- More apppointments available at mass vaccination clinics
- Not near a mass site and looking for a vaccination clinic? Check here
- South King County vaccination site for older, vulnerable adults (50+ for I/DD) now open
Getting vaccinated in King County:
King County is opening two community vaccination sites on February 1 in Kent and Auburn to expand vaccine access to the most vulnerable older adults in south King County. Registration is now open to eligible south King County residents for appointments.
- You must register ahead; there is no on-site registration.
- People with I/DD age 50 and older who cannot live independently (and their caregivers) who live in south King County are eligible.
Register here: www.covidvaccine.kingcounty.gov
For language access, call: COVID-19 Assistance Hotline at 1-800-525-0127 or 1-888-856-5816 and press # for help with registration by phone, and state your preferred language when you are connected.
Locations:
- ShoWare Center in Kent, 625 W. James St. Park. Wheelchair accessible
- General Services Administration (GSA) Complexin Auburn, 2701 C St SW. This is a drive-through site!
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8:30 am to 5:40 pm
Who is eligible? Residents of South King County who are ....
- Age 75 and older, OR
- A family caregiver or home care worker taking care of someone age 50 or older who cannot live independently. The caregiver or home care worker does not need to be 50 or older, OR
- Specific groups of people age 50 and older. Those who are:
- Unable to live independently and receiving care from a caregiver, relative, in-home caregiver or someone who works outside the home.
- Living with AND caring for kin (examples include caring for a grandchild, niece or nephew. This does not include parents living with their child)
For assistance registering by phone: Call Washington state’s COVID-19 Assistance Hotline at 1-800-525-0127, then press # for help with registration by phone. For language interpretation state your preferred language when you are connected.
More information is available at Public Health’s vaccination website.
Information from the state Department of Health:
Information on mass vaccination sites run by the state ...
All mass vaccination sites are by appointment only and preregistration is required. Walk-ups are no longer accepted and, unfortunately, we’ve had to turn people without appointments away.
Here are the steps you must follow in order to get a vaccine:
1. Confirm you’re eligible using Phase Finder. If you need help with Phase Finder, dial 1-800-525-0127, then press #. Language assistance is available.
IMPORTANT: Phase Finder does not make you a vaccination appointment.
2. Currently in Washington state, there are Mass Vaccination Sites in four areas (Ridgefield, Wenatchee, Kennewick, and Spokane) and there will continue to be additional sites added across the state. To make an appointment at one of these sites, visit the DOH Mass Vaccination Site page. If you need help or don’t have internet access, call 1-800-525-0127, then press #. Language assistance is available.
3. You will receive an appointment confirmation with a date and time. Please stick to the timeslot you were given.
4. Finally, if you live in an area that does not currently have a mass vaccination site, please visit DOH's Vaccine Locations page to make an appointment with a local provider.
We realize appointments are limited and fill up quickly. We understand your frustration, but please do not get discouraged! As more vaccine becomes available, more appointment times will open up every week and you will be able to get your vaccine. Until then, please check back frequently. We know you’re waiting anxiously, and we appreciate your patience.
It’s important we continue doing the things that protect us all:
- Wear your mask
- Wash your hands
- Keep your distance
- Get tested if you think you have been exposed or have symptoms of COVID-19.
You can also help by sharing this information with family, friends, and community groups.
We know these are trying times, but, with vaccination, hope is on the horizon. We will continue working as hard as we can to get you your vaccine as soon as possible.
You can learn about the mass vaccination sites on our English and Spanish blog sites.
