Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada hosting back to school vaccine clinic

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada will be hosting a series of back-to-school vaccine clinics in the month of July.

The clinic will be for kids over the age of five, but under the age of 19.

“Our commitment to keeping our clients and their communities healthy includes ensuring everyone has access to health and wellness resources, including vaccines,” said Marie Baxter, CEO of Catholic Charites of Northern Nevada.

The clinics will be held at these locations, dates and times:

• Moana Neighborhood Center – Saturday, July 6 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Moana Neighborhood Center located at 480 E. Moana Lane.
• North Valleys Neighborhood Center – Monday, July 8 from 1 to 4 pm at the North Valleys Neighborhood Center located at 440 E. Golden Valley Road.
• Sun Valley Neighborhood Center – Friday, July 12 from 1 to 4 pm at the Sun Valley Neighborhood Center located at 130 West Gepford Parkway.
• Fernley Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows – Saturday, July 20 from 9 am to 12 pm at the Fernley Boys & Girls Club located at 396 US Highway 95a South, Suite 401.

Qualifying criteria include children ages 5-19 who are eligible for the VFC program if they are uninsured, Medicaid-eligible or Medicaid-enrolled, American Indian or Alaska Native, or underinsured. Parents must be present and, if possible, provide shot record information.

Out-of-state residents must show proof of vaccination to qualify.

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