To receive COVID-19 updates and information from the NYC Emergency Management Office, text "COVID" to 692-692.
VACCINE ELIGIBILITY The city and state have expanded vaccine eligibility to New Yorkers who are 5 and older. Learn more about eligibility at http://on.nyc.gov/2LxKI7n
VACCINES FOR THE HOMEBOUND POPULATION We have been following the vaccination efforts of the City very closely and offered to help in any way we can to ensure that all eligible Staten Islanders who wish to be vaccinated have that opportunity. Some time ago, we identified the homebound population as one that was slow to be vaccinated. Good news! We understand from our partners in City government that the Homebound Vaccination program is not only up and running, but can absolutely handle the capacity of homebound Staten Islanders who wish to be vaccinated. So even if you or a loved one had signed up previously, please reach back out to be sure you are screened and given an appointment. Please call 877-829-4692 or visit NYC.gov/homebound to be included and fill out the form at https://forms.cityofnewyork.us/f/homebound
VACCINE DISTRIBUTION Many people are trying to make an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine, and with limited supply, that can be frustrating. Here's what you need to know about vaccine distribution.
BOOSTERS The New York State guidance authorizes providers to give booster doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at least six months after completion of the primary series. Those eligible include:
individuals 65 years of age and older
residents 18 years of age and older in long-term care settings
individuals 50 to 64 years of age with medical conditions that leave them at risk for severe COVID-19
individuals 18 to 49 years of age who have certain medical conditions, based on their individual benefits and risks
individuals 18 through 64 years of age at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting
WHAT YOU NEED TO GET A VACCINE Have an appointment for the Vaccine? Here's what you will need to register at the vaccination site and get your shot:
If you are eligible for the vaccine based on employment, you must attest that your job requires you to have in-person contact with the public, co-workers, or that you are unable to work remotely. In addition, you must provide proof of employment in New York, such as an employee ID card, a letter from your employer or affiliated organization, or a recent pay stub.
If you are eligible for the vaccine based on your age, you must show proof of age and New York residency. (Proof of age may include a driver’s license or non-driver ID, an IDNYC card, a birth certificate issued by a state or local government, a current U.S passport or valid foreign passport, a permanent resident card, a certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship, a life insurance policy with birthdate or a marriage certificate with birthdate. Proof of residency may include one of the following: State or government-issued ID, a statement from your landlord, a current rent receipt or lease, mortgage records or two of the following: a statement from another person, current mail or school records.)
