Moorpark Coronavirus Vaccine Update For February 23

Press release from the City of Moorpark:

February 23, 2021

Feb. 23 COVID-19 Vaccine Update: Vaccine Eligibility Expanding March 1

This is a re-broadcast of information from the County of Ventura. For fastest information, sign up to receive vaccine updates directly from the County of Ventura at www.venturacountyrecovers.org/vaccine-information/subscribe-vaccine/

Register Now: People Ages 65+ and Health Care Workers

Health care workers and individuals ages 65 and older can register now to be vaccinated in Ventura County. You must live in Ventura County, show proof of residency and proof of age upon arrival at the appointment. Appointments can be accessed at the following link:

• www.venturacountyrecovers.org/vaccine-information/portal/

You may also schedule an appointment by calling (805) 477-7161. Appointments continue to be limited because of limited vaccine supply. If an older adult needs transportation to vaccine appointments, please call the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging for free travel assistance at (805) 477-7300.

March 1: Vaccine Eligibility Expands

Beginning March 1, the County of Ventura will begin vaccinating teachers, child care providers, first responders, and food and agricultural workers who are eligible under the State's Phase 1B Tier. Vaccine supply will continue to be the limiting factor for Ventura County, which has the capability of vaccinating many more people than it receives doses of the COVID-19 vaccines.

What to Do Now

• If you’re a health care worker or aged 65+, please register for a vaccine appointment online at www.venturacountyrecovers.org/vaccine-information/portal/.
• If you're a teacher, child care provider, first responder, or food/agricultural worker, be ready to register at the above link on March 1.
• All other community members can stay informed on phases on the vaccine webpage at www.venturacountyrecovers.org/vaccine-information/prioritization/ and register to receive updates at www.venturacountyrecovers.org/vaccine-information/subscribe-vaccine/.

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This press release was produced by the City of Moorpark. The views expressed here are the author’s own.