Situation Update - VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System

COVID-19 Vaccines

As of Feb. 24, 2021, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System has administered more than 31,000 COVID-19 vaccinations to Veterans, and we’re vaccinating over 1,000 veterans a day!

We have expanded scheduling to additional categories based on federal guidance and are scheduling appointments for enrolled Veteran patients who receive their health care at the medical center in Ann Arbor or at one of our clinics in Toledo, Jackson or Flint.

We are currently scheduling in the following categories:

• VA patients 35 and older
• VA patients determined by their care provider to be at high risk for a COVID-19 infection
• VA patients who are front-line workers as determined by CDC guidance.
• Designated Caregivers enrolled in VA's Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers Support may receive the COVID vaccine when the Veteran they care for is eligible.

If you are a Veteran enrolled in VA healthcare and you're at one of our facilities for an appointment, ask your healthcare provider if you are in one of the current categories to receive the vaccine.

You may call a clinic listed below to schedule your vaccine. Due to the unusual abundance of calls at this time, you may be directed to voicemail. Please leave a detailed message and your call will be returned within 24 hours.

Appointments are available Monday – Friday, with limited hours on Saturday.

For Medical Center in Ann Arbor, call (734) 222-7100
Appointments start at 8:15 a.m. with the last appointment at 4:15 p.m.

For Toledo Outpatient Clinic, call (419) 259-2000
Appointments start at Starting at 8:15 a.m. with the last appointment at 3:45 p.m.

For Flint Outpatient Clinic, call (810) 720-2913 x52641
Appointments start at Starting at 8:15 a.m. with the last appointment at 5:30 p.m.

For Jackson Outpatient Clinic, call 517-764-3609 x52529 
Appointments start at 8:30 a.m. with the last appointment at 3:15 p.m.

You'll be monitored for 15 minutes after your vaccination, so plan your time accordingly.

If you are coming for your second vaccine dose, please remember to bring the Vaccine Card you were given when you received your first dose.

If you are a Veteran who is not enrolled in VA healthcare, but interested in getting the vaccine, please visit our Eligibility page to determine your eligibility for VA healthcare.

To get the latest updates and sign up to stay informed about COVID-19 vaccines, visit VA's vaccine information page.

 

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Updated Visitor Policy

We continue to restrict outpatient visitators to our hospital and to community-based outpatient clinics in Toledo, Flint and Jackson.

This policy does not affect appointments, procedures, or surgeries.  Veteran-patients should continue to schedule care as always.  Only non-patient guests are restricted from entering any VAAAHS facility.

Specific exceptions to visitation pause include:

• For inpatients, one visitor per day during visitation hours (9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m) for maximum two hours.
• Essential Caregiver to outpatient clinic and procedure areas and the Emergency Department: Visitors who’s in-person presence is necessary for care of a Veteran patient will be approved. Examples include a family member escorting a Veteran home after a surgical or medical procedure involving sedation, or a caregiver required to assist with activities of daily living for a Veteran, or a legal guardian. These exceptions will be limited and applied only when truly needed for care to be completed. This plan includes visitors to Veterans receiving end-of-life care.

Requirements of excepted visitors to enter the facility

• 18 years of age greater.
• Anyone entering one of our facilities must wear a face covering over nose and mouth; you may wear your own, or you may be provided one. No deviation or accommodation in the masking policy will be made for essential caregivers.
• Anyone entering one of our facilities must be screened for COVID-19 (fever, influenza-like illness or symptoms, or known exposure).
• Safe physical distancing (6 feet or more) must be maintained within waiting areas.

Veterans - call VA Ann Arbor at 734-845-5290 press option 2 to relay a message to your Primary or Specialty Care team or to make change or cancel an appointment.

Please check the VAAAHS Current Operating Status page for current information and check our Facebook page for updated information.

Sign up to receive updates on the VAAAHS main webpage under "CONNECT WITH VA ANN ARBOR HEALTHCARE SYSTEM".

IF YOU FEEL SICK

If you have symptoms such as cough, runny nose, and fever, and your symptoms are mild, we recommend that you stay at home. Remember that it is cold and flu season, so there are many possible causes of these symptoms. If your symptoms are more concerning, please call your primary health care provider (e.g., oncologist, cardiologist, etc.) before coming into a clinic, urgent care center or emergency room. Your primary care provider is your best resource for screening.

 STAY AT HOME WHEN YOU ARE SICK

• Get your flu shot
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, throw the tissue in the trash and do hand hygiene.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• Avoid unnecessary contact with people who have symptoms of respiratory illness.

RESOURCES

CDC: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

CDC: Travel health notices

World Health Organization: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak

Stay connected to VAAAHS to receive up-to date information by signing up on the main VAAAHS webpage or follow us on Facebook.

If you have any questions about your appointment, please contact your provider at 734-845-5290 press 2 before making changes or cancelling an appointment, or to relay a message to your Primary or Specialty Care team.

VAAAHS continues to prioritize the safety of our Veterans and staff as we all work together to safely see this crisis to its end.