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COVID-19 Response
Booking a COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment – Now Open to People Born in 1946 or Before
Vaccine appointment booking is now available for people born in 1946 or earlier! Visit the vaccine webpage for details on how to book an appointment - https://www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca/novel-coronavirus-covid-19/covid-19-vaccine-info/
Booking Details
To book online you must have an email address and an Ontario health card with a photo
or
To book over the phone (You must book over the phone if you have a red and white Ontario health card) Line is staffed Monday to Friday 9 am to 4 pm.
at
(705)876-4636
Pre-Appointment Information Post Appointment Information
We Remain Open As An Essential Service in Red Zone
The City and County of Peterborough have shifted into a Red Zone effective Monday, March 8th at 12:01 am.
We have been deemed an essential service, our health care and seniors support programs are necessary to keep the most vulnerable safe in their own homes. For Community Care, this does not require any additional changes in services or how we provide services at this time.
In constant contact with Peterborough Public Health, we are committed to our part in limiting the spread of COVID-19.
We have cancelled only:
Blood Pressure Clinics,
Foot Clinics,
In-person (indoor) falls prevention and exercise classes,
New To You Thift Stores
Are open with strict protocols such 3 shoppers at once time.
All other programs like Meals on Wheels, Transportation, Home Help & Maintenance, Home at Last, etc. will remain in operation, all adapted to new safety protocols.
We are also maintaining a minimum level of staff in our offices, allowing those who can, to work remotely from their homes.
All Staff and Volunteers complete screening in advance of entry to offices or service delivery. Physical distancing, hand sanitizing and wearing masks have remained mandatory.
Community Care will continue to monitor the local situation regarding COVID-19.
We appreciate all those who are staying home and allowing our staff and volunteers to remain focused on providing programs that are supporting clients and area residents to remain safely in their homes.
For more information please contact your local program office.
As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve within the City and County of Peterborough we are doing everything we can to support our communities through this difficult time.
We remain in contact with Peterborough Public Health and we are committed to our part in limiting the spread of COVID-19. We have adapted our services to include additional safety precautions and we continue to practice social distancing in our offices for the safety of the most vulnerable.
We want to thank our volunteers and donors for all your efforts and support, together we are staying focused on helping our seniors and adults with disabilities remain in their homes during this uncertain time.
We are committed to continuing to communicate to you any changes or updates. For more information call us at (705)742-7067.
Information Links:
Press Release - Peterborough Public Health - Vaccine appointment booking is now available for people born in 1941 or earlier! Visit the vaccine webpage for details on how to book an appointment - https://www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca/novel-coronavirus-covid-19/covid-19-vaccine-info/
Peterborough Public Health - www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca or call (705)743-1000.
Public Health Ontario - https://www.publichealthontario.ca/en/diseases-and-conditions/infectious-diseases/respiratory-diseases/novel-coronavirus/public-resources
Government of Ontario - Health - https://www.ontario.ca/page/2019-novel-coronavirus
Government of Canada - https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html
World Health Organization - https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
