Health Department Offers Multiple Options for Flu Vaccinations
Contactless Vaccination Clinics are Encouraged
Flu season is here and the Trumbull Health Department (THD) reminds residents that amid the COVID-19 pandemic, flu vaccinations are extremely important this year. Taking into account the pandemic guidelines, THD will offer a variety of options to receive contactless vaccinations. THD encourages residents to follow these three simple steps:
- Visit https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/flu-clinic to schedule an appointment and vaccination option that is convenient for you. If internet access is a problem, no need to worry. Call the Health Department at 203-452-1030 and the Health Department staff will schedule an appointment for you.
- Complete the consent form in advance and bring a copy to the vaccination clinic. Consent forms can be found online at http://www.trumbull-ct.gov/flu-clinic or simply call the Health Department at 203-452-1030 to have one emailed or mailed to you. We will have forms available onsite at all vaccination clinics for your convenience.
- Bring a printed copy of your insurance cards, if you are able.
“The Health Department is making vaccination clinics easier than ever with our online scheduling and consent forms, and various vaccination clinic options, “said Luci Bango, THD Director of Health. “We have streamlined our process to ensure residents receive vaccinations in a convenient and efficient manner. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of our drive-thru clinics in order to minimize potential exposure to other illnesses.”
The Trumbull Health Department offers drive-thru and walk-in vaccination options. Residents can also schedule an appointment that is convenient for them. Drive-Thru vaccinations clinics are scheduled for:
- Monday, October 12 (for Seniors), at Trumbull High School, 76 Strobel Road, from 9:00 am-11:00 am
- Saturday, October 24 (for families and children), at the Health Department, 335 White Plains Road, from 9:00 am – 11:00 am
- Tuesday, November 3 (for general public), at the Health Department, 335 White Plains Road, from 9:00 – 11:00 am
Walk-In vaccination hours are:
- Tuesday, September 29, at the Health Department, 335 White Plains Road, from 10:00 am-2:00 pm
- Wednesday, September 30, at the Health Department, 335 White Plains Road, from 10:00 am-2:00 pm
- For more dates/times, contact the Health Department at 203-452-1030.
Evening appointments can be made for:
- Thursday, October 22, at the Health Department, 335 White Plains Road, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm (By Appointment)
The Trumbull Health Department accepts Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Anthem BC/BS, Cigna, ConnectiCare, ConnectiCare VIP Medicare, Medicare Part B, Oxford, UnitedHealthcare, and UHC Medicare. For those without the above insurance the standard seasonal flu vaccine cost is $30.00 (cash or check accepted). For those 65 years of age and older we have the High Dose flu vaccine. The cost is $50.00. Residents attending one of the health department clinics should bring their insurance card and driver’s license (if available) to the vaccination clinic.
Bango said, “Residents are encouraged to complete the consent form in advance to ensure a shorter wait time.”
For more information or for assistance in scheduling an appointment, contact the Health Department at 203-452-1030.