Greetings, D4 residents -
We have made a few changes to my monthly newsletter! It still contains all the great content you need to stay informed about action taken at the Board of Supervisors meetings, the work I am doing as your District 4 Supervisor, civic engagement and volunteer opportunities, and more.
Vaccination Information
Last week, the CDC officially recommended COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for many recipients of the Moderna and J&J vaccines. As expected, the eligibility criteria for Moderna recipients is identical to that of Pfizer vaccine recipients: Individuals who received their second dose of either Moderna or Pfizer at least 6 months ago are now eligible for a booster, if they are:
- 65 or older
- 18+ and live in a long-term care facility
- 18+ and have at least one underlying medical condition
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18+ and work or live in a high-risk setting (such as food and agricultural workers, first responders, teachers, healthcare workers, etc.). See here for the full definition.
ALL recipients of the J&J vaccine who are 18 or older and received their dose at least 2 months ago are now also recommended for a booster shot.
Booster shots for all three vaccines are now available at all County sites. Many other sites (pharmacies, community clinics, doctor’s offices) also offer boosters. Visit www.sccfreevax.org to schedule a booster appointment or find a drop-in location. Individuals can also call 408-970-2000 to book their booster appointment. As always, vaccinations are free and available to all eligible patients, regardless of insurance or immigration status.
Don’t forget to also get your flu vaccination! Flu shots do not impact COVID booster eligibility. You can find a flu clinic near you here. You can also get one between 11am-2pm on Halloween at D4 in the Neighborhood (flyer is included below)!
Rental Assistance
California’s statewide eviction moratorium ended on Sept. 30, 2021. If you are at risk of eviction, please apply for emergency rental assistance NOW - do not wait. Submitting an emergency rental assistance application is the best way to protect yourself from eviction. To apply for rental assistance, you can go to HousingIsKey.com, or call 833-430-2122. If you would like help applying for rent relief, visit one of the City’s Eviction Help Center’s on the 12th floor of City Hall or at the Franklin McKinley School District office. You can also call Eviction Help Center staff at 408-975-4444 for assistance.
Let's Look at Art
Join the next Let’s Look at Art docent-training session beginning January 2022. This award-winning program by the San Jose Museum of Art sends docents into classrooms throughout the County. Designed to lead children to find the joy of art while developing their observations, interpretations, and communication skills, this interactive program has reached almost 1 million students. No art experience is required, and docents enjoy optional informative lectures, day trips to other museums, and other enriching activities. You can learn more and sign up to volunteer here, or email vol4llaa@sjmsart.org.
As we go back to in-person gatherings, please feel free to send an invitation to my office for me to attend your community events. I miss being out in the community with residents and look forward to seeing you all soon.
I and my team are here for you.
Be well,
Susan
