Aurora Firefighters Shots for Tots
A Good Idea
Description
Immunization rates for children in Colorado have been low based on the National Immunization Survey data. The AFSFT clinic was created to provide immunizations in a way that addresses some of the barriers that parents face in immunizing their children. The clinic is held once a month on a Saturday, to help parents who are unable to leave work during the week. The clinic is held at a fire station in the center of two zip codes that have been identified as having a high number of low-income families, and a lower up-to-date (UTD) immunization rate than the state.
Goal / Mission
The primary goal of this clinic is to make immunizations more available to parents in an area where children have been identified as lacking needed immunizations.
Results / Accomplishments
The clinic is held one Saturday per month, and during 2003 it served 934 children. This clinic makes immunizations accessible for families with poor access to transportation, and those who are uncomfortable in a more traditional health care setting.
About this Promising Practice
Organization(s)
Tri-County Health Department
Primary Contact
Lynn Trefren, RN, MSN, Nurse Manager
7000 E. Belleview, Suite 301
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303-255-6291
ltrefren@tchd.org
http://www.tchd.org
7000 E. Belleview, Suite 301
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303-255-6291
ltrefren@tchd.org
http://www.tchd.org
Topics
Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases
Health / Children's Health
Health / Medications & Prescriptions
Health / Children's Health
Health / Medications & Prescriptions
Organization(s)
Tri-County Health Department
Source
National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO)
Date of publication
2005
Date of implementation
2003
Location
Aurora, CO
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Target Audience
Children