pandemic data.
https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/01/hhs-hospitalization-pandemic-data/617725/
---
Examining the COVID Tracking Project’s map of the HHS release, one can zoom in on Seattle, say, and find data about how full any given hospital’s ICU is that week. It provides an unprecedented look at precisely how much pressure COVID-19 places on our health-care systems. The White House’s Coronavirus Task Force is now using this kind of information to dispatch medical support teams to hard-hit areas.
https://covidtracking.com/data/hospital-facilities#-122.29871717257367,47.6199117070567,11.112143289795029
02/16/2021 Diane R. announcements
- Safeway.com pharmacies are providing shots by appointment. All stores are not doing them but we have verified 128th and Roxbury stores. By appointment only!
2/16/2021 COVID Vaccine Resources
How Do I Get the two Covid-19 Vaccines?
Emily Lord, MSW Student, Community Life Foundation
If you need assistance making an appointment, contact Mona Sanger
Display PDF
2/15/2021 COVID
Arrowhead Gardens is easing into Phase 2.
Amenities are being opened gradually, including the Computer Room
Display Image
02/09/2021 COVID
The Atlantic is making COVID articles available to all readers
https://www.theatlantic.com/category/what-you-need-know-coronavirus/
02/14/2021 COVID
Washington State COVID Vaccine Finder
https://www.geekwire.com/2021/eligible-covid-19-vaccine-seattle-techies-help-create-site-shows-open-appointments/
> https://www.covidwa.com/
02/13/2021 COVID VACCINE HELP
If you are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but are having difficulty scheduling an appointment, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) COVID-19 Assistance Hotline can help. Language assistance is available.
https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/COVID19/ContactUs
Dial 1-800-525-0127, then press #. If you can’t reach the hotline, please call the alternate number, 888-856-5816
(a Spanish option is available).
6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday-Friday
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and observed state holidays
02/11/2021 CDC COVID Masks
Wearing a cloth mask over a medical procedure mask (double masking), or knotting the ear loops of a medical procedure mask, then tucking in and flattening the extra material near the face were found by the CDC in experiments to reduce exposure from simulated cough particles.
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7007e1.htm
PDF https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/pdfs/mm7007e1-H.pdf
02/05/2021 COVID
King County COVID-19 Vaccination Sites in Auburn and Kent: Talking Points
Key Message: Beginning February 1, 2021, King County will operate COVID-19 vaccination sites in Auburn and Kent to serve people in south King County who are 1) age 75 and older, or 2) age 50 and older who cannot live independently, or are living with and caring for their kin, or 3) a caregiver/home care worker. Each site will offer up to 500 free vaccinations each day. Additional groups will be able to schedule appointments at these sites as vaccine supply increases.
Download PDF
02/02/2021 COVID
COVID-19 Vaccine Locations Feb-2-2021
from Community Life Foundation
Download PDF
2/01/2021 COVID
Covid vaccines: Those that work - and the others on the way
By James Gallagher, BBC
Health and science correspondent
https://www.bbc.com/news/health-51665497
02/01/2021 COVID DATA via The Atlantic Journal
The Atlantic supported Covid Tracking Project will stop collecting data on March 7th.
"With federal agencies stepping up, the volunteer group feels it can take a step back."
https://covidtracking.com/
---
From The Atlantic: How CDC handed over hospitalization-data control to HHS
Hospitalization data reveal the condition of the country’s hospitals: COVID-19 admissions, currently hospitalized patients, ICU availability, and access to personal protective equipment and other supplies. Over time the HHS system has become the most reliable source of federal pandemic data.
https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/01/hhs-hospitalization-pandemic-data/617725/
---
Examining the COVID Tracking Project’s map of the HHS release, one can zoom in on Seattle, say, and find data about how full any given hospital’s ICU is that week. It provides an unprecedented look at precisely how much pressure COVID-19 places on our health-care systems. The White House’s Coronavirus Task Force is now using this kind of information to dispatch medical support teams to hard-hit areas.
