Booster Doses
A booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine can provide added protection against the coronavirus. The CDC recommends a booster dose after getting the initial primary doses of the vaccine for further defense against severe illness, hospitalization or even death.
Like the first two shots, boosters are available through the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment, as well as local healthcare systems and pharmacies.
Which booster can I get?
Eligible individuals ages 18 and older may receive Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax (dependent upon vaccine availability) as a booster dose.
Individuals ages 6 months to 17 years old are only eligible for the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 booster dose.
Individuals who are moderately or severely immunocompromised should follow these CDC booster dose recommendations.
Where can I get a booster dose?
You can get a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at a time and location that is convenient for you. You do not have to get your booster dose from the same place you received your first or second dose.
JCDHE's Walk-In Immunization Clinics
COVID-19 vaccine boosters are available from JCDHE. Boosters are available at our walk-in vaccination clinics in Olathe and Mission.
Walk-in immunization clinic wait times vary. Please visit vaccines.gov to locate alternative COVID-19 vaccination providers. If you have private insurance or Medicaid, you may call the phone number located on the back of your insurance card for in-network providers.
Additional Booster Locations
Find a pharmacy or clinic near you using Vaccine Finder or Vacunas (Spanish). You can also text your zip code to GETVAX (438829) in English, or VACUNA (822862) in Spanish or call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 888-720-7489).
Health Partnership Clinic in Olathe offers the COVID-19 primary series and booster doses for adults and children.
What to bring to your vaccination
COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card
Bring your COVID-19 Vaccination Record card with you so the vaccine provider can determine if you are eligible for a booster dose. Your booster dose will be documented on your COVID-19 Vaccination Record card. You may also want to bring photo identification with you in case the provider asks for it.
If you lost or damaged your COVID-19 Vaccination Record card and you received your COVID-19 vaccination from JCDHE, please complete this form (English or Spanish) and return it to us via email, fax or regular mail to request a replacement COVID-19 Vaccination Card.
If you received your COVID-19 vaccination from another provider (i.e., doctor’s office, pharmacy, out of state provider), contact them directly for a replacement. JCDHE only has vaccination records for people who received their COVID-19 vaccine(s) at a JCDHE clinic.
Printed and Signed Vaccine Consent Form (Dispense Assist)
Complete this form online (English or Spanish). Print the form, sign it and date it. If you do not have access to a printer, you will need to complete and sign the form at the vaccination site. A parent or guardian must sign the vaccine consent form for any child under the age of 18.
Children ages 15 and younger receiving a COVID-19 vaccine must be accompanied by an adult. A parent or guardian is preferable. However, the parent/guardian may designate a non-parent adult on the consent form to be present at the time of vaccination if they are unavailable.
FAQs About Booster Doses
Do I need to get my booster dose from JCDHE if I got my first two doses from JCDHE?
There are plenty of COVID-19 vaccines available in the United States, so you can get your booster dose at any location that is convenient for you (clinic, pharmacy, employer). Bring your COVID-19 Vaccination Record card with you so the vaccine provider can determine if you are eligible for a booster dose. Your booster dose will be documented on your COVID-19 Vaccination Record card.
Do I need an appointment for a booster dose?
We recommend you reach out to your preferred vaccine provider and ask if an appointment is necessary for a booster dose. You can search for a nearby vaccine provider using Vaccine Finder or Vacunas (Spanish). You can also text your zip code to GETVAX (438829) in English, or VACUNA (822862) in Spanish or call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 888-720-7489).
No appointment is needed for booster doses at JCDHE’s walk-in vaccination clinics in Olathe or Mission.
How will residents in long-term care facilities receive their booster dose?
Long-term care facilities will give COVID-19 vaccine booster doses to their residents. Most facilities partner with a local pharmacy to give vaccinations on-site to residents and staff. Facilities that don’t have a pharmacy partner can contact JCDHE for assistance. Please contact the facility to inquire about their booster dose vaccination plan.
Does everyone need to get a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
The CDC recommends a booster dose to enhance the superior protection that two primary doses of the Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax vaccine and one dose of the J&J vaccine already provide against severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection.
Will I have to show proof that I’m eligible for a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Bring your COVID-19 Vaccination Record card with you so the vaccine provider can determine if you are eligible for a booster dose.