Getting the Vaccine
Last updated 2/1/2023
Contra Costa Health is here to offer reliable information about ways to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. The safe, effective and free COVID-19 vaccine is one of the best ways to prevent getting very sick.
This page has information about how and where you can get vaccinated through different vaccine providers.
Who Can Get Vaccinated
All people ages 6 months and older can get a safe, effective and free COVID-19 vaccine. People can get vaccinated through County and State-run sites, pharmacies and other healthcare systems.
Boosters
Everyone should stay up-to-date on vaccinations by getting booster shots when eligible. Click here to learn more about booster doses.
Ages 5+ Years
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The Omicron booster is available to people who completed their primary vaccination series or got their last booster shot at least 2 months ago.
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The Omicron booster from Pfizer is available to people ages 5 years and older
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The Omicron booster from Moderna is available to people ages 6 years and older
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Ages 6 Months - 4 Years
Children ages 6 months to 4 years may be eligible to get a booster, depending on which vaccine they already received.
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The Pfizer vaccine and Omicron booster are available for children ages 6 months to 4 years old
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Your child will need 2 doses of the vaccine given 3 weeks apart, followed by a third dose, the Omicron booster, 2 months later
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If your child has already received 3 doses, they are not eligible for the Omicron booster as a fourth dose at this time
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The Moderna vaccine and Omicron booster are available for children ages 6 months to 5 years old
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Your child will need 2 doses of the vaccine given 3 weeks apart, followed by a third dose, the Omicron booster, 2 months later
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Doses for People Who Are Immunocompromised
People who are immunocompromised are especially vulnerable to COVID-19 and should get additional doses as part of their primary series.
Where to Get Vaccinated
Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS)
All people ages 6 months and older can get vaccinated at a CCHS site even if they do not live or work in Contra Costa County. Appointments are recommended and can be made online or by phone at 1-833-829-2626, Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. People without appointments are accepted as time and vaccine supply allows.
People ages 12-17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to their vaccination, have written consent from a parent/guardian, or have a parent/guardian we can contact by phone during the vaccination.
Children ages 6 months to 11 years old must be accompanied by a parent or adult. If the parent/legal guardian cannot come with their child, they can provide written consent for the vaccination.
Free Mobile Vaccine Service
Contra Costa County workplaces, community organizations and any other group can now request a free visit from the Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) mobile COVID-19 vaccine service online or by calling 1-833-829-2626.
Vaccination Service for People Who Are Homebound
People who are homebound and live in Contra Costa County can request a home vaccination from our mobile team.
Vaccination Service for Congregate Living Facilities
Contra Costa County Congregate Living Facilities can request vaccination for residents and staff from our mobile team.
CCHS Vaccine Locations
Community members who have no health insurance may walk into any CCHS vaccine location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
Antioch
Nick Rodriguez Community Center: 213 F St, Antioch
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Open: Tue - Sat: 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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Regular-dose flu, Tdap and MPX vaccines also available
Antioch Health Center: 2335 Country Hills Dr, Antioch
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Community members who have no health insurance may walk into this location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine
Bay Point
Bay Point Family Health Center: 215 Pacifica Ave, Bay Point
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Open: Mon - Friday, 8 - 11:30 a.m.
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Community members who have no health insurance may walk into this location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine
Brentwood
Brentwood Health Center: 171 Sand Creek Rd, Suite A, Brentwood
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Community members who have no health insurance may walk into this location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or click to make an appointment online
Concord
Concord Health Center Building 2: 3024 Willow Pass Rd, Concord
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Community members who have no health insurance may walk into this location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine
Concord – Monument: 1034 Oak Grove Rd, Concord
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Open:
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Tues: 12 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
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Wed – Sat: 8 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
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Note: Google Maps may display inaccurate directions. The clinic entrance is on Oak Grove Road.
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Regular-dose flu, Tdap and MPX vaccines also available
Martinez
George & Cynthia Miller Wellness Center: 25 Allen St, Martinez
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Community members who have no health insurance may walk into this location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine
Pittsburg
Pittsburg Health Center: 2311 Loveridge Rd, Pittsburg
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Community members who have no health insurance may walk into this location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or click to make an appointment online
Richmond
North Richmond Center for Health: 1501 Fred Jackson Way, Richmond
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CCHS vaccine screening and consent forms for minors
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Community members who have no health insurance may walk into this location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine
Side Entrance of Richmond Memorial Auditorium: 25th Street and Nevin Ave, Richmond
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Entrance on side facing Nevin Ave and parking on street and lots across street.
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Open: Tues - Sat, 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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Regular-dose flu, Tdap and MPX vaccines also available
San Pablo
West County Health Center: 13601 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo
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Community members who have no health insurance may walk into this location to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or click to make an appointment online
Pop-Up Vaccine Clinics
You do not need to make an appointment to get vaccinated at pop-up clinics listed below unless otherwise indicated. Clinics offer the COVID-19 vaccine for adults (12 years and older) and the pediatric vaccine (6 months-11 years old). Pop-up clinics also offer flu and MPX vaccines.
CCHS vaccine screening and consent forms for minors - Patients ages 12-17 must bring both completed pages to the vaccination site if their parent/legal representative cannot be present at the time of vaccination. Children ages 6 months to 11 years must be accompanied by a parent or adult. If an adult other than the parent/legal representative is present at the time of vaccination, the parent can complete both pages to provide consent for vaccination or verbal consent can be obtained by phone from parent/legal guardian.
Saturday, Feb. 4
Iglesia Fuente De Salvacion: 1628 Broadway Ave, San Pablo
Hours: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 7
West Pittsburg Church: 204 Bailey Rd., Bay Point
Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 9
Montalvin Elementary School: 300 Christine Dr, Richmond
Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 11
St. Anne Church: 2800 Camino Diablo, Byron
Hours: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 14
West Pittsburg Church: 204 Bailey Rd., Bay Point
Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 18
Rainbow Community Center: 2380 Salvio St, Suite 310
Walk in or make an appointment online or call 1-833-829-2626
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 12:30 - 3 p.m.
Glo's Independent Living: 145 6th St. Richmond, CA 94801
Hours: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 21
San Pablo Library: 204 Bailey Rd., Bay Point
Hours: 3:30 – 7 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 23
Richmond MultiCultural Institute: 3600 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond
Hours: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 25
Iglesia Fuente De Salvacion: 1628 Broadway Ave, San Pablo
Hours: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 18
Rainbow Community Center: 2380 Salvio St, Suite 310
Walk in or make an appointment online or call 1-833-829-2626
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 12:30 - 3 p.m.
Saturday, April 15
Rainbow Community Center: 2380 Salvio St, Suite 310
Walk in or make an appointment online or call 1-833-829-2626
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 12:30 - 3 p.m.
State of California (MyTurn)
Making an Appointment
Schedule an appointment online (MyTurn.ca.gov) or call 1-833-422-4255.
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Clinics in Contra Costa County
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Pharmacies in Contra Costa County
Other Providers
Appointments Open to All
Schedule an appointment online (vaccines.gov) at providers such as:
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Arc Point Labs - Martinez & Richmond
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CareLink Pharmacy
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Costco
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CVS
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Delta Medical View Pharmacy
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Rite Aid
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Safeway
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Sam's Club
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SaveMart / Lucky
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Solano Pharmacy
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Stat-Med Urgent Care
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Suresh K Sachdeva MD, PC
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Tri-Valley Med. Center
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Walgreens
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Walmart
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Walnut Creek Urgent Care