https://covidtracking.com/data/hospital-facilities#-122.29871717257367,47.6199117070567,11.112143289795029
Posted 2/2/2021
Download PDF: COVID-19 Vaccine Locations Feb-2-2021 (Web links are active)
Or read the PDF file below (web links are not active)
Prepared by
Emily Lord, MSW Student
Community Life Foundation
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Emily Lord, MSW Student
Community Life Foundation
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Posted 1/27/2021
01/25/2021
5 Reasons to Wear a Mask Even After You’re Vaccinated
https://khn.org/news/article/5-reasons-to-wear-a-mask-even-after-youre-vaccinated/
01/25/2021
How to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Seattle, King County and Washington state
Jan. 25, 2021 at 2:02 pm Updated Jan. 25, 2021 at 2:19 pm
https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/health/how-to-get-a-covid-19-vaccine-in-seattle-king-county-and-washington-state/
COVID-19 Vaccination Locations
Here is a Map of places where you can get a COVID-19 vaccination in Washington State.
Sea Mar - White Center
9650 15th Ave SW #100, Seattle, WA 98106
https://www.seamar.org/covid-vaccine.html
https://www.seamar.org/services-king.html
Check before going to a clinic to see which sites have vaccines available.
P: 206.965.1000 F: 206.965.1001
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / Monday to Friday
1/21/2021
Take a crash course in cell biology.
How Moderna’s mRNA Vaccine Works
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/health/moderna-covid-19-vaccine.html
01/25/2021
5 Reasons to Wear a Mask Even After You’re Vaccinated
https://khn.org/news/article/5-reasons-to-wear-a-mask-even-after-youre-vaccinated/
01/25/2021
How to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Seattle, King County and Washington state
Jan. 25, 2021 at 2:02 pm Updated Jan. 25, 2021 at 2:19 pm
https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/health/how-to-get-a-covid-19-vaccine-in-seattle-king-county-and-washington-state/
COVID-19 Vaccination Locations
Here is a Map of places where you can get a COVID-19 vaccination in Washington State.
Sea Mar - White Center
9650 15th Ave SW #100, Seattle, WA 98106
https://www.seamar.org/covid-vaccine.html
https://www.seamar.org/services-king.html
Check before going to a clinic to see which sites have vaccines available.
P: 206.965.1000 F: 206.965.1001
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / Monday to Friday
1/21/2021
Take a crash course in cell biology.
How Moderna’s mRNA Vaccine Works
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/health/moderna-covid-19-vaccine.html
Posted 1/19/2021
How Do I Get the two Covid-19 Vaccines? > Download PDF Version
- First call your doctor to schedule vaccine appointments
- If not available, go to PHASE FINDER and answer the questions to confirm that you are eligible for the vaccines. (If you qualify, take a screen shot and find a vaccine location near you.)
- Once you confirm you are eligible call or go online to schedule the appointments. Note: You must have an appointment to receive the vaccines as of January 2021, watch for additional updates in the future.
- Call Mona or MSW students for assistance or questions
SEATTLE-UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON HARBORVIEW Login at https://mychart.uwmedicine.org/ Call: (855)-520-8700 |
SEATTLE-SWEDISH HOSPITAL ONLY AVALIABLE AT SEATTLE UNIVERSITY CAMPUS Schedule online at https://www.solvhealth.com/book-online/gQ8ERp |
RENTON-PAIN CARE PHYSICANS Call: (206) 538-6300 |
BURIEN-ST. ANNE HOSPITAL (FORMERLY HIGHLINE MEDICAL CENTER) Schedule online at https://www.chifranciscan.org/patients-and-visitors/covid-19/vaccine-information.html Call: (206)-971-0425 |
**Expect LONG wait times on the phone**
Submitted by Community Life Foundation Resident Services
Kaiser Permanente -- https://kp.org/wa/e-visit -- 1‑800‑352‑3610 -- Posted 1-20-2021
New information about distribution of COVID‑19 vaccines 1-20-2021
We have important information to share with you about the distribution of the 2 safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines that have been approved. We are excited to have these vaccines available, and we know that many of you are interested in receiving it. Because the vaccines are still in very short supply, Kaiser Permanente is following the guidelines for distribution from federal and state health departments, and it could take several weeks to schedule an appointment for the vaccine if you are eligible.
Current Phase 1: Tiers A1, A2, and B1 vaccine distribution
The groups listed below are the first individuals eligible to receive the vaccine. People in Tiers A1 and A2 have been eligible since late December. On January 18, Washington state Governor Jay Inslee announced that people in Tier B1 are also eligible and expanded this tier to include people 65 and over.
