Volunteer at vaccination site to receive a vaccine
For anyone willing to volunteer time to get a COVID vaccine, Oakland County has opportunities available.
With so many people waiting for vaccines, it might provide a quicker path to actually getting a shot in the arm.
“We currently practice the same way (as Wayne County). We have volunteers that are vetted by Homeland at our sites and they receive a vaccine at the first site they volunteer. We ask volunteers to commit to 3-5 shifts,’’ said Leigh-Anne Stafford, Oakland County Health and Human Services Director.
Those interested in volunteering should send an email to OakEOC@oakgov. com.
People with some medical background are a plus but not required. Volunteers may assist greeting people in lines, social distancing, wheelchair assistance and orientation.
As of March 11, 388,236 doses of vaccine have been administered in Oakland County.
Currently anyone over age 65 is eligible to be vaccinated in Michigan.
Also, those 50 and older who have underlying health conditions are eligible. On March 22 anyone over age 50 will be eligible for the vaccine.
On March 22, anyone 16 and older with medical conditions will be eligible. And on April 5 vaccines will be available to anyone 16 and older in the state.
To sign up to get a vaccine through the county, go to oaklandcountyvaccine. com. Also check with local hospitals and pharmacies including Rite Aid, Meijer and Kroger.
Oakland County homebound senior citizens should call 810-331-0902 to make an appointment directly with Ready Nursing Solutions for a vaccine.