Richardson, TX (October 21, 2020) – Four area nonprofit organizations are teaming up to offer a free “Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic” to children and adults in Travis and Williamson counties on Saturday, October 24.
The Drive-Thru Flu clinic will be at the Sacred Heart Community Clinic, 620 Round Rock West Dr. Bldg. 8, in Round Rock. The event starts at 9 a.m. and closes at noon, or until the clinic runs out of its 200 flu vaccinations.
The Caring Foundation of Texas along with the Texas Medical Association’s Be Wise – Immunize program, the Travis County Medical Alliance, and the Sacred Heart Community Clinic are collaborating to sponsor the clinic.
The flu shots are free of charge. Children four years and older who are uninsured, medically underinsured, or on Medicaid, are eligible as well as adults who are uninsured, medically underinsured or on Medicare.
“Vaccinations play a critical part in creating healthy communities,” said Dr. Paul Hain, Chief Medical Officer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, the lead sponsor of the Caring Foundation of Texas. “They have never been more important than at this moment in our history. With the flu season fast approaching and no rapid end to the COVID-19 pandemic, we must work together to protect our communities and keep them healthy.”
The community is invited to come early while the vaccine supply lasts. For more information call the Sacred Heart Community Clinic at 512-716-3929.
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About the Caring Foundation of Texas
Established in 1991, the Caring Foundation of Texas is a 501(c)3 organization, funded by community contributions, corporate sponsorships, grants and in-kind donations. The foundation’s signature program is the Care Van® Program which provides access to immunizations, oral care and health education for uninsured and medically underserved children at no cost to their families. Care Vans are uniquely designed to eliminate barriers that commonly prevent children from receiving on-time, age-appropriate immunizations and dental care in traditional health care settings. Care Vans travel to schools, houses of worship, and community events to conduct health outreach services. Additionally, through extended health education collaborations, the Care Van Program helps provide health, hygiene and wellness education for children and adolescents. The program focuses on preventative health initiatives to foster healthier lifestyles for Texans.