Tiers A1 and A2
You must have an appointment. Appointments are being scheduled for the vaccine we have available. These appointments are for people in Phase 1, Tier A1, A2, and B1. If you believe you are in one of these groups, go to kp.org/wa/e-visit and complete an e-visit.
If the e-visit determines that you are eligible for the vaccine, you will be directed to a website to make an appointment. You'll be able to make an appointment to receive the first dose of the vaccine and the second dose (2 doses are needed) that must be given a few weeks later. If you believe you are in Phase 1, Tier A1, A2, or B1 and don't have computer access, please call 1‑800‑352‑3610 for assistance.
COVID-19 vaccinations will be given at select Kaiser Permanente sites. You will need to return to the same site for the second dose of the vaccine.
Please note that while we have added many appointment times, an appointment may not be immediately available. It will take several weeks before we'll have enough vaccine on hand to vaccinate everyone who is now eligible. We ask for your patience as we all work toward the same goal: getting this critical vaccine to everyone who is eligible.
We have important information to share with you about the distribution of the 2 safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines that have been approved. We are excited to have these vaccines available, and we know that many of you are interested in receiving it. Because the vaccines are still in very short supply, Kaiser Permanente is following the guidelines for distribution from federal and state health departments, and it could take several weeks to schedule an appointment for the vaccine if you are eligible.
Current Phase 1: Tiers A1, A2, and B1 vaccine distribution
The groups listed below are the first individuals eligible to receive the vaccine. People in Tiers A1 and A2 have been eligible since late December. On January 18, Washington state Governor Jay Inslee announced that people in Tier B1 are also eligible and expanded this tier to include people 65 and over.
Tiers A1 and A2
- Workers in health care setting
- First responders
- Workers and residents in long-term care facilities
- People 65 and older
- People 50 years and older in a multigenerational household (defined as a home where individuals from 2 or more generations reside, such as an elder and a grandchild. This does not include a parent or guardian caring for a child or teen.)
You must have an appointment. Appointments are being scheduled for the vaccine we have available. These appointments are for people in Phase 1, Tier A1, A2, and B1. If you believe you are in one of these groups, go to kp.org/wa/e-visit and complete an e-visit.
If the e-visit determines that you are eligible for the vaccine, you will be directed to a website to make an appointment. You'll be able to make an appointment to receive the first dose of the vaccine and the second dose (2 doses are needed) that must be given a few weeks later. If you believe you are in Phase 1, Tier A1, A2, or B1 and don't have computer access, please call 1‑800‑352‑3610 for assistance.
COVID-19 vaccinations will be given at select Kaiser Permanente sites. You will need to return to the same site for the second dose of the vaccine.
Please note that while we have added many appointment times, an appointment may not be immediately available. It will take several weeks before we'll have enough vaccine on hand to vaccinate everyone who is now eligible. We ask for your patience as we all work toward the same goal: getting this critical vaccine to everyone who is eligible.
wa VACCINATION LOCATIONS - POSTED 1-20-2021
Posted 1/18/2021
Everyone 65 and over immediately eligible for coronavirus vaccination under newly announced guidelines
Governor announces public-private partnership to ramp up vaccination
Acknowledging lagging coronavirus vaccine distribution, Gov. Jay Inslee announced a public-private partnership that he said would speed up the process by creating new vaccinations sites, mobilize thousands of workers and make everyone in Washington 65 and over immediately eligible.
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Everyone 65 and over immediately eligible for coronavirus vaccination under newly announced guidelines
Governor announces public-private partnership to ramp up vaccination
Acknowledging lagging coronavirus vaccine distribution, Gov. Jay Inslee announced a public-private partnership that he said would speed up the process by creating new vaccinations sites, mobilize thousands of workers and make everyone in Washington 65 and over immediately eligible.
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- Washington is receiving 100,000 doses per week.
- Phase 1A Continues as planned
Posted 1/16/2021
Post-COVID lungs worse than the worst smokers' lungs, surgeon says
Dr. Brittany Bankhead-Kendall said patients who've had COVID-19 symptoms show a severe chest X-ray every time, and those who were asymptomatic show a severe chest X-ray 70% to 80% of the time.
