Clear Creek County Public Health offers free, weekly walk-in community vaccination clinics. See below for details and additional vaccine information.

FAQs

Can my child get vaccinated?

Children aged 6 months and up are eligible for COVID-19 vaccines.

• COVID-19 vaccines went through clinical trials and an approval process to ensure they met FDA standards for safety and effectiveness. 

There are many options for where your child can get vaccinated: 

• Ask your child’s health care provider if they offer COVID-19 vaccines in their office
• Check with your local Public Health Department to see if they offer Pfizer for kids
• The Health and Wellness Center offers COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 6 months and up

For detailed information on COVID-19 Vaccinations for Teens and Children, visit: https://covid19.colorado.gov/kids-vaccines

Tips for your child’s appointment 

There are several ways you can help calm your child during their COVID-19 vaccine appointment, such as reading stories, watching videos, reassuring your child, and answering their questions. Ask your child’s doctor any questions you may have or for any advice you need. An ice pack can also be applied to the area prior to receiving the vaccine to reduce pain.

Want to learn more about COVID-19? Here are 3 short science-based public health information videos for kids & their families to learn more about COVID-19, the pandemic, and steps we can all take to stay healthy. Pandemics and COVID — https://youtu.be/hAx-3Ub8RsM COVID Prevention — https://youtu.be/GEfJsU9N0HM COVID Vaccines — https://youtu.be/ip3e_kOEa1A

Booster FAQs

Why are boosters recommended?

The state of Colorado continues to have a steady increase in COVID cases.  Booster doses provide extra protection from COVID-19. A booster dose will help increase immunity levels and protect those who are most at risk.  A booster dose can also improve protection against the Delta variant.  Boosters are recommended because vaccine effectiveness varies by vaccine product and may decrease over time.  A booster dose can help protect you, your family, and your community from COVID-19.   Clear Creek County Public Health offers vaccines and boosters: https://www.clearcreekcounty.us/1295/COVID-19-Vaccine-Information 

Who should get a booster and when?

Anyone in an eligible age group should get a booster dose six months after receiving Moderna, five months after receiving Pfizer, and two months after receiving the J&J vaccine. There are more than  seventeen hundred vaccine providers across Colorado, including Clear Creek County Public Health.

Do I have to get the same brand as my first dose(es)?

No, you can get any authorized vaccine for your COVID-19 booster. CDC and the FDA have authorized a “mix and match” strategy for boosters -- you don’t need to get the same type of vaccine as your initial doses. For example, if you received a Johnson & Johnson vaccine for your first dose, you would be able to get a booster dose of Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson. 

How much do boosters cost?  

Boosters are free and no identification, proof of insurance, or medical history is required. Providers should not ask you to pay for a booster dose or any other administrative costs, even if you don’t have health insurance. If a vaccine provider is demanding payment, you can report them by completing the following form: covid19.colorado.gov/VaccineConcerns or you can call 1-877-COVAXCO (1-877-268-2926).  

What do I need bring to my vaccination appointment?

• You do not need to provide any form of ID or insurance information.
• If this is your second dose or booster, you should bring your original COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card.
• Please arrive wearing a mask to keep staff safe.

If possible, bring your original vaccination card to your appointment so that your provider can fill in the information about your second dose or booster dose.  If you have lost or misplaced your COVID vaccination card, you can get your immunization record through the Colorado Immunization Information System (CIIS) Public Portal or the myColorado app. 

For more information on COVID-19 boosters, visit covid19.colorado.gov/vaccine-booster-eligibility

Are ADDITIONAL DOSES of the COVID-19 vaccine recommended?

The CDC recommends a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for moderate to severe immunocompromised individuals who meet the eligibility criteria and have completed the two-shot series of Pfizer or Moderna.

This third dose for immunocompromised individuals is included in their primary series (not considered a booster) -- it is an additional dosage needed to raise the level of immunity in immunocompromised systems to full capacity. The third vaccine dose is recommended at least 28 days after the second dose.