In the week before vaccine eligibility opens further, extra efforts are being made to make sure that everyone 65 years and older has received a vaccine. The City of Highland Park is hosting a vaccination clinic on Thursday, April 8 at the HP Country Club. Registration begins on Monday, April 5 at 9:00 AM for Highland Park seniors age 65+. Beginning at 11:00 AM, Highland Park residents eligible under state guidelines, including those in Phase 1a, Phase 1b, and Phase 1b+ may register. Appointment scheduling will be by phone at (847) 861-7559. More information is here.

You can sign up now through Lake County to be notified when it’s your turn to get the Covid vaccine. They will ask your age and risk factors so they can let you know when it’s time to make an appointment for your vaccine. Those most at risk will be vaccinated first (health care workers and people in long term care facilities.) It may be awhile until everyone is vaccinated, so please continue to be careful and wear your mask when leaving your home.

We all have coronavirus fatigue. Please power through and continue to make responsible choices regarding mask wearing and physical distancing, so that we can get through this challenging time as safely as possible.

Covid cases are rising in Lake County and hospitals are becoming overwhelmed. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Travel increases your chance of getting and spreading COVID-19. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.” It’s very hard to tell your adult children and those in college not to come home for the holiday, but that may be safest for everyone.