Health & Fitness
Free COVID-19 Test Events In Montclair Set For Thanksgiving Week
One of the events has a time set aside for people with disabilities and seniors over 65, Montclair officials said.
MONTCLAIR, NJ — A series of free coronavirus testing events are taking place during Thanksgiving week in Montclair, officials recently announced.
According to a news release from Mayor Sean Spiller and the Township Council, several COVID-19 testing events have been scheduled for 2 to 7 p.m. at the Essex County Glenfield Park Wally Choice Community Center, 49 Maple Avenue.
Insurance is requested but not required. Participants are asked not to eat or drink 30 minutes before testing.
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The first event took place on Nov. 23, with another event taking place on Nov. 24. Future events are scheduled for:
- Monday, Nov. 30
- Tuesday, Dec. 1
- Monday, Dec. 7
- Tuesday, Dec. 8
The Tuesday, Dec. 1 testing event at the Essex County Glenfield Park Wally Choice Community Center has added a special hour for people with disabilities and seniors over the age of 65, which will take place from 1 to 2 p.m.
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An appointment will be required. Call 973-567-9067 to schedule an appointment.
The Tuesday, December 1 #COVID19 testing event at the Glenfield Park Wally Choice Community Center added a special hour for testing senior citizens and people with disabilities: 1 to 2 PM. Appointment required. Call 973-567-9067 to schedule.
— Montclair, NJ (@MontclairNJGov) November 25, 2020
“I once again thank Governor Phil Murphy’s staff for partnering with us to bring these much-needed pre- and post-holiday testing events to Montclair,” said Mayor Spiller. “We continue to encourage everyone to get tested and follow all health and safety protocols to help ensure the well-being of our community.”
As of Thursday, Montclair has seen 943 cumulative COVID-19 cases, with 57 deaths linked to the disease, according to municipal officials.
As of 11-26-20, the confirmed number of #COVID19 cases in Montclair increased from 938 to 943; the number of individuals who did not survive remains at 57. Data for the week is available here: https://t.co/Kqir5MeM07
— Montclair, NJ (@MontclairNJGov) November 26, 2020
Mayor @SeanMSpiller and the Township Council are pleased to announce six #COVID19 testing events to be held in Montclair from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m., on November 23, 24 and 30, and December 1, 7 and 8, at the Essex County Glenfield Park Wally Choice Community Center, 49 Maple Avenue. pic.twitter.com/bx96Kt88ec
— Montclair, NJ (@MontclairNJGov) November 20, 2020
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