COVID-19 City of Albany Resource Guide

  1. Vaccinations
  2. City Buildings & Public Transportation
  3. COVID-19 Testing
  4. COVID-19 Symptoms & Prevention
  5. Food Access & Other Community Resources
  6. Domestic Violence, Mental Health & Family Support Services
  7. Health Insurance

COVID-19 vaccines are free, safe, and effective at preventing severe illness from COVID-19 and limiting the spread of the virus. Vaccines are widely available through pediatricians, doctors, healthcare providers, pharmacies, local health departments, and federally qualified health centers.

Initial Dose(s): The CDC recommends all individuals who are 5 years or older receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The Pfizer vaccine is authorized for individuals who are 5 years or older, and the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines are authorized for individuals who are 18 years or older.  If you are a homebound senior, person with a disability, lack child-care, or have other accessibility issues that have prevented you from receiving the vaccine, you may call 518-447-7198 to arrange a time for Albany County Department of Health to come to your home to administer your vaccine.

Booster Shot: If you have received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and are 18 years or older, you are eligible to receive your booster shot at least 6 months after completing your primary COVID-19 vaccination series. If you have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine and are 18 years or older, you are eligible to receive your booster shot at least two months after completing your primary COVID-19 vaccination.

To make an appointment for your COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot, visit the New York State Department of Health website or call 1-833-697-4829. More information regarding the COVID-19 vaccine is available on the Albany County Department of Health website.