CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) INFORMATION PAGE
COVID-19 VACCINATION PRE-REGISTRATION FOR LOCAL CLINICS FOR RESIDENTS 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER (CLICK HERE)
May 3, 2021
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) UPDATES
EAST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP
Several EAST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP sites now are available for COVID-19 Vaccines, see below:
CVS -- East Windsor Town Center CVS has the Pfizer Vaccine and the Target Store CVS has the Moderna Vaccine. (CLICK HERE) for an appointment.
Walgreens, (16 Route 571), and Walmart (839 Route 130) and the Shop-Rite Pharmacy (EW Town Center Plaza, 319 Route 130 No.) -- Walgreens (CLICK HERE) has the Pfizer vaccine, Walmart (CLICK HERE) has the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, and Shoprite (CLICK HERE) has the Moderna vaccine
Greenhill Pharmacy, 104 Hickory Corner Road, has the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, call 609-308-2887.
Future Pharmacy, The Galleria at Twin Rivers Center, 680 Route 33 East, has the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, call 609-632-2170.
East Windsor Township, in an effort to assist Township Residents with COVID-19 Vaccinations, has VACCINE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE for a Township-conducted Moderna vaccine clinic on Thursday, May 6 between 12:30 P.M. and 2:30 P.M. To register for an appointment, (CLICK HERE)
EACH OF THE NEW JERSEY "MEGA-SITES" ARE NOW OPEN FOR WALK-IN VACCINATIONS and EVERYONE 16 AND OVER IS ELIGIBLE TO BE VACCINATED. (CLICK HERE) for list of NJ Mega-Sites, locations and contact information.
STATE OF NEW JERSEY UPDATE
Governor Murphy announced today, gathering limitations are expanded, effective Friday, May 7 (originally May 10). For the expanded gathering limitations (CLICK HERE).
Governor Murphy announced that, effective Wednesday, May 19, "with COVID-19 numbers trending decisively in the right direction", the COMPLETE REMOVAL of ALL OUTDOOR gathering limitations and the complete removal of all percentage capacity limits for indoor and outdoor businesses, and houses of worship as long as social distancing guidelines can be met. For specifics (CLICK HERE).
Mercer County has reported, as of May 3, 2021, there have been 32 new cases for a total of 31,080 confirmed COVID-19 Cases to date, and a total, sadly, of 890 deaths in Mercer County. All active cases are either at home self-isolating or admitted to the hospital. The State of New Jersey today reported 880 additional Confirmed COVID-19 Cases for a current total of 876,141 cases, and 16 additional deaths for a total of 22,991 COVID-19 related deaths statewide. For all further information and data related to COVID-19 cases, go to the New Jersey official COVID-19 dashboard (CLICK HERE).
For general questions and concerns about COVID-19:
- Call: 2-1-1
- Call (24/7): 1-800-962-1253
- Text: NJCOVID to 898-211
- Visit covid19.nj.gov for additional information
April 19, 2021
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) UPDATES
EAST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP
Effective today April 19, EVERYONE 16 AND OVER IS ELIGIBLE TO BE VACCINATED, (CLICK HERE). The Federal Center for Disease Control (CDC) continues to strongly encourage and recommend that all eligible citizens get vaccinated, (CLICK HERE).
Mercer County Executive, effective April 10, CLOSED the Mercer County Community College site to all first dose vaccination appointments and subsequently announced publicly that on or about May 8, a new Mercer County-operated vaccination site will open at the Ice Skating Rink at Mercer County Park. East Windsor officials have requested and are awaiting further details.
The Township is maintaining a Covid-19 Vaccination Pre-Registration System, for local area clinics -- for Eligible Township Residents -- who have not received or scheduled a COVID-19 vaccination appointment. This list will be used in the event the vaccine supply and opportunities become available in our local area. (CLICK HERE) to access the form.
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment-Finding Tool was established by the New Jersey Department of Health, as an online tool to help people more easily find COVID-19 vaccination appointments (CLICK HERE). The online tool aggregates information across multiple scheduling platforms multiple times an hour, allowing people to search for available vaccine appointments at locations across the state.
The Township will continue to keep you informed of up to date information concerning the availability and accessibility to vaccines and updated vaccination locations.
STATE OF NEW JERSEY UPDATE
New Jersey's travel restrictions provide that, Fully vaccinated individuals who travel DOMESTICALLY are no longer required to self-quarantine after their trip or to get tested before or after travel. (CLICK HERE)
New Jersey has extended through May 28 the application deadline for small business PPE discounts, through the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's Small and Micro Businesses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Access Program. (CLICK HERE) for additional information and to apply.
Anyone seeking a COVID-19 vaccine is strongly encouraged to register with the New Jersey Vaccine Scheduling System (NJVSS) (CLICK HERE). If you experience an error or need help registering with the NJVSS, you can complete an online form (CLICK HERE), or call NJ Hotline at (855) 568-0545. You will be notified when it is time for you to schedule an appointment.
Seniors aged 75 and older can call the Senior NJ COVID Call Center hotline (856) 249-7007 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily for assistance with registering, scheduling and rescheduling appointments.
The List of Statewide Vaccination Locations, including state "Mega-Sites" and Mercer County sites, can be found at (CLICK HERE)
Below are direct links to the various vaccine providers currently accepting appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations:
- CVS (CLICK HERE)
- Walgreens (CLICK HERE) Includes the East Windsor Township store
- Rite Aid (CLICK HERE)
- Wegmans (CLICK HERE)
- Shop Rite (CLICK HERE) Includes the East Windsor Township store
- Walmart (CLICK HERE) Includes the East Windsor Township store
- Sam's Club (CLICK HERE)
Mercer County has reported, as of April 19, 2021, there have been 67 new cases for a total of 30,600 confirmed COVID-19 Cases to date, and a total, sadly, of 875 deaths in Mercer County. All active cases are either at home self-isolating or admitted to the hospital. The State of New Jersey today reported 1,935 additional Confirmed COVID-19 Cases for a current total of 860,447 cases, and 18 additional deaths for a total of 22,569 COVID-19 related deaths statewide. For all further information and data related to COVID-19 cases, go to the New Jersey official COVID-19 dashboard (CLICK HERE).
For general questions and concerns about COVID-19:
- Call: 2-1-1
- Call (24/7): 1-800-962-1253
- Text: NJCOVID to 898-211
- Visit covid19.nj.gov for additional information
EAST WINDSOR MUNICIPAL BUILDING: The Municipal Building remains closed to the public but staffed (Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.) to maintain services and respond to phone and email inquiries. Drop-off and pick-up boxes are located at the main building entrance. Residents are strongly encouraged to conduct business with the Township by telephone, email, and regular mail. The Township main phone number is (609) 443-4000, the Police non-emergency phone number is (609) 448-5678. ext. 0, and the Township website is www.east-windsor.nj.us.
For general questions and concerns about COVID-19:
• Call: 2-1-1
• Call (24/7): 1-800-962-1253
• Text: NJCOVID to 898-211
• Visit covid19.nj.gov for additional information