Vax Facts: 6 things you need to know about getting a vaccine at the Spokane Arena

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SPOKANE, Wash. – CHAS Health is opening a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Wednesday, Jan. 27. Here’s everything you need to know:

#1: HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

#2: HOW TO GET AN APPOINTMENT:

You MUST have an appointment to get a vaccine. This is to make sure that there is enough doses for everyone that shows up.

You will be able to make an appointment starting Jan. 27 at 9 a.m. on the CHAS website. Details here.

If you don’t have internet access, you can call the Department of Health hotline at 1 (800) 525-0127 (press #). But, that won’t be available until Friday. Until then, call CHAS Health at (509) 444-8200.

#3: WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO GET A VACCINE?

Currently, Washington is in Phase 1A and 1B of Washington’s Vaccination Plan. You can see the full plan here

Here is who is currently eligible:

High-risk healthcare workers in healthcare settingsHigh-risk first respondersLong-term care facility residents and staffAll other workers at risk in healthcare settingsAll people 65 years or olderAll people 50 years or older in multigenerational households (home where individuals from 2 or more generations reside such as an elder and a grandchild)

#4: OTHER PLACES YOU CAN GET THE VACCINE:

Can I get the vaccine somewhere else?

Yes. Below is a list of providers. However, most are not accepting new appointments until they get another shipment of vaccines.

Yokes Pharmacy #16

1233 N Liberty Lake Rd

Liberty Lake, WA 99019

Appointments are required. Please visit this link to schedule.

Mt. Spokane Pediatrics9425 N Nevada Ste 300, Spokane, WA 99218(509) 270-0065Unify Community Health on Mission120 W Mission, Spokane, WA 99201Multicare – Deaconess Health & Education Center 910 W 5th Ave, suite 266, Spokane, WA 99204Appointments are required and are in high demand. Visit our COVID-19 vaccine page for the latest updates and scheduling information.Prevention Northwest/ Northwest Neurological26 E 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202covidinfo@preventionnw.comProvidence – Spokane CountyPlease visit our link for current planning, scheduling links, and current phase information.SAFEWAY #27-147314020 E Sprague AveSpokane, WA 99216Multicare – Liberty Lake1326 N Stand Ford ln, Liberty Lake, WA 99019

#5: I DON’T HAVE A VEHICLE. HOW CAN I GET TO THE SPOKANE ARENA?

SPOKANE TRANSITSee the Spokane Transit website for information about regularly scheduled bus routes that include the Spokane Arena.PARATRANSITTransportation to the Spokane Arena Vaccination clinic will also be available through Paratransit services offered by Spokane Transit. Learn more about Paratransit services.EligibilityParatransit door-to-door service is available for anyone age 60 and older with proof of ID.CostFor individuals who have a Paratransit bus card, there is no cost.For those over 60 that don’t have a Paratransit bus card, it is $2 each way, $4 for round trip. Cash only.SchedulingCall 509.328.1552 to schedule a ride. Please schedule one day out, if possible. It may not be possible to schedule a same-day ride, but if you call to schedule for same day, plan for a 2-hour lead time.

#6: I STILL HAVE SOME QUESTIONS ABOUT THE VACCINE. WHO CAN I CONTACT?

If you have questions about COVID-19 vaccine, please call 1.800.525.0127 and press # or text “Coronavirus” to 211-211 to receive text information and updates. If you cannot reach the hotline, please call an alternate line at 888-856-5816 (Spanish option available for either line).


 

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