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Protect Michigan Commission Weekly Newsletter
April 27, 2021
This week we’re featuring the work of the Protect Michigan Commission’s Senior Workgroup that has actively been trying make sure the COVID-19 vaccine is accessible to senior citizens across Michigan and reaching seniors who do not have access to online resources. So far 64.9% of Michiganders ages 65 and up are fully vaccinated with 73.1% receiving their first dose.
The Workgroup suggested and provided input for a vaccine post card which will be sent to older adults across the state through Area Agencies on Aging and Councils on Aging. More than 15,000 postcards will be sent to various locations across the state for distribution this week.
The workgroup has partnered with the AARP to reach Michigan seniors. Workgroup members talked about the importance of the vaccine to each of them and their communities on the TV program “Real Possibilities” and have recorded PSAs. The workgroup is working with AARP on its HubDialer COVID-19 vaccine outreach program. Through the program, volunteers are calling older adults in areas with high case rates and low vaccination numbers.
Materials presented at the April 23 PMC meeting with the chairs, appointees and stakeholders are available on our website, including:
It's been one year since the creation of Michigan’s Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities. The task force was created per Executive Order 2020-55, and acts in an advisory capacity to Governor Whitmer. It studies the causes of racial disparities and recommends actions to address the historical and systemic inequities.
As a result of that first year, Lt. Gov. Gilchrist is reinforcing the fact that building trust is key to reducing vaccine hesitancy.
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Below are important updates to share with your networks. Please use the images to the right and text below to share on your social channels.
Here's Your Shot
The best way to end the pandemic is the COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccines are tested for safety and trusted by doctors. Together we can do good by doing our part. Find your vaccine at Michigan.gov/COVIDvaccine. #MIDoseofHope
Show You Care
Can you picture a world without COVID-19? Vaccinations are the way to end the pandemic. The vaccines are tested for safety and trusted by doctors. Protect yourself and others. Find your vaccine at Michigan.gov/COVIDvaccine. #MIDoseofHope
My Why
Seeing friends, hugging family, enjoying life, for the greater good… we all have our “Why?” for getting the COVID-19 vaccine. And every dose helps us get there. For more information, visit Michigan.gov/COVIDvaccine. #midoseofhope
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Workgroup Meetings This Week
Wednesday, April 28
2 p.m. - Local Government Workgroup
Thursday, April 29
2 p.m. - Youth Workgroup
Friday, April 30
10 a.m. - Healthcare Workgroup
11 a.m. - LatinX Workgroup
If you'd like to join one of these or a different workgroup from our list, please email ProtectMICommission@michigan.gov.
COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard
Vaccination data will be updated Monday - Saturday from the Michigan Care Improvement Registry (MCIR).
COVID-19 Vaccine Prioritization Guidance
This guidance outlines the strategy for vaccine prioritization for the State of Michigan and will be used by MDHHS, as well as public health and health care, as they allocate and administer vaccines.
COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs
Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccines. The information in this document will change frequently as we learn more about COVID-19 vaccines.
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