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COVID 19: Vaccine, Resources & Information
- Vaccine Information
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Vaccine Information
For vaccine information please visit the Frederick County Health Department's webpage.
Sign-up for COVID-19 Updates from Frederick County
You can sign up to get updates by texting FredCoVID19 to 888777 or receive email updates by registering at Alert Frederick website
Information from Frederick County
For update information visit the Frederick County, Maryland Joint Information Center COVID-19
FREDERICK COUNTY COVID-19 INFORMATION FOR ADULTS 65+
Information from the State of Maryland
The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) has released a "Frequently Asked Questions for Older Adults" regarding the Coronavirus.
Updates from the Governor’s Office
Information from the CDC
Tips from the CDC regarding: Running Essential Errands (Grocery Shopping, Take-Out, Banking, Getting Gas, Doctor Visits)
CDC Information on Homemade Cloth Face Coverings
CDC Checklist: The CDC has developed a checklist for older persons.
If you are an older adult or someone who has severe chronic medical conditions such as heart or lung disease, or diabetes, you are at higher risk for more serious COVID-19 illness. It is very important for you to take steps to stay healthy.
Pharmacies
Frederick County Pharmacy Information
The State of Maryland has also waived time restrictions on prescription medication refills. Please make sure you have a 30-day supply of each of your prescription medications.
Grocery Stores
Frederick County Grocery Store Information
The Maryland Department of Aging complied a list of grocery stores that deliver.
They are listed by county. Frederick County is on page 8.
Food Safety Information
Is Coronovirus a Concern at Grocery Stores
Is Coronovirus a Concern for Take Out
Shopping and Handling Groceries
Senior Call Check
Senior Call Check is a FREE service available to adults 65+ in Maryland.
Receive an automated daily call at a time you designate.
After 3 attempts and no answer, we will contact your alternate person to check on you.
Registration is easy – online or over the phone!
Connecting with Family and Friends
FaceTime: Getting Started
Skype: Getting Started
WhatsApp: Getting Started
Other Resources
Managing the challenges of the holidays during the pandemic
Mental Health Association of Maryland: Protecting Your Wellbeing
Virtual Walk-in Behavioral Health Service (once the page opens click on the yellow banner at the top of the page)
CDC: Daily Life Coping
Managing Anxiety: Coronavirus Fears & Concerns
Avoid Scams
Federal Trad Commission: Coronavirus Scams
The Maryland Department of Aging has launched a Slam the Scam Campaign to heighten awareness, educate, and provide resources.
Rumors vs Facts
Maryland Coronavirus (COVID-19) Rumor Control web page
Legal Help
Legal Aid information