Lehman College Vaccination Site

As reported, the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is available at the Lehman College vaccination site, located at the APEX Athletic Center, 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West. The site is open to New Yorkers aged 16 or older, as well as to non-New York City residents aged 16 or older who work or study in the city. Eligible individuals aged 50 and over may walk-in without making an appointment, as long as they’re able to show proof of age.

However, those aged 49 and under will not be seen without an appointment. To schedule a vaccine appointment, visit https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/locations/664 or call (877) 829-4692.

 

Other Bronx COVID-19 Vaccination Sites

The following Bronx sites are now vaccinating New Yorkers aged 50 and older, without an appointment:

• Bronx Co-Op City Dreiser Community Center
• Northeast Bronx YMCA (Edenwald)
• South Bronx Educational Campus
• West Bronx Gymnasium
• Bathgate Contract Postal Station
• Manhattan College on Thursday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Smith Auditorium, 4513 Manhattan College Parkway.

 

Manhattan College will be offering the Moderna vaccine. You can get a second dose here even if you got your first dose somewhere else (although it must have been the Moderna vaccine also). Manhattan College is also administering the Johnson & Johnson version for anyone who has not gotten their first dose yet. Pre-registration is required here. Pre-registration is not required for anyone receiving their second Moderna dose at Manhattan College.

Homebound New Yorkers

New York City is providing in-home COVID-19 vaccinations (Johnson & Johnson) to eligible NYC residents who are fully homebound, have not already been vaccinated, and do not already have access to a vaccination program.

If you think you may be eligible for an in-home vaccination, fill out an interest form here: https://forms.cityofnewyork.us/f/homebound. The form does not set up an appointment, but it enables City officials to contact you to further discuss your eligibility.

 

Johnson & Johnson Q&A

As reported, on April 26, City officials confirmed that in-home vaccinations of Johnson & Johnson have resumed. On April 29, the New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene issued a Frequently Asked Questions document on its website. It can be accessed here: https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/covid/covid-19-jj-vaccine-faqs.pdf.

 

Mobile Vaccination Bus

A Mobile Vaccination Bus will be traveling throughout the borough, offering COVID-19 vaccinations this week, starting on Monday, May 10.

The dates, times and locations are as follows:

• From Sunday, May 9, to Monday, May 10, from midday to 8 p.m. in the South Bronx at 368 E. 149th Street, The Bronx, NY 10455.
• From Thursday, May 13, to Saturday, May 15, in Allerton at 738 Allerton Avenue, The Bronx NY 10467
• From Sunday, May 16, to Tuesday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Mott Haven at 519 E. 138th Street, The Bronx NY 10454 (midday to 8 p.m. on Monday & Tuesday)
• From Wednesday, May 12, to Friday, May 14, from midday to 8 p.m., in the North Bronx at 3901 White Plains Road,
• From Saturday, May 15, to Tuesday, May 18, from midday to 8 p.m. at Fordham Plaza, 2543-61 Webster Ave, Bronx, NY 10458.
• From Monday, May 10, to Friday, May 14, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., and again on Monday, May 17, in Hunts Point, at Meat Market/Produce Market/Baldor, 101 Food Center Dr, The Bronx, NY 10474. (Baldor on Friday, May 14, and Monday, May 17, from 2 p.m.  to 10 p.m.)
• From Monday, May 17 to Tuesday, May 18, from midday to 8 p.m. at 101 E. 170th Street, Bronx NY 10452

 

Norwood News reported more extensively on this new initiative in this separate story.

 

COVID-19 Vaccinations

Unless you are exempt, appointments are required to receive a vaccination. To determine your eligibility, access a list of nearby providers, and schedule your vaccination appointment, use New York State’s Am I Eligible app. Prior to receiving your scheduled vaccination, you must complete the New York State COVID-19 Vaccine Form.

New York State: https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ or call 1-833-NYS-4-VAX (1-833-697-4829).

New York City: https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/ or 877-VAX-4NYC (877-829-4692).

VaccineTogetherNY: https://vaccinetogetherny.org/Pages/default.aspx or call 646-697-VACC.

To schedule an appointment, go to: https://vax4nyc.nyc.gov/patient/s/.

To find a vaccination site, go to: https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/locations.

Your physician or local pharmacy may also have information on scheduling vaccine appointments.

If you need transportation to get your vaccine appointment, click this link for a list of options: https://forms.ny.gov/s3/vaccine.

For trustworthy information on the vaccines and the research behind them, go to: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-vaccine-facts.page.

 

More Help with Scheduling Vaccine Appointments

Bronx Rising Initiative, a nonprofit launched in 2020, has launched a homebound vaccine initiative to help inoculate Bronx seniors where they live, in partnership with local community organizations which are already serving homebound seniors. Residents can sign-up at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/getvaccinated.

 

Latest Updates on Vaccine Eligibility

Who is now eligible? The FDA has authorized emergency use of the Pfizer vaccine to everyone who is age 12 and older. This authorization is only for the Pfizer vaccine at this time. You must be 18 or older to receive the Johnson & Johnson and Moderna vaccine. People who live outside of the state but work or study in New York are also eligible to get vaccinated.

In order for an adolescent to receive the Pfizer vaccine, they must provide proof of age (such as a birth certificate, passport, or NYC ID). A parent or guardian can also sign an affidavit that the child is at least 12 years old. Proof of consent from a parent or guardian is also required for minors to get vaccinated. City-run vaccination sites (such as the one at Lehman College) will accept written consent, but other sites may require the parent or guardian to appear in person. For more information, please see the NYC Department of Health website on vaccination against COVID-19: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-vaccine-eligibility.page.

 

If you have questions, call the New York State COVID-19 hotline at 833-NYS-4-VAX (833-697-4829).

