Detroit expands COVID vaccine eligibility to all local workers who live or work in the city

The city of Detroit has increased eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to include anyone who lives or works in the city and has to report to work.

Previously, only certain categories of workers reporting to a workplace, such as teachers, postal workers, food handlers and manufacturing workers, were eligible. Eligibility has now been extended to all local employees, as long as they live or work in the city, such as bank branch employees and other executive employees.

Mayor Mike Duggan said any large employer capable of aligning at least 100 employees in advance can ask the Detroit Department of Health to carry out vaccines on the spot, instead of having to travel to the TCF. Employers able to gather large groups of more than 100 employees over the course of a day can call the Detroit Means Business call center at (844) 333-8249 to schedule a visit to the Department of Health.

All other on-site workers now eligible should schedule their appointment by calling the central vaccine scheduling number in the city at 313-230-0505.

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Eligibility is also being expanded to include any Detroit resident aged 16 or over who has an intellectual or developmental disability or underlying medical condition described in previous expansions. The expansion also includes the caregivers and / or guardians of these individuals.

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‘Saturdays for the elderly’ expands

The city of Detroit is expanding eligibility for its senior citizen Saturday vaccination events, which will now be called Community Saturdays to reflect broader eligibility. In addition to any Detroiter aged 50 or over, any Detroit resident aged 18 or over who has to perform at a workplace in or outside the city, can schedule a meeting for Saturday community events this weekend. . The complete list of locations is:

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• Greater Emmanuel COGIC in 19190 Schaefer

• New Providence Baptist at 18211 Plymouth

• Galilee Baptist Church at 5251 E. Outer Drive

• Great Faith Ministries International at 10735 Grand River in Oakman

• Grace Community Church at 21001 Moross Road (second dose only)

• Kemeny recreation center at 2260 S. Fort Street (second dose only)

• Irmandade Chapel at 7707 W. Outer Drive (second dose only)

• Second Ebenezer Church in 14601 Dequindre (only second dose)

The hours for each Saturday location in the community are from 9 am to 1 pm, except the Chapel of the Brotherhood, which will operate from 9 am to 2 pm, due to the increased demand. Up to 500 doses of the vaccine will be available at each location each day.

The full list of eligible individuals who can schedule TCF appointments now includes:

• NEW: Anyone living or working in Detroit for an employer who requires reporting to a workplace

• NEW: Any Detroit resident aged 16 or older with an underlying disability or medical condition, as well as their caregiver and / or guardian.

• Any Detroit city resident aged 50 or over

• Detroit city employees or city-related agencies who are working at their regular workplace (employees working from home are not eligible at this time)

• Paid and unpaid people in healthcare facilities with the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials working in Detroit

• Members of the city’s disabled community

Scheduling details

Vaccines will be administered by appointment only. Workers and residents will not be vaccinated without first making an appointment. Individuals should call 313-230-0505 to schedule.

For greater efficiency and convenience, the city recommends that, when possible, eligible members of the same family or neighbors book together and arrive in the same vehicle. Essential Group B workers are required to provide their employer’s name and their most recent paycheck to verify their eligibility.

Second vaccination required

When they schedule their appointment, individuals who receive Pfizer or Moderna will be provided TWO consultation dates, one for the first dose and one for the second required dose. The call center team will contact each scheduled person before their second appointment to remind them. Individuals will also receive specific instructions on when and where to arrive at the TCF Center, where they must complete a basic consent form.

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After receiving the vaccination, individuals should remain for a period of approximately 15 minutes to make sure that they are not experiencing any side effects. The medical team will be on hand to assist anyone who may experience any side effects. Consultations should last approximately one hour after the person arrives for the consultation.

$ 2 tours available

The city continues to schedule vaccination appointments at the TCF Center and is offering rides to the TCF for just $ 2 for Detroit residents who need transportation. Tours must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. If a wheelchair accessible vehicle is required, one will be provided. Qualified Detroit residents can make an appointment by calling 313-230-0505.