In general, people are considered fully vaccinated: ^± 

• 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or 
• 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine 

If you don’t meet these requirements, regardless of your age, you are NOT fully vaccinated. Keep taking all precautions until you are fully vaccinated. 

If you have a condition or are taking medications that weaken your immune system, you may NOT be fully protected even if you are fully vaccinated. Talk to your healthcare provider. Even after vaccination, you may need to continue taking all precautions. To learn what ways to protect yourself and others click here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html 

There are several ways you can look for vaccination providers near you. 

• Visit Vaccines.gov to find vaccination providers near you. In some states, information may be limited while more vaccination providers and pharmacies are being added. Learn more about COVID-19 Vaccination Locations on Vaccines.gov. 
• Text your zip code to 438829 or call 1-800-232-0233 to find vaccine locations near you. 
• Check your local pharmacy’s website to see if vaccination appointments are available. Find out which pharmacies are participating in the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program. 
• Contact your state health department to find additional vaccination locations in the area. 
• Check your local news outlets. They may have information on how to get a vaccination appointment. 

Now that there are authorized and recommended COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, accurate vaccine information is critical and can help stop common myths and rumors. Read about some common myths here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/facts.html 

How do I know which COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate? 

It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Before considering vaccine information on the Internet, check that the information comes from a credible source and is updated on a regular basis. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information.  

We’re thrilled to see our residents adjust, develop relationships, and be happy in our community

James came to live in our community in March 2020. Upon admission, James required much assistance with his care and daily functioning and chose not to interact with other care team members and residents.

James saw a transformation here at West Liberty.

Now James enjoys his day. He loves taking care of plants, having conversations with team members, joins in on facility activities. James now is able to perform his own care.

Congrats James and his dedicated care team!

We love seeing our residents be able to physically improve, enjoy their day, and become more independent. West Liberty Nursing and Rehabilitation is proud to share resident Roger Litteral’s success story.

Roger came to live with us in November 2020. Upon admission, Roger was weak, wanted to stay in the bed all the time and required assistance with daily activities. Roger’s condition became worse in December 2020 and required hospitalization.

Prior to going out to the hospital Roger had talked to the MDS coordinator and DNS about his daughter that he hadn’t ‘seen since she was a little girl. After searching and talking to people in the community they were able to locate his daughter and reunite them just in time for Christmas.

Roger is now back to our facility and doing well. 🎉 He has greatly improved in being able to perform daily activities. He is getting out of his room and greeting care team members when they arrive. Roger also is enjoying his many conversations and visits from his daughter.

We’re so glad to be part of Roger’s journey!

After getting vaccinated, you might have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. Common side effects are pain, redness, and swelling in the arm where you received the shot, as well as tiredness, headache, muscle pain, chills, fever, and nausea throughout the rest of the body. These side effects could affect your ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few days. Learn more about what to expect after getting a COVID-19 vaccine.  

COVID-19 vaccination helps keep you from getting COVID-19.
The vaccines currently available in the United States are effective at preventing COVID-19, according to clinical trials, and are important tools to stop the pandemic.
Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html