Post-COVID lungs worse than the worst smokers' lungs, surgeon says
Dr. Brittany Bankhead-Kendall said patients who've had COVID-19 symptoms show a severe chest X-ray every time, and those who were asymptomatic show a severe chest X-ray 70% to 80% of the time.
Posted 1/15/2021
City of Seattle Approved to be Vaccine Distributor; Seattle Fire Department Launches Mobile Vaccination Teams to Focus on Adult Family Homes
by Kelsey Nyland on January 12, 2021
SFD Mobile Vaccination Teams to Vaccinate Adult Family Homes Not Served by the Federal Partnership with CVS/Walgreens
City’s Goal to Vaccinate Nearly 1,000 Adult Family Home Residents and Staff Within Next Two Weeks
SEATTLE (January 12, 2021) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan today announced new City of Seattle actions to support vaccination efforts in Seattle and Washington state. On January 9, 2021, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) approved the City to serve as a vaccine distributor, meaning the City is eligible to receive weekly shipments of vaccine from DOH and can administer vaccine to Seattle residents and workers. Following this approval, the Seattle Fire Department (SFD) will quickly launch two mobile vaccination teams to vaccinate nearly 1,000 residents and staff at Adult Family Homes (AFHs) within the next two weeks.
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City of Seattle Approved to be Vaccine Distributor; Seattle Fire Department Launches Mobile Vaccination Teams to Focus on Adult Family Homes
by Kelsey Nyland on January 12, 2021
SFD Mobile Vaccination Teams to Vaccinate Adult Family Homes Not Served by the Federal Partnership with CVS/Walgreens
City’s Goal to Vaccinate Nearly 1,000 Adult Family Home Residents and Staff Within Next Two Weeks
SEATTLE (January 12, 2021) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan today announced new City of Seattle actions to support vaccination efforts in Seattle and Washington state. On January 9, 2021, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) approved the City to serve as a vaccine distributor, meaning the City is eligible to receive weekly shipments of vaccine from DOH and can administer vaccine to Seattle residents and workers. Following this approval, the Seattle Fire Department (SFD) will quickly launch two mobile vaccination teams to vaccinate nearly 1,000 residents and staff at Adult Family Homes (AFHs) within the next two weeks.
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Posted 1/12/2021
Linked here is the January 8 edition of News Just For You
from the Community Life Foundation.
In this issue you’ll find:
01/07/2021
Community Life Foundation Flyer: Vaccine Timeline - PDF Link Overview of vaccines phases 1a and 1b
Vaccination Phases Infographic - PDF Link Summary of all vaccine phases 1-5.
01/07/2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Information from Washington DOH
http://CovidVaccineWA.org
>> https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/COVID19/Vaccine
>>> Vaccine Timeline with glossary of terms
>>> Find Your Phase http://FindYourPhaseWA.org
King County Health Department
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/covid-19.aspx
Linked here is the January 8 edition of News Just For You
from the Community Life Foundation.
In this issue you’ll find:
- Information on the science behind the COVID vaccine
- A link to the new PhaseFinder tool that will help you know your place in the vaccine line
01/07/2021
Community Life Foundation Flyer: Vaccine Timeline - PDF Link Overview of vaccines phases 1a and 1b
Vaccination Phases Infographic - PDF Link Summary of all vaccine phases 1-5.
01/07/2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Information from Washington DOH
http://CovidVaccineWA.org
>> https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/COVID19/Vaccine
>>> Vaccine Timeline with glossary of terms
>>> Find Your Phase http://FindYourPhaseWA.org
King County Health Department
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/covid-19.aspx
Posted 1/11/2021
Inslee announces “Healthy Washington–Roadmap to Recovery”
The state will shift to a two-phase system in accordance with regional case counts.
Gov. Jay Inslee today announced “Healthy Washington — Roadmap to Recovery,” a COVID-19 phased recovery plan. Beginning on January 11, the state will follow a regional recovery approach with every region beginning in Phase 1.
... continue reading here.
Download Roadmap PDF
Inslee announces “Healthy Washington–Roadmap to Recovery”
The state will shift to a two-phase system in accordance with regional case counts.
Gov. Jay Inslee today announced “Healthy Washington — Roadmap to Recovery,” a COVID-19 phased recovery plan. Beginning on January 11, the state will follow a regional recovery approach with every region beginning in Phase 1.
... continue reading here.
Download Roadmap PDF