Flu shot clinics are a sign that fall is on its way. With winter being a time that flu cases peak, flu shot clinics tend to pop up around late summer through late fall. These clinics are opportunities to get your flu shot (often free of charge with insurance). Some clinics also offer other vaccinations in addition to flu shots and may even include other health vendors. Now is a great opportunity to see if you can get your flu shot AND COVID booster in one go! If you plan on attending a flu shot clinic, sign up in advance and make sure to bring your insurance information!
Who can get the COVID booster?
The new COVID booster, called the bivariate shot, was formulated specifically to protect against the Omicron strain. You can get this booster as long as it’s been at least two months since your most recent COVID vaccine. You can get your booster at the same time as your flu shot.
Where can you find the new COVID booster?
- CVS
- Meijer (Can also call your local Meijer to set an appointment)
- Rite Aid
- Walgreens
- Walmart (At select locations, make sure to call ahead)
- Vaccines.gov can help you find boosters in your area
- Call your doctor’s office
Community Flu Shot Clinics
- Housing Bureau for Seniors (October 15, noon-4pm)– Held at the WCC Morris Lawrence Building. Call (734) 998-9339 for more information.Chelsea Flu Shot & Wellness Fair (October 19, 9am-noon)– Quadrivalent flu shots provided and administered by Chelsea Hospital. Wellness vendors will be on hand with free giveaways and info. Call the Chelsea Senior Center at (734) 475-9242 to reserve a spot.
- New Hope Baptist Church (October 22, noon-4pm)– Held at the Church at 218 Chapin Street in Ann Arbor. Call (734) 994-4620 for more information.
- Click here for a link of upcoming flu shot clinics from Michigan Medicine
Pharmacy Flu Shots
Can’t find a clinic near you? Use the links below to sign up for a flu shot online. You can always call your local pharmacy to see if they can accommodate walk-ins.
- CVS (Offers a $5 off $20 coupon after vaccination)
- Kroger
- Walmart
- Rite Aid
- Walgreen’s
- Jensen’s Community Pharmacy (Dexter, Saline)
- Meijer
- Costco (You do not need a membership to use the pharmacy!)
- Sam’s Club (You do not need a membership to use the pharmacy!)
- Hometown Pharmacy
- Packard Health
Other ways to get your flu shot
- Call your doctor’s office
- Contact the Health Department at (734) 544-6700 to schedule an appointment
- Contact Visiting Nurses or click here to view their schedule
- Contact your local Department of Veterans Affairs
- Use the Vaccines.gov flu shot finder (a good resource for finding the senior dose!)
Need transportation to get to/from your covid or flu shot?
Foenix Mobility/AARP Ride@50+ can provide free rides to and from Covid shot appointments! Call 844-900-4892 and use the code “Vaccinate Washtenaw” to book a ride with the AARP Ride@50+ Program today. The program is open to anyone regardless of age or AARP membership. All rides must take place within Washtenaw County.
Stay safe this flu season!
