COVID-19 Vaccine for People Experiencing Homelessness
Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless (ACHCH) is actively providing COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters at shelters, homeless centers, and street/encampment sites. We are committed to offering vaccine education and choice, including offering both Moderna or Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines at our clinics. ACHCH does not require an ID to get vaccinated.
As more of us become fully vaccinated and receive booster vaccines, we strengthen our ability, as a community, to respond to COVID-19, turn the curve, and end this pandemic.
ACHCH Community Care COVID-19 Vaccination Sites
Community Care COVID-19 vaccine sites are located throughout Alameda County and are accessible to anyone experiencing homelessness on a walk-in basis. There is no need to call or schedule in advance.
ACHCH Community Care COVID-19 vaccine site schedule
For more information on where to get a vaccine, please email ACHCH at covidachch@acgov.org or call (510) 891-8950. You can also visit one of the following resources:
COVID-19 Vaccination Information
The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and do not give you COVID-19, or affect your DNA. The after-effects, such as pain and soreness in the arm where you got the shot, headache, achy body, tiredness, fever, or chills, are normal signs that your body is building protection against the virus.
Who is eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine?
Who is eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster?
For more information, view all of our resources below.
For the most updated fact sheets or to access fact sheets in additional languages, please visit FDA's COVID-19 vaccines or call ACHCH at (510) 891-8950.
COVID-19 Vaccination Information for Shelters and Homeless Providers
Shelter residents are not required to get the vaccine to stay at shelters. Residents will have the opportunity to talk about the vaccine with staff and providers before they decide.
To stay up to date on vaccine and testing requirements for shelter and outreach staff please visit OSHA and CDPH Health Office Orders.
Resources to Support Vaccination Events in Shelters and Programs:
Other Resources:
(updated: 12/01/2021)
As more of us become fully vaccinated and receive booster vaccines, we strengthen our ability, as a community, to respond to COVID-19, turn the curve, and end this pandemic.
ACHCH Community Care COVID-19 Vaccination Sites
Community Care COVID-19 vaccine sites are located throughout Alameda County and are accessible to anyone experiencing homelessness on a walk-in basis. There is no need to call or schedule in advance.
ACHCH Community Care COVID-19 vaccine site schedule
For more information on where to get a vaccine, please email ACHCH at covidachch@acgov.org or call (510) 891-8950. You can also visit one of the following resources:
- Interactive map on the Alameda County for up-to-date vaccine sites and information.
- Visit East Bay Getting To Zero to get up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine information.
- Visit My Turn California to schedule an appointment to receive a COVID-19 vaccine
COVID-19 Vaccination Information
The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and do not give you COVID-19, or affect your DNA. The after-effects, such as pain and soreness in the arm where you got the shot, headache, achy body, tiredness, fever, or chills, are normal signs that your body is building protection against the virus.
Who is eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine?
- Everyone aged 5 years and older
- ACHCH is currently only able to vaccinate adults 18 years and older
Who is eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster?
- A one time COVID-19 vaccine booster dose is recommended for adults after:
- 6 months since you completed all doses of Pfizer or Moderna
- 2 months after receiving Janssen (Johnson & Johnson)
For more information, view all of our resources below.
- Should I get Vaccinated Today (English) (Spanish)
- COVID-19 vaccine: Myths, facts & frequently asked questions for people experiencing homelessness
- ACHCH COVID-19 vaccine presentation by Seth Gomez, Sr. Pharmacist
- What to expect after receiving your COVID-19 vaccine
- Homeless health providers and the COVID-19 vaccine
- Talking about the COVID-19 vaccine in shelter and street settings
- The Conversation: Black doctors, nurses, and researchers dispel misinformation and provide accessible facts about the COVID-19 vaccines. Featuring W. Kamau Bell, Dr. Damon Francis, and Alameda County homeless health care medical providers. Read press release here.
- Moderna Fact Sheet (FDA)- Recipients and Caregivers
- Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) FDA Fact Sheet - Recipients and Caregivers
- Pfizer Fact Sheet (FDA)- Recipients and Caregivers
- Johnson & Johnson Update & Info (CDPH) (en espanol)
For the most updated fact sheets or to access fact sheets in additional languages, please visit FDA's COVID-19 vaccines or call ACHCH at (510) 891-8950.
COVID-19 Vaccination Information for Shelters and Homeless Providers
Shelter residents are not required to get the vaccine to stay at shelters. Residents will have the opportunity to talk about the vaccine with staff and providers before they decide.
To stay up to date on vaccine and testing requirements for shelter and outreach staff please visit OSHA and CDPH Health Office Orders.
Resources to Support Vaccination Events in Shelters and Programs:
- COVID-19 posters (English) (Spanish)
- ACHCH Shelter Vaccination Event Checklist
- During Vaccination Clinic Activities (CDC)
- Shelter Provider Vaccination Line List Template
- Conversation Tips for Shelter Staff
- Managing Post-Vaccination After-Effects in Shelters
- Alameda County Public Health FAQs for Vaccines and Boosters
- CDC COVID-19 Booster Information
- Homeless Health Providers and the COVID-19 Vaccine
- Talking About the COVID-19 Vaccine in Shelter and Street Settings
- Vaccination Event Flyer
Other Resources:
- Alameda County Public Health Department Vaccine Information
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Vaccine Information
- HUD Homeless Vaccine Distribution Information and Resources
- National Health Care for the Homeless Council COVID-19 Information & Resources
(updated: 12/01/2021)
