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April 27, 2021

News • April 27, 2021

MCDH opens COVID-19 vaccination sites to all Illinois residents

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WOODSTOCK — On Monday, April 26, COVID-19 vaccine appointments at all McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) clinics opened to all eligible Illinois residents.

MCDH operates vaccination clinics in the cities of Crystal Lake, Harvard and McHenry. COVID-19 vaccinations at all MCDH-run clinics are free. Opening clinics to all Illinois residents provides more options for those looking to get vaccinated including vulnerable populations that have been more impacted by the virus.

In addition to opening clinics to all Illinois residents, anyone needing their second dose—no matter where they received their first dose—will be able to schedule their second dose appointment with MCDH.

“We are pleased to be expanding our clinics to all Illinois residents who want to get a COVID-19 vaccine,” said MCDH Public Health Administration Melissa Adamson. “What happens in other counties impacts us, so the more residents we can support getting vaccinated the more protected our community will be.”

Anyone who is 16 or older is eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Those under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian accompany them through the clinic. Parents must bring photo identification and guardians must bring documentation verifying custody. Additionally, those under the age of 18 must bring documentation showing proof of age, such as a birth certificate, State ID, or driver’s license.

To receive a first dose, you must bring a photo ID with you to the appointment. For those receiving the second dose, you must bring a photo ID and your vaccination card or record. To register for a vaccine, please visit covidvaccination.dph.illinois.gov/. Videos explaining how to register for a first or second dose and how to cancel or modify an appointment are available at bit.ly/MCDHCOVIDVaxLoc.

Getting a vaccination appointment can be difficult for those with technology, language or physical barriers. If you need additional assistance to register for the vaccine, or know someone who might need help, please call the MCDH COVID-19 Call Center at (815) 334-4045 or the Illinois Department of Public Health’s call center at (833) 621-1284. McHenry County residents who need assistance with transportation can call the MCDH COVID-19 Call Center to be connected to transportation services.