 

On April 23, the City confirmed that New Yorkers aged 16+ can now get their COVID-19 vaccine without an appointment at select sites across NYC: http://on.nyc.gov/walkupvax.

 

COVID-19 Testing Sites

For a full list of COVID-19 testing sites, text “COVID TEST” to 855-48 or go to:

https://www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/get-tested/covid-19-testing.page.

 

COVID-19-Related Updates

Most capacity limits on businesses, in terms of customer occupancy, will be removed, effective May 19, at which point, business owners will only be required to ensure there is sufficient space on their premises for patrons to maintain the required social distance of six feet. For more information on the easing of pandemic restrictions, go to https://forward.ny.gov/.

 

In accordance with the CDC’s new guidance on mask use, fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks outdoors, except in certain crowded settings and venues. For more information, go to: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated-guidance.html.

 

As of April 10, asymptomatic travelers will no longer be required to quarantine after entering New York State. For more details, go to: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory

 

If you have been on quarantine due to contact with someone known to have COVID-19:

• • a negative test does NOT release you from quarantine.
  • It is essential to wait 10 days full days to make sure that no infection appears, even if you have no symptoms, before being released from quarantine.
  • Quarantine should last 10 days from the last exposure to a person with known COVID-19.
  • In addition, you should continue to monitor yourself for any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 for up to 14 days after that last exposure.
  • If you have any questions about your period of quarantine, please call your Local Health Department.

 

Health care workers can text NYFRONTLINE to 741-741 to access 24/7 emotional support services.

 

Any New Yorker can call the COVID-19 Emotional Support Hotline at 1-844-863-9314 for mental health counseling.

 

Norwood Lottery Winner 

As reported, The New York Lottery announced on Saturday, May 8, that there were multiple, top-prize winning tickets sold for the May 7 TAKE 5 drawing. One ticket was sold in Norwood at 3161 Norwood Deli Corp, located at 3161 Bainbridge Avenue. The prize-winning ticket was worth $14,254.50.

 

Help with Funeral Costs

As of April 12, 2021, FEMA will accept applications by phone for COVID-19 Funeral Assistance for COVID-19 funeral expenses, up to $9,000. The FEMA COVID Funeral Assistance information can be found here: https://www.fema.gov/disasters/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance.

This document serves to summarize the U.S. Department of Health Bureau of Vital Records (DOH BVR) role in helping applicants obtain the certified death certificate that is needed to submit their application to FEMA. COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Line Number: 844-684-6333 or TTY:800-462-7585. Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time.

 

Bike Month: May 2021

The 2021 NYC Bike Map is now available online and serves as a guide for anyone biking in NYC. Download the map and stay tuned for when printed copies become available. https://www1.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/bicyclists/bikemaps.shtml.

Bike and E-Scooter Share News

NYC DOT announced that three companies have been selected for the City’s electric scooter share program in the Eastern Bronx: Bird, Lime and Veo. The program is now entering the planning and community engagement phase. NYC DOT and the three companies will work with local communities to find sites for the e-scooter parking corrals and educate the public about the pilot program. Education will focus on the programs’ safety, equity, and accessibility components. The pilot is expected to launch by early summer. Find more info on: https://nycdotscootershare.info/home.

Tell DOT where you would like to see e-scooter parking corrals. Corrals will be placed in busy areas to keep sidewalks clear and create predictability for riders. Use the feedback map here: https://nycdotprojects.info/project-feedback-map/suggest-scooter-parking.

 

Note the NYPD have stated that dirt bikes and ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) are illegal on all NYC roadways and sidewalks.

 

Public Hearing, Tuesday, May 18

As reported, Bronx Community Board 7 (CB7) will hold a public hearing in accordance with the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP) concerning an application by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) regarding a proposed site selection (C 210338 PSX) for a Community Technical Assistance Center (CTAC) at the Old Fordham Library building in Fordham Manor on Tuesday, May 18, at 6.30 p.m. The existing building is located at 2556 Bainbridge Avenue.

 

New Fordham Flea Market 

As reported, a new flea market will open on Fordham Plaza this summer. MASC Hospitality Group, the creator of Bronx Night Market and the upcoming Uptown Night Market, is working on a new market which will be dedicated to merchandise, arts & crafts, apparel, accessories, self-care products and more.

 

Fordham Flea market will be located at Fordham Plaza on the last Sunday of the month from May to October, from midday to 7 p.m. Its organizers say the concept is just another way to support the borough’s local entrepreneurs and micro businesses by producing “world-class, affordable, and fun experiences.”

 

Free Breast Cancer Screenings

As reported, Montefiore is holding its annual See, Test & Treat event on Saturday, May 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greene Medical Arts Pavilion, located at 3400 Bainbridge Avenue, and will offer free cervical and breast cancer screenings for women who have limited or no insurance to identify early signs of disease.

 

Women are encouraged to sign up for the screening in advance by calling (718) 920-4600 and get any questions they may have answered in advance. The event is free for women who are uninsured and underinsured.

 

Funeral Arrangements Announced for Hon. Aurelia Greene

As reported, funeral arrangements for the Hon. Aurelia Greene, former Bronx deputy borough president, were announced on Tuesday, May 11. Greene died on Saturday, May 8 at the age of 86. The former Bronx deputy borough president and former assembly member will lie-in-state in the Rotunda of the Bronx County Courthouse, at 851 Grand Concourse, NY 10451, for public viewing on Monday, May 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

A viewing and wake will be held on Tuesday, May 18, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday, May 19, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Bronx Christian Charismatic Prayer Fellowship, at 1069 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456. A homegoing service will be held on Thursday, May 20, at 9 a.m., at Thessalonia Worship Center at 941 Rev James A. Polite Avenue, Bronx, NY 10459.