Getting your COVID-19 booster is a simple and effective way to protect everyone from COVID.
Learn more about COVID-19 boosters and vaccines, and how easy it is to get vaccinated. Call our Helpline at
1-800-642-5119
Getting vaccinated or a booster is free, safe, and easy. If you’re older, a booster can mean the difference between a mild or severe COVID infection. Plus, once vaccinated, you are helping to strengthen our communities—your families, your neighbors, and the guy at the post office. We can slow the spread of COVID and weaken its impact by adding to the number of people vaccinated.
And, the path to vaccination or getting a booster shot is only a phone call away. Just call our Helpline at 1-800-642-5119, and we will help you find out how to get your vaccination or booster at home or your nearest vaccination site. We can even assist with transportation if you need a ride. It’s really that easy. English not your first language? We have translators standing by.
How do I get boosted?
For adults ages 50 years and older, two COVID-19 boosters provide the most protection against COVID-19.
We can help you:
Get your booster in your home by a licensed provider
Arrange transportation to a vaccination clinic
Get help registering for
the booster
Receive translation services so you better understand your options
Would you like to find out more about the COVID-19 booster or vaccine and how easy it is to get vaccinated?
Call our Helpline at 1-800-642-5119
A booster can mean the difference between a mild or severe infection
Even though COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective, their effectiveness wears down over time. Booster doses give your body the most protection possible against severe COVID-19 illness.
Booster shots are free, safe & widely available in Vermont
Contact our Helpline at 1-800-642-5119 or your primary care provider to learn more.
Fully vaccinated does not mean fully protected
You are considered fully vaccinated once you receive the primary series of the COVID-19 vaccine. However, getting your booster shots is critical to maintaining the fullest protection possible against the virus.
Vaccination is easy
The vaccine is available from , from your provider, pharmacies and even in your own home. All of those providing vaccines or boosters have the certifications necessary to give the vaccine safely and quickly anywhere they’re available.
The vaccine is safe
Side effects are normal
You may have side effects after being vaccinated or boosted—and that's common with any type of vaccination. These are normal and should go away in a few days.6
“It’s the best deal out there—stay well with a safe and free COVID vaccine.”
Vaccine development has a proven process
The COVID-19 vaccines were developed following the same process all vaccines do and showed no major safety concerns in trials.2
Getting COVID doesn’t mean you’re immune
Just because your body builds up natural immunity for a period after infection, researchers warn that you could get the virus again. The best way to lower your risk is to get fully vaccinated.2
Some people are at higher risk
The odds of more serious symptoms are higher if you’re older or have another health condition like diabetes or heart disease.3
Over 94% of Vermonters over the age of 60 have been vaccinated.
Covid spreads easily in communities
If you get COVID-19, you also risk giving it to loved ones who may get very sick. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots is a safer choice.4
The vaccine provides better odds
When the chance of dying from COVID-19 is about one in 200 for an unvaccinated person, and the chance of adverse events from an mRNA vaccine is about 2 to 4 per million, Dr. Drew Weissman said the choice is clear.5
Full vaccination reduces your risk
Infections happen in only a small proportion of people who are fully vaccinated, even with the variants. When these infections occur among vaccinated and boosted people, they tend to be mild, and are less likely to spread to others.1 Nearly all COVID-19 deaths—99.5 percent of known cases—are unvaccinated people, and 97 percent of those hospitalized for the illness are unvaccinated.5
Our agency members offer many other services to help older Vermonters age well. From delivering nutritious meals to coordinating care, developing care plans, providing transportation, assisting with Medicare and other insurance issues, supporting caregivers, and more, we are here for you. Visit our websites or give us a call!
Together, we are the Vermont Association of Area Agencies on Aging.
See which of our partner agencies serves your county.
Age Well
Addison, Chittenden, Franklin & Grand Isle Counties (Except for towns of Granville and Hancock) 802-876-5065 | www.agewellvt.org
Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging
Bennington & Rutland Counties (Except for towns of Pittsfield, Winhall, Readsboro & Searsburg) 802-786-5990 | www.svcoa.org
Northeast Kingdom Council on Aging
Caledonia, Essex & Orleans Counties 802-748-5182 | www.nekcouncil.org
Central Vermont Council on Aging
Lamoille, Orange & Washington Counties (Except for the town of Thetford. Includes towns of Granville, Hancock, Pittsfield, Bethel, Rochester, Royalton, Sharon & Stockbridge) 802-479-0531 | www.cvcoa.org
Senior Solutions: Council on Aging for Southeastern Vermont
Windham & Windsor Counties (Except for towns of Bethel, Rochester, Royalton, Sharon & Stockbridge. Includes towns of Searsburg, Readsboro, Thetford & Winhall) 802-885-2669 | www.seniorsolutionsvt.org
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