ACI Interviews the Somerset County Department of Health About COVID-19 Vaccines

In 2022, ACI was awarded a grant through the Disability Vaccine Access Opportunities Center (DVAO) and the Center of Disease Control (CDC) to address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among the disability community in Middlesex, Somerset, and Union counties, including marginalized communities within the disabled community.

ACI’s efforts in this project included organizing health fairs, distributing vaccine sites accessibility surveys to area pharmacies, arranging for vaccination for homebound residents, offering PPE to food pantry consumers, and partnering with counties’ health departments regarding the status of availability of vaccines and boosters.

Recently, ACI interviewed Amanda Amodio of the Somerset County Department of Health (SCDOH) to discuss the status of COVID-19 vaccines. To watch the interview, please click here.

The number for scheduling homebound vaccines is 1-844-569-0390 and the Somerset County Department of Health direct phone number is 908-231-7155. If you need assistance getting transportation to a vaccine site, please contact our office.

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"I'm Vaccinated...Are You?" - An ACI COVID-19 Vaccine PSA

We know how hard COVID has impacted the world, but we want you to know that we are here to help you. So if you have any questions about the vaccine or you need any information, just reach out to us!

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this PSA!

Watch the PSA here: https://youtu.be/8DMcWMojKt0

We Want YOU to Star in Our COVID-19 Vaccine PSA!

Are you ready to be a STAR? Do you speak a language other than English or Spanish? If so, ACI needs you! Come on down and audition to be in ACI's upcoming PSA on COVID-19 vaccines! Just fill out the form at the link below!

CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THE AUDITION FORM

Vaccine PSA Audition Form

Family Fun Day

On June 25th, ACI and guests celebrated our Family Fun Day! ACI partnered up with the Middlesex County Health Department and was able to give over 20 families COVID-19 vaccines and boosters. We had a special guest, Elina, come out and paint the faces of all our guests! Spider-Man also made a grand appearance and even danced the Cha Cha Slide with us! We had many games to play and lots of food and fun!

Stay Informed About the COVID-19 Vaccines and Boosters

ACI is here to help keep you safe and get you vaccinated!

Get in contact with us if…

• You are in need of a COVID-19 vaccine or booster

• You need assistance with reliable transportation to and from your appointment

• You are in need of locating places to get vaccinated or are undecided

If any of those apply to you, then please fill out the form below or contact Kim Garcia at kgarcia@adacil.org or 732-738-4388 ext 123.

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Have Questions About COVID-19? Call the ACI COVID-19 Helpline!

The Alliance Center for Independence has recently established a telephone helpline to assist disabled individuals and their families seeking answers about COVID-19, including testing sites and vaccination/booster locations. The helpline will also provide information and referrals to community resources as well as make referrals to resources and organizations in Middlesex, Somerset, and Union counties. If you are having difficulty getting a vaccine, please call us at 732-738-1941. The helpline number operates Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. Spanish interpreters are available. You can also email us at adacil@adacil.org

The Federal Administration on Community Living has also established the Disability and Access Line, 888-677-1199. This nationwide number operates Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 8 PM (eastern) to help answer your questions about COVID. Individuals can also get assistance through email at DIAL@usaginganddisability.org