NEWS RELEASE
JEFFERSON PARISH, LOUISIANA
January 7, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
JEFFERSON PARISH COUNCILMAN BYRON LEE, DISTRICT 3, TEAMS UP WITH
INCLUSIVCARE FOR COVID VACCINATIONS ON MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY
To Sign Up, CLICK HERE or Call 504 – 364 –2603.
MARRERO, LA– On Monday, January 18, 2021 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., InclusivCare will be providing free drive-up COVID 19 vaccines at 1855 Ames Blvd. in Marrero, Louisiana. Vaccines will be issued to individuals who fall in the Tier 1 category as defined by the LDH guidelines, which includes persons over the age of 70 years, healthcare workers and firefighters. To sign up, CLICK HERE or call 504 – 364 –2603.
According to Councilman Byron Lee, District 3, “In times like these we must hold fast to hope! We have all seen the damages of Covid-19 on our community and we must each do our part to flatten the curve. In addition to the testing sites and mask giveaways we’ve done this year, I am happy to partner with InclusivCare to begin administering the vaccine. We highly encourage all that are eligible to take advantage of this opportunity.”
CEO of InclusivCare Dr. Shondra Williams said, “We remain laser focused on the needs of the community and vulnerable populations in Jefferson Parish. We are happy to partner with Councilman Lee to expand our collective efforts to combat the pandemic that will leave a permanent mark. We fully endorse COVID 19 vaccination as one of the weapons that can end and slow down the spread of COVID 19.”
Vaccines will be free and provided by appointment only. A brief screening process will be required to ensure eligibility based on the guidelines. Individuals should bring a picture ID to verify age or work ID to verify employment.
Free rapid COVID testing will also be available for individuals who have pre-registered, as required. Vaccines will not be administered to anyone who is experiencing symptoms of COVID 19 or who test positive for COVID 19 on the day of the event.
InclusivCare is a Nationally Accredited Health Center by Joint Commission and NCQA Certified. The mission is to provide quality, affordable, healthcare to everyone. InclusivCare also provides transportation services to its clients who need transportation to one of InclusivCare’s four locations in Avondale, Kenner, Marrero or Lafitte. To learn more, visit www.inclusivcare.com.
For more information about Jefferson Parish, visit www.JeffParish.net. Residents can also receive regular updates by following the Parish on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@JeffParishGov).
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