COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Phase Update |
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The success of the County’s implementation of the phased, tiered vaccination plan depends on everyone being patient and allowing priority groups to be vaccinated first. Currently, vaccinations are being provided to the following prioritized groups:
- Phase 1A populations (all tiers)
- Phase 1B, Tier 1 populations which include:
- Education
- Food Service, Grocery and Agriculture Workers
- Child Care Providers
- Emergency Services
The Health Care Agency Hotline at 714-834-2000 is available Monday–Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for questions related to Othena, vaccine appointments and other vaccine-related issues. Specific Othena questions can also be emailed to support@compositeapps.net.
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Severe Weather Delays COVID-19 Vaccine Supplies/Temporarily Closure of POD Sites |
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As of Saturday, February 20, the Santa Ana College POD site has temporarily closed due to a lack of vaccine supply. Severe weather across the country delayed delivery of COVID-19 vaccine supplies across the State of California, including to Orange County. The reopening date of the Santa Ana College POD depends on receipt of additional Pfizer vaccine supply.
Everyone who has an appointment will receive a notification through Othena with information regarding rescheduled appointments.
For daily COVID-19 vaccine updates, click here.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Super POD Site Opens at Anaheim Convention Center |
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Effective February 24, 2021, everyone who received the first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at the Disneyland Super POD site will be able to receive the second dose at the Anaheim Convention Center Super POD site. After February 24, Disneyland will only dispense Pfizer, both first and second doses.
The Anaheim Convention Center site will only dispense Moderna, first and second doses.
For those who have scheduled their second dose appointment, the date and time will remain the same; only the location will change. Othena will send a notification to everyone whose appointment location is affected by this change.
To read the full press release, click here.
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Social Services Agency Expands Office Hours at
Four Regional Centers
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Effective Monday, February 22, 2021 the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) will extend in-person office hours at its four currently open public assistance regional centers. The expanded hours will help to ensure a greater number of Orange County residents have in-person access to public assistance benefits and related services, while planning for the safety and protection of SSA clients and staff during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Beginning Monday, February 22, 2021, the following locations will be open to the public with limited functionality, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to
5 p.m.:
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Anaheim Regional Center, 3320 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806
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Laguna Hills Regional Center, 23330 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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Garden Grove Regional Center, 12912 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, CA 92840
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Santa Ana Regional Center, 1928 S. Grand Ave., Bldg. B & C, Santa Ana, CA 92705
The same services provided by the regional offices can be accessed online as well the SSA Call Center. SSA urges OC residents to use alternative access points, if possible.
Click here to access the press release.
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Immediate Action Agreement for Relief to Californians Experiencing Pandemic Hardship |
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On February 23, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law a comprehensive package of immediate actions that will speed needed relief to individuals, families and businesses suffering the most significant economic hardship due to COVID-19.
To read the full press release, click here.
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Outdoor and Indoor Youth and Recreational Adult Sports Industry Guidance |
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The California Department of Public Health announced that, beginning February 26, many outdoor and indoor adult recreational and youth organized sports may resume, subject to guidance, which provides direction on outdoor and indoor youth and recreational adult sports activities to support a safe environment for these sports. The guidance applies to all organized youth sports and recreation — including school- and community-sponsored programs, and privately-organized clubs and leagues — and adult recreational sports.
Click here for the updated guidance.
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OC Youth Town Hall: Promoting Youth Mental Health and Well-Being Through Resiliency and Community Connection |
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CalOptima Regulatory Alerts |
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Due to the rapidly changing situation surrounding COVID-19, CalOptima posts a roundup of federal/state rules, guidance and news related to COVID-19. It will be updated frequently.
Below are the recent COVID-19 Regulatory Highlights:
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CDPH LHD Conference Call Notification Weekly COVID-19 Update Call Notes (posted 2/16/21)
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CDPH SNF Conference Call Notification Weekly COVID-19 Update Call Notes (posted 2/12/21)
Providers and other health care professionals with questions can call the Provider Relations department 714-246-8600 or email providerservices@caloptima.org.
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How to Contact CalOptima During the COVID-19 Pandemic |
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CalOptima Customer Service remains ready to respond to member needs. Members can call Customer Service from the safety of their home, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We have staff who speak their language.
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Medi-Cal toll-free: 1-888-587-8088
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OneCare Connect toll-free: 1-855-705-8823
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OneCare toll-free: 1-877-412-2734
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TTY 711
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PACE: 1-714-468-1100; toll-free: 1-855-785-2584
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PACE TTY: 1-714-468-1063
Our buildings are closed to members, but we are continuing to serve our members through our Customer Service phone lines, as we adhere to guidelines to reduce the possibility of COVID-19 transmission.
CalOptima
505 City Parkway West
Orange, CA 92868
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
13300 Garden Grove Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92843
County Community Service Center
15496 Magnolia Street, Suite 111
Westminster, CA 92610
(Limited community partners are providing services on-site. CalOptima services are being provided remotely to ensure the safety of our members and employees.)
For CalOptima-specific updates on COVID-19, please visit our home page at www.caloptima.org.
National information can be found on the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) website at www.coronavirus.gov and local information can be found at the Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA) website at www.occovid19.ochealthinfo.com.
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