COVID-19 Vaccine for People Experiencing Homelessness
Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless is working diligently to make the COVID-19 vaccine available for people experiencing homelessness.
The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective. It has been scientifically researched, cannot give you COVID-19, and does not affect your DNA. The after-effects, such as pain and soreness on 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.
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 make a decision.
As more of us are vaccinated, we strengthen our ability, as a community, to respond to COVID-19, turn the curve and end this pandemic.
Access to the vaccine is changing day-to-day, so we urge you to stay updated with vaccine eligibility and accessibility through a variety of methods. Visit East Bay Getting To Zero to get up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine information.
COVID-19 Vaccination Resources
Information for People Considering Getting Vaccinated:
Posters for Shelter and Outreach Providers:
Resources to Support Vaccination Events in Shelters and Programs:
Other Resources:
Updated: 03/01/2021
The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective. It has been scientifically researched, cannot give you COVID-19, and does not affect your DNA. The after-effects, such as pain and soreness on 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.
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 make a decision.
As more of us are vaccinated, we strengthen our ability, as a community, to respond to COVID-19, turn the curve and end this pandemic.
Access to the vaccine is changing day-to-day, so we urge you to stay updated with vaccine eligibility and accessibility through a variety of methods. Visit East Bay Getting To Zero to get up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine information.
- For updates, information, and to sign up for county vaccine notifications, please visit COVID-19 Vaccine.
- Submit your name and contact information at My Turn (State of California) or by phone at (833) 422-4255. The vaccination site at the Oakland Coliseum is headed by the State of California.
- Call 2-1-1 for up-to-date information on how to access a countywide COVID-19 vaccine.
- Keep in touch with your medical provider to find out if and when you can be vaccinated at your primary care clinic.
- ACHCH is working to roll out COVID-19 vaccinations at shelters, homeless centers, and street/encampment sites. Please contact ACHCH for more information at covidachch@acgov.org or (510) 891-8950.
COVID-19 Vaccination Resources
Information for People Considering Getting Vaccinated:
- COVID-19 vaccine: Myths, facts & frequently asked questions for people experiencing homelessness
- What to expect after receiving your COVID-19 vaccine
- Homeless health providers and the COVID-19 vaccine
- Talking about the COVID-19 vaccine
Posters for Shelter and Outreach Providers:
Resources to Support Vaccination Events in Shelters and Programs:
- ACHCH Shelter Vaccination Event Checklist
- During Vaccination Clinic Activities (CDC)
- COVID-19 Vaccine Consent Form Packets (English) (Spanish)
- Shelter Provider Vaccination Line List Template
- Vaccination Event Flyer Template for Shelters
- Conversation Tips for Shelter Staff
- Managing Post-Vaccination After-Effects in Shelters
Other Resources:
- HUD Homeless Vaccine Distribution Information and Resources
- National Health Care for the Homeless Council COVID-19 Information & Resources
Updated: 03/01/2021
