(WWJ) -- Beginning today, eligible residents in Macomb and Wayne counties can start receiving a booster shot to fight off the coronavirus.
The Wayne County Health Department says Pfizer and Moderna booster shots will be available for those who are immunocompromised at all vaccine sites.
"Boosters for immunocompromised residents are another safe and effective tool to help our residents stay safe from COVID-19," said Wayne County Executive Warren Evans. "The best way to end this pandemic is for all eligible residents to get vaccinated and wear masks in public indoor spaces. Both actions are proven ways to slow the spread of COVID-19."
Melita Jordan, Director of the Wayne County Department of Health, Human and Veterans Services, advises that eligible residents should consult their doctor or other medical provider about whether they should receive a booster.
Booster vaccines are also available at many Wayne County health providers, local pharmacies, and major grocery chain stores by appointment or walk-in.
Appointments in Wayne County -- as well as arrangements for in-home booster for homebound residents -- can be made by calling 1-866-610-3885 or by texting "WAYNE VAX" to 48355.
Booster vaccines for moderate-to-serious immunocompromised individuals are available at the following locations:
Pfizer Vaccine
- Henry Ford Centennial Library, Dearborn; Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Maplewood Community Center, Garden City; Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Flat Rock Community Center; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Lincoln Park Community Center; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Wayne County Community College - Belleville and Taylor campuses; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Moderna Vaccine
- Wayne County Community College - Harper Woods Campus; Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Schoolcraft College, Livonia; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Meanwhile, Macomb County Health officials say third-dose vaccine appointments will be available during the Macomb County Health Department’s regularly scheduled hours at COVID-19 vaccination clinics.
“Throughout the pandemic, we have made it a priority to help protect those who are most vulnerable to COVID-19,” said Macomb County Executive Mark A. Hackel. “And with recent approvals to administer a third dose, I encourage anyone who is considering a third dose to contact their health care provider to see if they are eligible.”
Vaccination clinic hours at the Verkuilen Building in Clinton Township and the Southwest Center in Warren at the Majestic Plaza are as follows:
The Verkuilen Building in Clinton Township
Monday and Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
SW Center in Warren/Majestic Plaza
Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Macomb County residents looking to make an appointment for a third dose can visit www.macombgov.org/healthappointment.
Individuals who need help making an appointment, or need transportation assistance, can call SMART at 586-421-6579.
Immunocompromised individuals seeking a booster should wait at least 28 days after receiving their second vaccine dose before obtaining a third shot.
Individuals should get a booster dose of the same vaccine as their previous vaccination. Boosters for the single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine are not approved at this time.
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