Beebe Healthcare, partners bring COVID-19 vaccine to vulnerable populations
Delaware News Desk
Beebe Healthcare and multiple community organizations partnered together to coordinate a COVID-19 vaccine clinic for more than 300 seniors and eligible Delawareans on Feb. 13.
Epworth United Methodist Church hosted the event and, along with First State Community Action Agency, collaborated with many community organizations to seek out populations who may have had a barrier to sign up or receive a vaccine in a traditional manner.
“Beebe Healthcare is proud to serve as the medical partner during these events,” said David A. Tam, president and CEO of Beebe Healthcare. “We know there are health disparities across Delaware, and we’re committed to closing that gap by partnering with many organizations to ensure no one is left behind. Now, with the state’s guidance, our focus is on providing the vaccine to everyone who meets the phase 1A and 1B criteria by utilizing community partners to ensure those who may face barriers such as language, disability, transportation, housing situation or internet access have equitable access to the vaccine. This is all in addition to our daily vaccine clinics that are scheduled from our waiting list.”