People over 65 years old and people with underlying health conditions, are at higher risk of complications from COVID-19. The most important step you can take is to protect yourself.
Vaccine Information
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Visit Vaccine Locator to find and schedule an appointment.
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If you or someone you know is homebound, fill out this secure online form. Your answers will allow us to connect individuals to available County and/or State Mobile Vaccine Teams.
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Call the hotline at 1-833-VAX-HELP (833-829-4357), then press #. Language assistance is available.
Nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult family homes
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Use the state Department of Social and Health Service’s facility location and visitor status finder for information about a specific facility or updates about visitation restrictions.
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Call the state’s hotline for questions about long-term care facilities, 888-856-5691 (open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily).
Important information
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Learn about high risk worker protections.
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COVID-19 hotline: Dial 1-800-525-0127, then press #. The hotline is open daily. Language assistance is available.
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Medical care plan(pdf) form, where you can list your current health conditions and treatments (CDC)
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The Administration for Community Living has created a list of resources for adults 60 and older and people with disabilities with information to help keep you safe and healthy.
Staying Connected
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For the 24 hour toll free friendship line from the Institute on Aging, call 1.800.971.0016
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Lifetime Connections Without Walls is a telephone activities program that provides opportunities for older adults to connect with others in their community and across the country.
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Virtual classes, activities, conversations via telephone from Covia (en espanol)
If you feel sick
Tips on what to do if you feel sick. If you think you have COVID-19, use this screening tool to assess your symptoms.
Risk factors and chronic conditions
People with underlying health conditions have a greater risk of complications from COVID-19.
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The Alzheimer’s Association has tips for dementia caregivers and additional resources including a 24/7 helpline, a free service where specialists and masters-level clinicians offer confidential support and information to people living with the disease, caregivers, families and the public. They also provide training, publications, and links to finding support and resources in your community.
Food and medication
Grocery stores and pharmacies are open. Many offer special shopping hours, pickup services, and delivery services. Call your local store to ask about their services. If you visit a store, avoid close contact and consider wearing a face covering. Many restaurants offer carry-out or delivery options. Visit our Food Assistance webpage.
Poison prevention hotline. Social distancing measures combined with decreased access to basic needs and services can disrupt routines and cause stress and anxiety. This can put older adults at higher risk of accidental or intentional poisoning due to medication errors, self-medication and more. If you have questions or need help, call the Washington Poison Center helpline at 1-800-222-1222 or visit www.wapc.org.
Hearing loss and deafness
Memory and cognitive impairment
LGBTQ+
Visit the National Resource Center for LGBT and Aging
Scams, price gouging, and misinformation
Bad actors want to exploit confusion about the coronavirus. Safeguard personal and financial information. Report fraud and price gouging to 866-720-5721 or at the Office of the Attorney General website. Tips on avoiding scams
Mental and well emotional support
It is normal to feel anxious, lonely, or depressed right now. There are many resources and organizations that can help.
Q&A series for older Washingtonians
A Question and Answer miniseries, created by the State Joint information Center, AARP, and TVW, answers questions from seniors around Washington State about how to stay healthy and maintain connections with loved ones during the pandemic. Episodes include interviews with the governor, Attorney General Bob Ferguson, Secretary of Health John Wiesman and numerous other experts. You can watch videos from the series here.