COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Please note that the Ann Chandler Clinic will be closed December 24-31, 2021 for Holiday and Reduced Service Days .
Appointments may be limited. Whenever possible, we encourage residents to schedule vaccine appointments with a primary healthcare provider.
Where to get vaccinated in Berkeley
COVID-19 vaccines are free to everyone and available by drop-in or appointment at pharmacies, health care providers, and pop-up clinics across Berkeley and the region.
You do not need insurance to get vaccinated. You will not be asked about immigration status.
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Who's eligible for standard, boosters and additional doses of the COVID-19 vaccine
First and second dose
Anyone aged 5 and older are eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccine first and second doses; Pfizer and Moderna are a two dose vaccine while Janssen (J&J) is a single dose vaccine.
Those that are between the ages of 12-17 are only eligible for the Pfizer vaccine. Those between the ages of 5-11 are only eligible to receive the pediatric Pfizer vaccine doses.
Boosters
Booster shots are now available for everyone 18 and older.
You are eligible for a booster shot:
- If you got a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and feel you're at risk, get a booster shot after 6 months
- If you got a Johnson & Johnson vaccine, get a booster shot after 2 months
Your booster shot can be a different vaccine brand than you received before, as long as you completed your original vaccination series (one dose of Johnson & Johnson or two doses of Pfizer or Moderna).
Read more booster facts and booster questions and answers from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
Whenever possible, the City encourages residents to get their booster from their primary healthcare provider.
Third dose for those with moderately to severely compromised immune systems
Under State vaccination guidelines, those with moderately to severely compromised immune systems are eligible for an additional (third) dose of select COVID-19 vaccines, Pfizer and Moderna. See State eligibility guidelines for the list of those eligible for an additional (third) dose.
If you part of this group, talk to your healthcare provider about your medical condition and whether getting an additional dose is appropriate for you. For more information on additional doses for those moderately to severely immunocompromised, view the CDPH's Additional Doses FAQ page.
Ways to get vaccinated
COVID-19 vaccines are widely available through other sources including some that offer same-day appointments or drop-in vaccinations for both first, second doses and additional doses (for those with moderately to severely compromised immune systems).
The COVID-19 vaccine is free for everyone. You do not need insurance to get vaccinated.
MyTurn: Use myturn.ca.gov to schedule appointments at many sites across the state and region, MyTurn is available in 14 languages.
Vaccines.gov: Use Vaccines.gov to find a location near you, then call or visit their website to make an appointment.
CA COVID-19 hotline: Call 1-833-422-4255 to schedule appointments by phone. Translators are available to support 250 languages.
Local pharmacies: Getting vaccinated at a neighborhood pharmacy may be the most accessible option for many. For booking information, see: CVS, Safeway, Walgreens.
Private health care providers are vaccinating both members and nonmembers: See information from: Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, Stanford Health Care.
Berkeley Public Health clinics: Pop-up vaccine clinics coordinated through the Berkeley Public health listed below.
Berkeley Public Health vaccine clinics
Everyone 18 and up is welcome at any of the Berkeley Public Health vaccine clinics listed on this page. Clinics using Pfizer vaccine are open to everyone 12 and up. Clinics indicate "Pediatric Pfizer vaccines available" offer vaccines for those ages 5-11.
For doses beyond your first at any clinic, bring your CDC vaccination card or digital vaccine record if card is unavailable
Walk-up clinics
Mondays and Wednesdays: Ann Chandler Clinic (18+)
Ann Chandler Public Health Center, 830 University Ave.
- By Appointment only, no walk-in availability
- Closed from December 24-31, 2021 for Holiday and Reduced Service Days.
- Moderna and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccines (only for those 18 and older)
- 10:00 am -1:00 pm
- Appointment required: Call Berkeley Public Health at (510) 981-5350 to make an appointment. Spanish assistance available. For voicemail, leave your name and phone number and request a call back for a vaccine appointment.
- Moderna and Johnson & Johnson boosters available.
- Moderna additional (3rd) doses available.
Getting your second dose
Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines require two doses. It is important that you receive your second dose to be fully vaccinated.
You should follow the recommended timing window outlined below for your second dose:
Moderna vaccines
Get your second dose of the Moderna vaccine:
- as close to as possible but no sooner than 28 days (4 weeks) after your first dose
- preferably no later than 42 days (6 weeks) after your first dose, but later second doses will still complete your vaccination.
Pfizer vaccines
Get your second dose of the Pfizer vaccine:
- as close to as possible but no sooner than 21 days (3 weeks) after your first dose
- preferably no later than 42 days (6 weeks) after your first dose, but later second doses will still complete your vaccination.
For further questions, talk to your medical provider, the provider of your first dose or other COVID-19 vaccine providers.
After you're vaccinated
Some people experience side effects after being vaccinated, including mild side effects such as arm soreness where the shot was given, headaches, muscle pain and tiredness. To learn about more possible side affects, side effects reporting, and rare but serious side effects, visit the CDPH Vaccine page.
Side effects are normal, and should go away in a few days. Not everyone will experience side effects. If you don't have side effects after you get your shot, don't worry. The vaccine is still working.
When you are considered fully vaccinated
It takes time for your body to build protection once you receive your shot. You are considered "fully vaccinated":
- two weeks after your second shot of a two-dose vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna)
- two weeks after receiving a single-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson)
If getting a two-dose vaccine, it is essential to get both shots.
Once you are fully vaccinated
Once you're fully vaccinated, you should follow the CDPH's Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People
Fully vaccinated people must still get tested if experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and follow state and local isolation guidance if they test positive.
Lost and incorrect vaccine card
The City of Berkeley does not keep vaccine records and is unable to provide a replacement CDC vaccine card. Vaccination records are maintained by the State. If you have lost your COVID-19 CDC vaccine card, obtain a record of your immunization through:
- CA Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Record: A digital vaccine record that details your COVID-19 vaccination, as stored in the California Immunization Registry (CAIR), that includes COVID-19 vaccination dates, vaccine type received and a QR code. Request your Digital Record from the State online and download the image and save for your records.
- Your Health Care Provider: If you are having issues accessing your digital record from the State, it is possible that your health care provider may have record of your COVID-19 vaccination on file that you can access and print. Call your health care provider or login to your health care provider's member portal immunizations page to check.
Please note these options will not provide a replacement paper CDC vaccine card and may not have the vaccine lot numbers.
If you are unable to retrieve your record or if there is an error on your record, the State has created a Virtual Assistant tool to submit requests for Vaccine Record errors. The CDPH states that you should be notified of their findings and remediation actions within 2-3 weeks of submission.
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Last updated November 29, 2021