GREENBELT, Md. – In just three weeks, vaccinators at the Greenbelt Metro Community Vaccination Center (CVC) have administered more than 50,000 shots to help bring the world closer to ending the COVID-19 pandemic.
The federally operated center is a joint effort between the State of Maryland, the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It has showcased a great partnership with great results in its first three weeks of operation.
“The Greenbelt CVC has been an extremely successful collaboration with the state for the COVID-19 vaccine mission, highlighted by the results we are seeing every day,” said Acting Regional Administration, Janice P. Barlow. “People are so happy to get vaccinated, and it is a pleasure and privilege to serve them. This partnership of federal, state and local agencies has saved thousands of lives and increased the equitable distribution of the vaccine.”
This Type 2 center can provide up to 3,000 vaccinations every day. It is open for those with appointments as well as anyone who walks in. Staff will assist individuals to register for both first and second vaccinations.
The CVC is staffed by FEMA Civil Rights Advisors and Disability Integration Advisors to ensure the vaccination process is accessible and equitable. On-site American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, Certified Deaf Interpreters (CDI), Sensory Interpreters are available. For spoken languages, interpreters are here to assist with Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Igbo, Twi, Fanti, Akan and Ewe. Wheelchairs, modesty rooms and expedited services are provided when requested.
Volunteers from several organizations, as well as local individuals who sign up for a four-hour shift, accompany visitors who need assistance during the 15-30-minute process at the site.
The Greenbelt Metro Community Vaccination Center is open seven days a week and walk-ins are welcome. The hours of operation are Monday-Tuesday 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Wednesday-Thursday from noon – 8 p.m.; and Friday- Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Register for an appointment by visiting covidvax.maryland.gov or calling: 1-855-MD-GOVAX (1-855-634-6829). Those between the ages of 16 and 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to receive a vaccination.
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