888 Washington Blvd. Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 977-5151
COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE
Anyone 65 and older can now get the COVID-19 Vaccine.
There are several vaccination sites and more popping up every week.
Please visit to find additional sites.
Also visit our website for up to date information at:
COVID Vaccine Sites
Stamford Hospital
Wheeler Building
Call 203-276-7300 or register online www.stamfordhealth.org
Community Health Center
Lord & Taylor Parking Lot
110 High Ridge Road
Call 877-918-2224 to schedule or Sign up via VAMS at: dphsubmissions.ct.gov/OnlineVaccine
Yale New Haven Health
Several locations across SW CT
Walmart and CVS are also available for vaccine
Please check your local pharmacy for appointments
If you or a family member have limited technology access, or have language, disability, or other
barriers that could prevent online option use, please call us at the Center and our staff will assist
You with getting the vaccine. 203-977-5151
When You Get Vaccinated
· You should receive a vaccination card or printout that tells you what COVID-19 vaccine you received,
the date you received it, and where you received it.
· You should receive a paper or electronic version of a fact sheet that tells you more about the specific
COVID-19 vaccine you are being offered.
Important Facts from the CDC
The Vaccines:
· Both Pfizer and Moderna require two shots for maximum effectiveness.
· Moderna 2nd dose should be around 28 days after first dose. · Pfizer 2nd dose should be around 21 days after first dose.
You should get your second shot as close to the recommended interval as possible. However, there is no maximum interval between the first and second doses for either vaccine. You should not get the second dose earlier than the recommended interval.
Remember
· It takes time for your body to build protection after any vaccination. COVID-19 vaccines that require 2 shots may not protect you until a week or two after your second shot.
Common Side Effects of the vaccine: · Pain or swelling at injection site
· Body aches, fever, chills, fatigue, headache (these symptoms usually subside within 24-48 hours)
Helpful Tips:
· Tylenol can help reduce the possible side effects (talk to your Doctor first before taking any medications )
· Apply a warm compress to injection site and exercise your arm where you received the vaccine
· Drink plenty of fluids, especially if you have a fever.
Let’s all do our part to stop the spread and
Protect each other!
Welcome to the Stamford Senior Center.
Our Mission:
To provide affordable opportunities for older adults in the greater Stamford area to be active and healthy in mind and body and remain connected to their community in a welcoming, safe and diverse environment.
The Center is open to older adults aged 50 years of age or older.
Membership dues are just $50 / year for an individual and $80 / year for a couple.
We offer fitness classes, arts, duplicate bridge, computer and technology classes, health and wellness programs, trips and so much more.
The Stamford Senior Center is currently closed for on-site programs due to the COVID-19 virus. We will follow CDC, state and local health department guidelines on when it is safe to re-open the center. The health and well-being of our members is our #1 priority.
Since the center suspended on site programs in March, we have become a "Senior Center without Walls" . Our focus has been to make sure our members are safe and have food, medications and other basic necessities to survive this pandemic and stay safe in their homes, while trying to keep them virtually connected to reduce the risks of social isolation. We have moved many of our classes online with Zoom and YouTube. We are also doing fitness in the park and monthly themed Drive through lunches to stay connected while being apart.
Together, as a community, we will overcome these difficult days
Please support our efforts to keep our seniors healthy and provide them with home delivered meals
and groceries during this pandemic.
We are all in this together!
Support our Annual Appeal Today
How to help
Your tax deductible donation supports our efforts to provide meals to seniors in need throughout this extended pandemic. Your support is also vital to help support our day to day operations , virtual programming, outdoor classes, drive through meals , as well as tablets to seniors who have no way to connect while they are at home facing prolonged social isolation. We thank you for your support to keep our older adults safe, healthy and socially connected.
Our Members
With over 900 members, The Stamford Senior Center serves a diverse group of individuals from all walks of life and from various ethnic, racial and socio-economic groups. We welcome both Stamford residents and residents from surrounding towns to become members and enjoy our programs and services.
Membership year runs from July 1 through June 30th of each year.
Membership dues has been pro-rated at this time.
If you wish to join please complete the membership applciation form and mail to us with your membership fee. You can also pay your membership fee online via PayPal button below.
