INLAND EMPIRE – (INT) – Those qualified to get the COVID-19 vaccine must have an appointment.

Registration is now open for several COVID-19 vaccine clinics planned for those in Phase 1A (all tiers), and 1B (tier 1), which includes individuals 65 and older.

There will be more than 11,000 additional appointments available across all RUHS-Public Health clinics from Jan. 19 – Jan. 22. Appointments are available on a first-come, first-serve basis within the current tiers. More appointments will be available as additional vaccine is received.

The clinics will provide vaccines free of charge, however those who show up must register prior to arrival, have an appointment, and show proof of eligibility (badge, business identification, letter of proof from employer). Medical insurance information will be requested.

Those 65 and older must have proof of age, such as a driver’s license. Seniors who need help registering can call 2-1-1.

Check out the description of the various tiers and to sign up for an appointment, visit www.ruhealth.org/covid-19-vaccine.

There are more than 175 COVID-19 vaccine providers in Riverside County. Residents should also check with their primary care physician, urgent care and pharmacy to see if they have vaccine available.

The following locations will have vaccine clinics starting Tuesday, Jan. 19 through Friday, Jan. 22. Hours of operation 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Corona High School
1150 W. 10th Street
Corona, CA, 92882

Heritage High School
26001 Briggs Road
Menifee, CA, 92585

San Gorgonio Middle School
1591 Cherry Avenue
Beaumont, CA, 92223

Indio Fairgrounds (Fullenwider Auditorium)
46350 Arabia Street
Indio, CA. 92201

San Bernardino County has joined Riverside County offering COVID-19 vaccinations for all residents aged 65 and over.

Vaccine supplies from the State are scarce, and appointments are limited. San Bernardino County residents 65 and over can make appointments through https://sbcovid19.com/vaccine/. Seniors can also sign up for email and text notifications to receive alerts about vaccination opportunities and other vaccination news through the "65+ Vaccine Notification Sign Up" link at https://sbcovid19.com/vaccine/.

Those who need assistance with appointments or signing up for notifications can call the COVID-19 hotline from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at (909) 387-3911.

Story Date: January 20, 2021