Dear All, 

We hope you are all staying healthy and well during this time as we support each other. Please find important announcements below that are happening in the community. 

How to get vaccinated for 65+: Updates 

The number of vaccines available for seniors is starting to increase. There are now two methods for seniors to be vaccinated: 

1) Minnesotans 65 and older can now make vaccine appointments through local healthcare providers. Please go to https://mn.gov/covid19/vaccine/find-vaccine/locations/index.jsp to find a vaccine provider near you. 

All vaccinations are by appointment only, and each provider manages its own schedules and appointments. Not all providers are offering appointments to people in all priority groups. Please contact providers to confirm vaccination location and hours, that they have vaccine doses and appointments available, and that you are eligible for vaccination at that site. 

2) Minnesotans 65 and older who have already pre-registered for an appointment at the pilot locations but did not receive one last week are still eligible to get an appointment. This week, Minnesotans who have not been selected for a vaccine from the pre-registration list will remain on the list and continue to have the opportunity to be randomly selected to schedule an appointment at the Duluth or Minneapolis vaccination site. Minnesotans on the registration list will be notified if they are randomly selected to make an appointment. This option is only available if you have already pre-registered; registration is no longer open. 

VSS can help with contacting healthcare providers and scheduling appointments. Please call our hotline at 612-293-2913. 

If you have any questions or need help finding food resources, please call the VSS COVID-19 hotline: 612-293-2913 

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