Updates on COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters
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What is the COVID-19 Vaccine Booster?
A COVID booster shot is an additional dose of a vaccine given after the protection provided by the original shot(s) has begun to decrease over time. The booster is designed to help people maintain their level of immunity for longer.
Who is Eligible for a Booster Shot
For those who received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, the following groups are eligible for a booster shot at least 6 months after their initial doses:
Adults who received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least 28 days ago, and are moderately to severely immunocompromised, are eligible for a third dose of the vaccine, as part of their initial vaccination series.
People 18 and over who received the J&J vaccine at least two months ago are eligible for a booster and should get one.
Updates on Mixing COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters
CDC’s recommendations now allow eligible individuals to choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. Eligible New Yorkers can choose any of the three vaccines (at least 6 months after their second dose of Moderna or Pfizer).
For J&J recipients, all three vaccines are fine as a booster, but limited data shows that a Moderna or Pfizer booster could offer more antibodies.
If you’re not sure which one you should get, speak with your doctor or clinical staff at a vaccine site.
How to Get a Booster
Booster shots are available at City-run sites. Schedule an appointment here.
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Vaccine Mandate for NYC Employees
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NYC announced a COVID-19 vaccination mandate for City workers effective November 1st.
City workers, including NYPD and FDNY employees, are required to have proof of at least 1 dose of the vaccine by 5 pm on October 29th or be placed on unpaid leave.
Civilian employees of the Department of Correction (DOC) and uniformed members assigned to healthcare settings are also immediately subject to the mandate. Other uniformed members at DOC will be subject to mandate effective December 1st.
City employees will receive an extra $500 in their paycheck for receiving their first shot of the COVID-19 vaccine at a City-run vaccination site. This benefit will end at 5 pm on Fri, October 29th. Find a City-run vaccination site here: vaccinefinder.nyc.gov.
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Get Your First Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine
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Please note: The following information applies to those who have yet to receive the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine:
Schedule Online:
You can schedule a vaccine appointment at nyc.gov/vaccinefinder or by calling 877-VAX-4NYC (1-877-829-4692).
Walk-ins Welcome:
All New Yorkers can now get their COVID-19 vaccine by simply walking into any of the CIty's 11 public hospital locations! To find a walk-up vaccination site near you, click here.
Get Vaccinated at Home:
All New Yorkers can request an in-home vaccination with the COVID-19 vaccine. Fill out this form to get started or call 877-VAX-4NYC (877-829-4692).
Mobile Vaccine Bus:
Get vaccinated in your neighborhood this weekend! The Mobile Vaccine Bus will be in Canarsie, Crown Heights, Midwood, Mott Haven, Pelham Gardens, Tremont, Corona, Queens Village, Washington Heights, Inwood, Central Harlem, and many more. Find locations here.
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DVS Programs and Initiatives
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Get the Benefits You Deserve
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DVS represents NYC veterans in claims for benefits from the VA. During a time of economic crisis and high unemployment, we wanted to ensure that every veteran got the financial benefits they earned. To file a claim, fill out the form at VetConnectNYC.org (select "Benefits Navigation" as your preferred service).
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Volunteering with Mission: VetCheck volunteers make check-in calls to veterans across NYC. Through these calls, volunteers provide veterans with information regarding vital public services, including free meals, information on COVID-19 testing and vaccination sites, and mental health resources. Mission: VetCheck has placed over 33,485 calls to NYC veterans. To volunteer with Mission: VetCheck or request a check-in call, click here.
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Ending Veteran Homelessness
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Over the past five years, our housing team has moved over 1,000 veterans from shelters and into permanent housing. Learn more about DVS's efforts to end veteran homelessness in NYC here.
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Veteran-Owned Business Map
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How DVS Responded to the Pandemic
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Making supportive calls. Distributing face masks. Preparing meal kits. Housing the homeless. Processing VA benefit claims. Watch this video to learn how DVS responded to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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SITREP NYC: NYC's Official Veteran Podcast
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Listen to SITREP NYC, NYC's official veteran-focused podcast, to hear stories from veterans who are often ignored and underserved. Hear the complete season here or see below for a list of episodes:
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Stories of Transition
The Black Veteran Experience
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LGBT Veteran Stories
The Health of Women Veterans
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DVS updated its website to help EVERY veteran find the services that are right for them. Whether you're a student, transitioning, woman, LGBT, or a senior veteran - nyc.gov/vets has what you need.
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