The CDC recommends that EVERYONE ages 6 months and older get the newly updated (2024-2025) COVID-19 vaccine (at least 2 months after their last dose).
- Most persons 5 years and older who have never been vaccinated only need one dose of COVID-19 vaccine to be considered up to date. Staying Up to Date with COVID-19 Vaccines | COVID-19 | CDC
- Unvaccinated children 6 months to 4 years of age are still recommended to get either 2 or 3 doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
- People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised may get additional doses of COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by their healthcare provider.
- The 2024-2025 vaccines have been updated to better match currently circulating variants.
- The CDC now recommends that everyone 65 and older get a second dose of the updated (2024-2025) COVID-19 vaccine 6 months after their first dose to maximize effectiveness.
- Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are free for most people with private insurance, Medi-Cal, or Medicare. Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacy.
- For Kaiser recipients, visit your local Kaiser facility or call 1-800-464-4000 for more information on how to receive an updated vaccine.
- To find a pharmacy appointment near you, visit vaccines.gov or call 1-800-232-0233 to find a location.
- ACPHD is currently offering Flu and COVID-19 vaccines to persons with no insurance and whose insurance does not provide free coverage. Visit our Alameda County Community Vaccination Clinics calendar below to find a location near you.
Alameda County is partnering with local organizations, including but not limited to: community- or faith-based organizations, advocacy groups, large employers, housing developments, encampments, or neighborhood groups that need an on-site vaccination clinic in order to equitably distribute vaccine amongst our residents.
By hosting a vaccination clinic at your location, you would need to:
Alameda County Mobile Vaccination Clinics Interest Form
By hosting a vaccination clinic at your location, you would need to:
- Provide adequate space for the event.
- Do targeted outreach to your community.
- Have 15 or more people interested in vaccinations.
Alameda County Mobile Vaccination Clinics Interest Form
For more information on the new California Bridge Access Program, please visit: CA BAP Requirements at a Glance
The In-Home Vaccination program provides COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations to seniors (65 and over) and individuals who are home-bound or have mobility challenges. Caregivers or household members residing with the patients can receive the vaccines at the same appointment.
For Alameda County residents ages 5 and older
For Alameda County residents ages 5 and older
Where to get a Vaccine in Alameda County
Click on the individual calendar entries to view more information about the types of vaccines offered at each site.
- These ACPHD locations will provide free COVID/Flu vaccinations for people with Medi-Cal, Medicare, no-insurance, and people with insurance that does not cover the cost of vaccines. They will also provide free COVID/Flu vaccinations to people who have had difficulties accessing vaccines at pharmacies and health care facilities, regardless of insurance type (while supplies last).
- Appointments are encouraged if and when available.
- Please visit Vaccines.gov, contact your health care provider, or local pharmacy for additional vaccination sites.
Click on the clinic in calendar to find vaccines offered at each site or use the filter option to search by vaccine type. Call our Front Door line for assistance (510) 577-7080.
