Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information & Updates
Please read this important message regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus) from our President, Faith F. Scott.
Faith F. Scott, MPH, MBA
President and CEO |
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to be a part of everyone’s life, the Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey (VNANNJ) remains committed to ensuring and promoting the safety of our patients, communities, and health care professionals. We remind everyone that there are protective and preventative actions they can take to limit the spread of the virus. Please see below for helpful information from trusted sources.
A few common measures the CDC advises for the general public include:
Available Resources It is critical to know where to obtain the most accurate and current information. The following resources are available with information on the coronavirus and should be consulted when making plans.
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DOCKET PUTS YOUR VACCINATION INFO ON YOUR PHONE
The New Jersey Department of Health has partnered with Docket® to allow easy access to personal and family immunization records using the free Docket app. After a simple sign-up, you’ll have your immunization records right on your phone. Click New Jersey’s COVID-19 Information Hub for more information and to download the app. NOTE: New Jersey residents must have a valid email or phone number on file with New Jersey Immunization Information System in order to access personal or family COVID-19 immunization records using this app. Please consult with your healthcare provider or health department if you have trouble locating your records using this service.
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Free In-Home COVID-19 Vaccines and Boosters for the Homebound and Caregivers
VNA will administer the COVID-19 vaccine, including booster shots, at no cost. For information or questions about scheduling a reservation, please call VNA's COVID hotline (973) 451-4121.
VNA will administer the COVID-19 vaccine, including booster shots, at no cost. For information or questions about scheduling a reservation, please call VNA's COVID hotline (973) 451-4121.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Information Up-to-date information on vaccines and boosters is always available at the links provided below. |
Click here for more information on vaccine eligibility and availability.
- Register here Pre-register and make an appointment through the NJ Vaccine Scheduling System.
- View locations here Make an appointment directly with a vaccination location.
- Learn more here Veterans who receive care from VA health facilities or live in VA long-term care facilities may be eligible through the VA.
CDC - INFOGRAPHIC: Caring for a Person at Home with COVID-19
CLICK here for these excellent Caregiver Instructions prepared by Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP), with guidelines for:
CLICK here for these excellent Caregiver Instructions prepared by Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP), with guidelines for:
- the caregiver
- the living space
- personal and laundry cleaning & disinfecting
STATE OF NJ • DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
CLICK here for the Department of Health's link, providing detailed information for:
CLICK here for the Department of Health's link, providing detailed information for:
- Communities and the General Public
- Schools and Businesses
- Healthcare and Public Health Professionals
CALLING ALL STUDENTS • VNA Time to Care Program
Join the VNA Time to Care program and make calls to those who are in need of a comforting voice. This is a great way to be involved in the community at this time of self-quarantine. CLICK here for more information, sign up.
Join the VNA Time to Care program and make calls to those who are in need of a comforting voice. This is a great way to be involved in the community at this time of self-quarantine. CLICK here for more information, sign up.
CDC - INFOGRAPHIC: 10 ways to manage respiratory symptoms at home
If you have fever, cough, or shortness of breath, call your healthcare provider. They may tell you to manage your care from home. CLICK here for this flyer prepared by the CDC.
If you have fever, cough, or shortness of breath, call your healthcare provider. They may tell you to manage your care from home. CLICK here for this flyer prepared by the CDC.
NJ ACTIVATES 211 CALL CENTER FOR COVID-19 QUESTIONS
All residents with questions or concerns about COVID-19 and resources available to them can call 2-1-1. NJ 211 is New Jersey's statewide, comprehensive, information and referral service operated by United Ways of New Jersey. CLICK here for more information about this valuable resource.
All residents with questions or concerns about COVID-19 and resources available to them can call 2-1-1. NJ 211 is New Jersey's statewide, comprehensive, information and referral service operated by United Ways of New Jersey. CLICK here for more information about this valuable resource.
