Austin Vaccine Sites

Vaccine sites, COVID-19 testing, and related information for Austin residents:

The vaccine has arrived in Austin! Taking the vaccine is the best way to protect yourself, your family, and the  Austin community.

Anyone 18 and under will need a parent or guardian present during the appointment.

For a list of other Austin area vaccine sites,  click here.  For the list in Spanish, click here.  

COVID-19 vaccine at PCC Community Wellness:
PCC Community Wellness Center is now offering all three authorized COVID-19 Vaccines for patients.

Who is now eligible to get the vaccine at PCC? 

  •  All patients 12 years and older
  •  All individuals in service area who are 12 years and older.

Is PCC still carrying Moderna and J&J?Yes, they will now be carrying all three COVID-19 Vaccines authorized in the U.S. This may also change over time pending demand. Remember, Moderna and J&J are only authorized for ages 18+ at this time. View the Spanish flyer here.

Additional Resources: 

  • COVID-19 Vaccine Information for Specific Groups has been updated.
  • New web page: COVID-19 Vaccines for Children and Teens; New fact sheet: COVID-19 Vaccines for Preteens and Teens
  • New frequently asked questions: Two new FAQs – safety and benefits of vaccination for adolescents aged 12 and older.
  • New myth-buster about menstrual cycles: question and answer
  • Myth-buster about infertility: question and answer
  • Get your COVID-19 Vaccine at a Cook County Health site, such as the Austin Health Center at 4800 W. Chicago Avenue. Walk-in hours are Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4pm. View the English and Spanish flyer for the full facility list.
  • Chicago Public Schools unveils Student Vaccination Program, including Michele Clark High School in Austin. Click here to read the full article.
  • Cara is now supporting anyone needing a ride to get a COVID-19 vaccine shot from the Uber ride-sharing company. This opportunity is available for all individuals that are eligible for vaccination (12+ years old). To request transportation, the individual or legal guardian can call 773-924-2205.
  • Walgreens introduces free vaccine clinics at 10 major Chicago office buildings. Click here to learn more.
  • View pop-up vaccine events by Chicago regions here.
  • Click here for the latest COVID-19 data for Chicago.
  • Youth 12 to 15 can now be vaccinated at Chicago-operated sites offering Pfizer. View a list of the vaccination sites here.
  • CCH Welcomes Walk-Ins for the COVID-19 Vaccine! Cook County Health offers walk-in availability at its six large-scale vaccination sites. For convenience, appointments can still be made here. View the flyer here.
  • Illinois vaccination site list available for those interested in booking an appointment. Click here to view the list, or view the Spanish version here. For a map of case counts by zip code, click here. Or for frequently asked questions about the vaccine rollout, click here.
  • The Chicago Department of Health is operating a mass vaccination site at Chicago State University. Register here to get vaccinated as soon as you are eligible. View the English flyer here. View the Spanish flyer here.
  • CORE is bringing back their outdoor COVID-19 testing site at the Midway Center. Weekly walk-up testing will occur on Fridays at 3843 W. 63rd St. Click here for more information or call (312) 746-4835.
  • Attention Veterans: Hines VA is now vaccinating all veterans. Click here to learn how to schedule your appointment.
  • FREE COVID-19 Testing from CORE and the City of Chicago. Click here for locations. Pre-register at chi.gov/covidtest. Walk-ups also available.
  • IL Department of Public Health have mobile COVID-19 Testing Sites open to all regardless of symptoms, click here for details.
  • Chicago’s emergency travel order guidelines are updating each week. Click here for the latest details.
  • Walgreens offers no-cost, contactless COVID-19 testing at select locations. To take a quick screening survey to see if you’re eligible for testing, click here.
  • Free risk assessments for COVID-19 hosted by Howard Brown Health and TaskForce Prevention & Community Services. Click here for more information.
  • Have limited access to a pharmacy due to COVID-19? Click here for medical resources.
  • Contact tracing is the multi-step process of identifying, assessing and managing people exposed to a positive COVID-19 case and connecting exposed people to resources to assist them during quarantine. It is not new and is routinely used to prevent the further spread of communicable diseases. Learn more at https://cookcountypublichealth.org/communicable-diseases/covid-19/contact-tracing/
  • Cook County’s Crisis Hotline is (833) 413-HELP (4357) and is made possible by a partnership with the Westside Community Triage and Wellness Center.
  • COVID 19 and Unemployment Benefits Questions? Call (800) 244-5631
  • City of Chicago COVID-19 Response Center
  • MAP: Here’s where you can get a COVID-19 test in the Chicago area