COVID-19 Update
Since Monday, there are 302 new COVID-19 cases reported and 9,663 new tests performed. There are 35 people hospitalized, 2 in the ICU. There has been 1 additional death of a 94 year old male. Our thoughts and sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the community member.
75.8% of Ventura County’s population 12+ are fully vaccinated.
82.1% of Ventura County’s population 12+ has received the first dose.
83.4% of Ventura County’s population 18+ has received the first dose.
Public Health vaccination clinics and state testing sites will be closed in observance of Veteran’s Day on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Other providers also offer testing and vaccines. More infomration: www.vcrecovers.org. Children ages 5 and over are eligible for COVID-19 vaccines. Talk to your child’s doctor or visit MyTurn.ca.gov to make an appointment.
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The vaccine dashboard will soon reflect expanded eligibility to ages 5-11.
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Did your student receive free or reduced school lunches or breakfasts last year? If so, the Federal Communications Commission may be able to help get your family up to $50-$75 off monthly internet services with the Emergency Broadband Benefit. Eligible households can also receive a discount of up to $100 for the purchase of a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers. For more info, please call 833-511-0311 or visit www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit.
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As of November 4, anyone age 5 and older is eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
- Pfizer is approved for ages 5 and older.
- The Moderna and J&J vaccines are approved
- for ages 18 and older.
It is encouraged that children receive COVID-19 vaccines at their doctor’s office, community clinic or local pharmacy. Residents can visit www.vaccines.gov to find a vaccine site offering vaccines to children over the age of 5, view eligibility information about booster shots, and additional information about COVID-19 vaccines for children and teens. COVID-19 vaccines are offered at over 200 sites in Ventura County by a network of medical offices, community clinics, pharmacies, Public Health clinics and mobile clinics, and approximately half of these sites have confirmed they will offer the vaccine to 5–11-year-olds. Vaccine appointments are recommended especially for this age group and may be made on MyTurn.CA.gov or by calling (833) 422-5255 (available in multiple languages) for scheduling support. MyTurn displays Public Health operated clinics as well as those from some of the pharmacies and providers. Additional vaccine sites can be found by reviewing the list of Ventura County pharmacies at www.vcrecovers.org or by visiting www.vaccines.gov. Participating pharmacies include Albertsons, Costco and Sam’s Club (membership is not required), CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreens, and Walmart. While most vaccination providers, including pharmacies, accept walk-ins or same-day appointments, parents and caregivers are encouraged to schedule an appointment to assure the prover is offering the vaccine to this new age group.
County Public Health operates vaccination clinics at the following locations. Appointments are also available at MyTurn.CA.gov or call the CA COVID-19 Hotline at 833-422-4255. Public Health vaccination clinics will be closed In observance of Veteran’s Day on Thursday, November 11.
- North Oxnard Public Health 2240 E. Gonzales Rd, Suite 140 Oxnard, CA 93036 Walk-in hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; The clinic has added a weekend day to serve 5–11-year-olds. Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Vaccine: Pfizer, Moderna, and Janssen
- South Oxnard Public Health (Tent in the parking lot, near Las Islas Clinic) 2500 S. C Street, Oxnard CA, 93033 Walk-in hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Vaccine: Pfizer, Moderna, and Janssen
Public Health also offers mobile clinic events at various sites throughout the county each week. The Ventura County Public Health Department and California Department of Public Health have offered school districts specific clinics for 5–11-year-olds. More information at www.vcrecovers.org.
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Request a Mobile COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic to your event or location at no cost. Businesses or organizations must have at least 35 people that would like to get vaccinated. Register by emailing grouptesting@covidclinic.org.
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Need a ride to get a COVID vaccine?
- Free Rides to COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments are available through Gold Coast Transit District’s GO ACCESS program. Must schedule a ride one day in advance by calling 805-485-2319.
- The Ventura County Area Agency on Aging provides transportation services for older adults ages 60+ who have a scheduled appointment for testing or vaccine. Call 805-477-7300 to schedule a ride.
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