In January, WESH 2 News spoke with James Ahern Sr. who was trying to get the coronavirus vaccine with no luck. I m just lost. I m left out. I m lost in the pile,” Ahern said.Soon after that story aired, Linda Robinson called us. I was just watching the news and he had his interview on saying that he was really not able to operate computers and how difficult it was to figure out a way to get the vaccine. I understood how he was feeling,” Robinson said.Robinson said she had recently been trying to get an appointment. She signed up on multiple sites in the hopes of snagging one and ended up getting two.“I called the station and asked them to contact him and tell him I may be able to share one of my appointments,” Robinson said.WESH 2 News connected the pair and Robinson was able to give her other appointment to Ahern.This week he was able to get the vaccine he had desperately been searching for. You can hear it in my voice I hope. It is so much better. I feel so relieved no
How Many People Have Been Vaccinated in Santa Barbara County So Far?
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department has not reported an exact number, but it reported 39,700 first doses as of Feb. 2.
Several thousand more people have been vaccinated through the federal pharmacy program for skilled-nursing and assisted-living residents, and through Marian Regional Medical Center s program through Dignity Health (which had about 13,000 doses so far).
Do-Reynoso said Tuesday that about 64% of residents age 75-plus have been vaccinated, which would be about 20,800 people based on population estimates.
Do-Reynoso said she expects “the pie chart will shift to reflect the diversity in our workforce” as larger groups become eligible for vaccinations.
THREADS OF HOPE
Washington County Government, in partnership with the Washington County Health Department, launched a public messaging outreach campaign in December 2020. This campaign is focused on those who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, thoughts of suicide, or substance use. The campaign encourages anyone that may be struggling to please dial 2-1-1 to receive assistance. For a more in-depth look at resources available in Washington County related to behavioral health impacted by COVID-19, please visit www.washcohope.com.
Golden thread bracelets have been distributed to over 25 businesses and community organizations across Washington County who have signed up to be a Threads of Hope partner. All partners are asked to hand out bracelets to anyone who may need encouragement during this season. The County has partnered with High Rock Studios for a series of videos focused on behavioral health and the added difficulties COVID-19 has brought on.
Jan 27, 2021
Vaccination Info for 75+ Residents:
If you are 75 years of age or older, you qualify for Phase 1b, and are currently eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-19 Vaccination Site Map
The state has an interactive map where you can type in your zip code and find the nearest vaccination site and how you can sign up.
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Tennessee county health departments are now booking appointments for people in Phase 1 populations of the Tennessee COVID-19 Vaccination Plan and those aged 75 and up who wish to receive COVID-19 vaccinations.
Tennesseans can follow a simple, three-step process to learn when theyre eligible for vaccination and register for a vaccination appointment:
Find Your Phase: Tennesseans can find out what phase of the vaccination plan theyre in by visiting https://covid19.tn.gov/covid-19-vaccines/eligibility/.
Find the Phase Your County is Vaccinating: To learn what phase your county is vaccinating, visit https://covid19.tn.gov/covid-19- vaccines/vaccine-phases/.