Cass County residents who are homebound and therefore unable to obtain COVID-19 vaccine through their provider, a pharmacy, or other vaccine clinic are encouraged to contact Fargo Cass Public Health (FCPH) to inquire about access to vaccine through one of the FCPH mobile missions. Suzanne Schaefer, FCPH Director of Nursing, says, “We know there are members of our community who, for a variety of reasons, are not able to leave their home to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Our mobile vaccine mission may be a good fit for those individuals, so we’re inviting them to contact us to explore that option.”
In an effort to make COVID-19 vaccine more accessible to members of the community, FCPH has implemented a number of mobile missions, which bring vaccine to individuals who are not able to attend an on-site clinic. Currently, FCPH is working through referrals from healthcare providers and other area partners to administer vaccine to individuals who are homebound but would like to make more of the community aware of this option. Individuals and/or caregivers who would like to learn more are invited to contact FCPH at 701.298.6951 for additional information and to complete the screening process.
FCPH continues to host twice-weekly COVID-19 vaccine clinics at its main location for individuals currently eligible to receive vaccine. Information about upcoming clinics hosted by FCPH is available on its website: www.FargoCassPublicHealth.com/covidvaccine
While vaccination efforts are continuing locally and statewide, residents are encouraged to continue practicing recommended public health prevention measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. These measures include wearing a mask, maintaining physical distance, avoiding large gatherings, good hand hygiene and staying home when sick. Members of the community are also encouraged to rely on credible sources for reliable information about COVID-19 vaccine, including their healthcare provider, the North Dakota Department of Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.