CT COVID-19 Vaccine: Phases and Eligibility

Who is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine?

CT residents and workers who are currently eligible include:

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Current Eligibility Details

Eligible groups, based on recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Governor's vaccine advisory group are:

Healthcare Personnel:
• Paid and unpaid people serving in healthcare settings with potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients of infectious materials

Medical First Responders:
• Individuals who respond to medical 911 calls and face risk of exposure to COVID-19

Long-Term Care Facility Residents:
• Adults who reside in facilities that provide a range of services, including medical and personal care, to persons who are unable to live independently

Residents and Staff of select congregate settings:
• Staff and residents of halfway homes, inpatient mental health facilities, correction facilities, homeless shelters, domestic violence shelters, substance use and residential treatment facilities along with others

Individuals 65 and Older:
• Residents and workers within the State of CT who are 65+

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Eligibility Starting March 1

The following groups will be able to start scheduling appointments on March 1.

Educators and Child Care Providers:
• Pre-K-12 Teachers, paraprofessionals, custodial staff, food service providers, school bus drivers and childcare providers as well as in-school administrative staff. Does not include individuals who are not required to work on-site in a school.