The Autism Society of Minnesota, Multicultural Autism Action Network (MAAN), and Spero Academy are teaming up to sponsor a child sensory-friendly vaccine clinic from 10am-4pm on Saturday, December 18. The clinic will offer private vaccination spaces, along with other accommodations for kids who might need a little extra care when receiving shots. First vaccines will be available for family members as well as boosters for those who were vaccinated at least six months ago. Proof of prior vaccine is required in order to receive a booster.

You can register and learn more at the AUSM website:

• Link:   https://ausm.org/event/kids-sensory-friendly-vaccine-clinic/

The second shot clinic will be held on Jan. 8.

-Originally posted on 11/16/21

SPPS is teaming up with Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health to offer a series of vaccination clinics to our youngest students in mid-November. Vaccinations will be available by appointment only. Use the link below to learn more and to register your child:

• Link: COVID-19 Vaccine Available for Children Ages 5-11

Minnesota Department of Health has added a new webpage that helps parents learn about the vaccinations now available to children and teens, and connect with locations/clinics offering the vaccine. Use the link below to learn more and find a vaccination location for your child:

• Link: COVID-19 Vaccine for Children and Teens

See what some of our local pediatricians want parents to know about getting their children vaccinated.

Easily access your immunization record and keep track of immunizations you'll need in the future through The Docket. Minnesota's immunization information system, MIIC, combines immunizations into a single record. The Docket is a secure mobile app that utilizes MIIC information, allowing you to access your shot record, including COVID-19 vaccinations. The app provides a PDF document of the immunization record that can be saved to your mobile device, printed, emailed or texted as needed. 

To learn more or to download, see the link below:

• Link: The Docket

Walk-in COVID-19 community vaccination clinics are currently going on around St. Paul. Check out below for locations, days and times:

-Originally posted on 5/18/21

-Updated on 5/24/21

-Updated on 9/16/21

Saint Paul-Ramey County Public Health (SPRCPH) publishes a weekly COVID newsletter for the Hmong and Karen communities that is full of helpful information including:

• COVID-19 vaccine clinics
• updates on government announcements and CDC guidelines
• COVID vaccinations for 12-15 year olds
• Resources for rent and energy assistance
• Upcoming events

Download this flier to learn more.

-Originally posted on 5/20/21

State of Minnesota community vaccination sites are now offering direct appointment scheduling for Minnesotans age 16 and older. Appointments can be scheduled either through the MDH COVID-19 Community Vaccination Program webpage or by calling (800) 431-2053.

Everyone 16 and older is eligible, so bring your friends and family (16+ for Pfizer vaccine with parental consent). Vaccines are free and health insurance is not required, nor is a government ID.

-Originally posted on 4/26/21

COVID Community Coordinators are available to support Minnesotans who need COVID information specific to their communities, including in their languages. These community-based organizations serve those communities hit hardest by the pandemic, providing guidance on COVID vaccinations, testing and other resources. To learn more, click on the link below:

• Link: COVID-19 Community Coordinators 

-Originally posted on 4/26/21

Do you have questions about whether you qualify for a vaccine? What to expect with your COVID shot? If the vaccine available in your community for children age 12-17? The list below is a set of links to MDH and CDC information that cover everything from what you need to bring to the vaccine clinic to why teens should now be vaccinated. 

• Frequently Asked Questions About Vaccines (MDH)
• CDC Frequently Asked Questions
• COVID-19 Vaccine for Pre-Teens and Teens Information Sheet
• What to Expect After Receiving Your Vaccine

-Originally posted on 5/18/21

Looking for a COVID vaccine? Here are two tools that help:

• Link: MDH Find COVID-19 Vaccine Locations
• Link: Vaccines.gov (CDC)

-Updated on 11/22

The COVID Cares Stress Phone Support Service is available to any Minnesotan experiencing COVID-related stress. Call 833-HERE4MN (833-437-3466) for free telephone support from 9am to 9pm every day.

• The service is a collaboration with volunteers from the Minnesota Psychiatric Society, the Minnesota Psychological Association, the Minnesota Black Psychologists, and Mental Health Minnesota.

-Originally posted on 3/4/21

Immunizations are available for Pre-K through 12th grade students at the Washington Tech Health Start Clinic on Mondays. Student Placement Center (2102 University Ave. West) also has vaccinations available for students with no insurance or state insurance programs on designated days. Appointment are preferred at Student Placement Center but walk-ins are welcome. Families should call 632-3763 to schedule or for more information.

-Updated on 1/21/21

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has instructed schools to follow a Decision Tree map designed for schools in determining if students or staff exclusion status due to COVID contraction or exposure. View the Decision Tree document here. Translated versions can be found in the right margin of this webpage, under COVID-19 resources.

MDH has a webpage devoted to Schools and COVID-19. View the webpage here. It also has a COVID webpage for Spanish speakers, as well as webpages in Hmong and Somali.

Take the same precautions recommended for avoiding colds and flu:

• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough.

Link: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/prevention.html

MDH has also put out a video that explains in a very visual way, how the virus spreads. View the YouTube video here.

-Updated 1/12/21