Times-Chronicle Staff
Over a period of two days, approximately 200 people in Oliver have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
The Interior Health clinic at the Oliver Legion Hall has been fairly steady since vaccinations began March 15.
Seniors in Oliver and Osoyoos aged 90+ and Indigenous people aged 65+ can book an appointment to get their COVID-19 vaccine at their respective clinics. To book an appointment, call 1-877-740-7747 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., seven days a week.
Call on or after Monday, March 15th if:
You were born in or before the year 1936 (85+ years)
Call on or after Monday, March 22nd if:
You were born in the year 1941 or earlier (80+ years)
A live agent at the call centre will assist with booking to provide an appointment date, time, and location. Make sure to have your personal health number ready when calling to book.
For seniors who need help with booking appointments, Desert Sun Counselling Centre is offering assistance in the registration process. The centre is assisting with booking vaccination appointments as well as providing transportation to and from the clinic to those that need it.
If you need assistance to book an appointment, please contact Bonnie Dancey at Desert Sun at 250-408-4128 or email her at [email protected].
