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This website connects residents of Elkhart County to resources and provides opportunities for people to give back during these challenging times. Please click here if you are looking for Elkhart County Health Department updates, here if you'd like to learn more about vaccines, or here if you are looking for testing site information.
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Update 2/23: COVID-19 vaccination registration for Hoosiers age 60 and older is now open on the state's website
Hoosiers age 60 and older in Elkhart County can register now by calling 2-1-1 or 574-523-2106 or visiting vaccine.coronavirus.in.gov. A caregiver or loved one may make an appointment on behalf of an eligible senior. Appointments for the second dose will be made at the clinic when the first dose is administered.
First responders (fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, reservists and volunteers) who have in-person contact with the public and licensed and unlicensed healthcare workers who have in-person contact with patients or infectious material in any healthcare setting are also eligible to schedule a vaccination appointment. Eligible professionals should receive an invitation and registration link from their employer, professional association, or the State of Indiana (Indiana Department of Health, Professional Licensing Agency, Family & Social Services Administration, Department of Homeland Security, or another state agency).
Learn more about vaccines by clicking here.
First responders (fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, reservists and volunteers) who have in-person contact with the public and licensed and unlicensed healthcare workers who have in-person contact with patients or infectious material in any healthcare setting are also eligible to schedule a vaccination appointment. Eligible professionals should receive an invitation and registration link from their employer, professional association, or the State of Indiana (Indiana Department of Health, Professional Licensing Agency, Family & Social Services Administration, Department of Homeland Security, or another state agency).
Learn more about vaccines by clicking here.
The Elkhart County Health Department has set up a form for reporting concerns regarding COVID-19 precautions at Elkhart County businesses, restaurants, nightclubs, and bars. Please report any of your concerns by filling and submitting out the form which can be found here.
The ECHD has also reopened its call center (574)-523-2106 (9 am - 4 pm, M-F) to address any questions about policy changes and testing sites.
Recursos en español: https://condadomarshall.org/ y un video, "Preguntas sobre la vacuna"
Elkhart County COVID-19 Testing Sites
What's happening in Elkhart County?
Be sure to check out the Updates! page for recent information and resources.
Additionally, the Elkhart County COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disasters) Facebook page is a great resource for information about county resources and events. It even has a great video highlighting the work of member organizations! Please be sure to visit and like the page!
Additionally, the Elkhart County COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disasters) Facebook page is a great resource for information about county resources and events. It even has a great video highlighting the work of member organizations! Please be sure to visit and like the page!
Thursday, February 25, 2021
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- Hoosiers age 60 and older in Elkhart County can now register for the COVID-19 vaccine by calling 2-1-1 or 574-523-2106 or visiting vaccine.coronavirus.in.gov. If you have questions about the vaccine, please visit elkhartcountycovid19.com.
- 15 new cases yesterday. 21,806 Elkhart County residents have received at least the first dose of the vaccine. Elkhart County has been progressed to Level Blue!!!!! Great work! Continue to wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.
- County has yet to issue COVID fines to repeat offenders. An ECHD rep says that the goal is compliance, not fines.
- Anti-vaxxers had an honest and frank conversation with county commissioners and EC Health Officer, Dr. Wait. It's important to continue to have these conversations and speak honestly and respectfully!
- Check out the Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!
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- The State of Indiana's rental assistance program has reopened. The application can be found here.
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