FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE| March 29, 2021 (Winter Garden, FL) – The final event of a six-series vaccination clinic focusing on vaccinating those in underserved parts of the greater Orlando area, will be hosted on April 5, 2021 at Shepherd’s Hope located at 455 9th St., Winter Garden.

The vaccination effort is in partnership with Senator Randolph Bracy (District 11), Change for the Community, Inc., and the Florida Department of Emergency Management for the State of Florida Vaccination Program. The pandemic has affected underserved members of the community and the clinics will provide necessary outreach.  “There is a need in the community to provide access to this lifesaving vaccine.” Said Pam Gould, President and CEO of Shepherd’s Hope. “Shepherd’s Hope is honored to team up with Senator Bracy to offer vaccines for many underserved neighbors that have not been able to access other locations.” 

On the day of the event, medical personnel such as registered nurses, nursing assistants and check-in personnel will be on hand assisting in the distribution of 200 free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines. Individuals receiving their vaccinations will be socially distanced before and after their vaccination. There is also a convenient drive-thru option.

Prioritization of vaccinations will be in accordance with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Department of Health Guidelines. Seniors are prioritized first to ensure our most vulnerable citizens have access to the vaccine first, but has expanded to include:

  • Persons 18 years of age and older,
  • Persons determined to be extremely vulnerable by a physician,
  • Health care workers with direct patient contact,
  • Law enforcement and firefighters 50 years of age and older,
  • Teachers of grades K–12, and
  • Residents and staff of long-term care facilities.

Those who receive the vaccine will need to plan to return to the site of your first shot in three weeks for your second dose. You mustcall to make an appointment to receive a vaccine, as no walk-ins will be accepted. To make an appointment contact: (407) 876-6699 ext. 228.

Press Contact | Martha Mannarino, Martha.Mannarino@shepherdshope.org  (321) 279-5843

About Shepherd’s Hope | Shepherd’s Hope provides free acute and specialty care medical services, education and wellness programs to uninsured and underinsured men, women and children in Central Florida. The non-profit organization has provided over 330,000 free patient visits and services since 1997. In 2019, Shepherd’s Hope provided more than 19,000 free patient visits and medical services. This care is possible thanks to partnerships with 3,000 licensed medical and general volunteers, three community hospital systems, 100 diagnostic/secondary providers and numerous multi-faith partners. Patients are served at its five Central Florida health centers in Longwood, East Orlando, Downtown Orlando, Ocoee and Winter Garden, and 95 percent of donations directly support patient services. Please visit www.shepherdshope.org for more information.

About Change for the Community | Founded in 2019 by Shaniqua “Shan” Rose, Change for the Community is a professional community relations organization.  They offer end-to-end project management, personnel, and subject matter expertise throughout projects and into operations. Additional they participate in community projects and programs to help address, manage, and resolve various problems that take place, including but not limited to youth mentoring, community feedings, clean ups, and more. Please visit www.changeforthecommunity.com for more information.