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Feb 09 2021

COVID-19 Info/Links: Avery County 1st Responder Vaccine (Latest Link 2/22/2021)

2/22/2021 Update:

The COVID-19 Vaccine is limited.  Attached is a link that you can go to sign up for your first dose vaccine For First Responders. This link is also found at AVERYCOUNTYNC.GOV under Emergency Managements page. If you have any questions please call Paul Buchanan (900).

http://averycountync.gov/covid_vaccine_request/index.php

2/10/21 Update:

NC Governor Roy Cooper – “Beginning February 24, the state will expand eligibility to Group 3, starting with educators and school personnel and expanding to additional Group 3 frontline workers on March 10. This allows us to balance the number of people with limited supply to ensure we use up our doses.” “On Feb. 24, educators will be the first in Group 3 to be eligible to get their shot. This includes teachers, principals, childcare providers, bus drivers, custodial and cafeteria staff and others in our pre-K-12 schools and childcare centers. We anticipate it’ll be ~240K people.”  Link to detailed article below:

Gov. Cooper Outlines Timeline on Group 3 COVID-19 Vaccine Prioritization – WataugaOnline.com

2/9/21 Update:

1/26/21 Update:

Good News–More first-dose vaccination appointments have been opened for patients who are age 65 and older and Avery County First Responders.

February 2 – February 3 – February 4: Watauga County Recreation Center (231 Complex Drive, Boone, NC)

If you haven’t yet received your first dose of the vaccine, please use the links below to schedule your appointment:

  1. Use this link to register as 65 and older: Schedule Appointment with Appalachian Regional Healthcare System (as.me)  No Appointments Available (as of 2/9/21) 🙁 
  2. Use this link to register via Vaccine Interest Form as an Avery County Fire Fighter: COVID-19 Vaccinations – AppHealthCare

1/25/21 Update:

The Avery County COVID-19 vaccine clinic scheduled for Tuesday, January 26 has been canceled. The Avery County Health Department as of Friday 1/22/2021 administered all allotted vaccine. Please view averycountync.gov for updates regarding the planned clinics on Wednesday and Thursday.

1/19/21 Update:

This was a “special notice” specifically for all Avery 1st Responder/Fire Fighter’s to get your COVID-19 vaccine on Sat-1/23/21.  No appointment necessary.  Please see link and information below:

  • For Avery County, Use this link  https://apprhs.org/cvafr/ to preregister for the walk in clinic (Cannon-Baker Center for Primary Care-436 Hospital Drive, Suite 230, Linville, NC 28646) on Saturday-January 23 between 8:00 am – 10:30 am to receive your vaccine. The clinic will be first come, first served as long as supplies last.

1/14/21 Update:

  1. Phase 1b now includes 65 and older residents in addition to 75 and older;
  2. Both Avery and Watauga now have an input link/form to schedule your COVID-19 appointment.  Please see below:

Specific vaccination questions should be directed to: either the Watauga County Health Dept. (828) 795-1970 or the Avery County Health Dept. (828) 733-8273 respectively, thank you!

1/12/21 Update:

COVID-19 vaccinations are managed through the NC-Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).  Please see the NC-DHHS COVID19 frequently asked questions and two paths towards receiving Covid19 vaccination in either Avery or Watauga County’s.  We are currently in COVID Vaccination Phase 1a and 1b (phase 1b just started on 1/11/21).  The vaccination program where, how and when are changing constantly.  We will keep you updated as phases and options continue to change.  The Beech Mountain Volunteer Fire Department wants you to stay safe and healthy!!

NC DHHS COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions

02/04/2021:

01/12/2021:

Where will I be able to get vaccinated?

Currently, vaccines are being sent to providers in North Carolina based on their ability to reach prioritized populations. Health care workers at highest risk for COVID-19 exposure and long-term care staff and residents are being vaccinated in hospitals, local health departments, or at their long-term care facilities. As vaccines become more widely available, vaccinations will be offered to everyone who wants one in clinics and pharmacies, as well as vaccination events in communities. We will continue to expand the available sites so that people have a spot where they can easily get their vaccine. When more vaccine is available, we will include information on where to take your shot against COVID-19 at YourSpotYourShot.nc.gov. Your health care provider will also be able to help you find where to take your shot against COVID-19.

How will I know when it’s my turn to get a vaccine?

Those most at risk get it first. YourSpotYourShot.nc.gov is updated regularly with information about who can currently get vaccinated. Talk with your health care provider or employer about where your spot is based on your health and job status. How quickly North Carolina moves through each phase will depend on the available vaccine supply. Currently, supplies are very limited. The federal government notifies states weekly of how much vaccine they will receive. We find out the week before how many doses of each vaccine we will receive for the following week. This makes it difficult to know when we will move to the next phase. We hope to be able to move to the next phase (1b) early in 2021.

Do I need to sign up to get vaccinated?

For people in the first group (Phase 1a), your health care employer, local health department, or long-term care facility will register you for the vaccine. You should follow the instructions they give to you. At this time, you may be registered through your employer for Phase 1a, you can also schedule at a site providing vaccinations to get registered when it is your turn in the prioritization groups.  See the information for both Avery and Watauga County below.

1-Avery County:

Avery County and the Avery County Health Department are proud to announce COVID-19 vaccines are now available for anyone 75 years or older at the Agriculture Extension Center (661 Vale Road above Ingles in Newland), beginning Tuesday January 12th – Friday, January 15thand again Wednesday, January 20 – Friday, January 22 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.   No appointments are necessary.  Please bring your insurance card and wear appropriate clothing for easy access to have the vaccination in your upper arm.  Masks are required. If you have a bleeding disorder or are on blood thinners, please contact your physician for written documentation to receive the vaccine. For questions concerning the vaccine, please call 828-733-8273.

2-Watauga County:

To schedule your vaccination in Watauga County click this link COVID-19 Vaccinations – AppHealthCare and submit via the “Vaccine Interest Form” button shown in their website below.

Specific vaccination questions should be directed to: either the Watauga County Health Dept. (828) 795-1970 or the Avery County Health Dept. (828) 733-8273 respectively, thank you!

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