COVID-19 Vaccination Super Site to Open at Harbor Point

City of Stamford and Stamford Health Expand Partnership to Launch COVID-19 Vaccination Super Site with support from Building and Land Technology

STAMFORD, CT / March 11, 2021 – Mayor David Martin and Stamford Health today announced an agreement between the City of Stamford, Stamford Health, and Building and Land Technology to open a second COVID-19 Vaccination Super Site at 1 Elmcroft in Stamford’s Harbor Point. This is a continuation of the partnership established between the City of Stamford and Stamford Health in January to begin vaccinating the general public in Phase 1b in the Wheeler Building at Stamford Hospital, which will remain open. Through the partnership, the City of Stamford and Stamford Health have, to date, administered over 42,000 vaccines. Stamford Health has hired and trained staff to open the second, new location on Monday March 15, 2021. The public is encouraged to visit StamfordHealth.org and sign up to receive email updates on new locations and expanded eligibility.

“It is vital we make every resource available to deliver the COVID-19 vaccine to Stamford’s community as fast as possible,” said Mayor David Martin. “We will vaccinate our residents faster if we establish partnerships to open high-capacity sites like 1 Elmcroft and Stamford Hospital — allowing us to scale up the number of vaccinations to well beyond a thousand doses per day as vaccine supply becomes more available. Stamford is fortunate to have a strong relationship with partners willing to address our community’s public health concerns.”

“We are proud of the vaccination program we have established with the City of Stamford,” said Stamford Health President & CEO, Kathleen Silard. “Now with additional support from Building and Land Technology we are able to open another mass vaccination site that will help us expand our capacity at a critical time. Throughout the pandemic we have cared for the community. Now, in addition to testing and treatment we are thrilled to be able to provide hope in the form of this life-saving vaccine.”

“BLT is always willing to lend support when the welfare of the City is at stake,” said BLT Chairman Carl R. Kuehner III “A dedicated team at BLT is working around the clock to provide all of the logistical support necessary to open this vaccination site. Our goal is to provide an efficient site that will allow the City of Stamford and Stamford Health to deliver up to 3,000 vaccinations per day, seven days a week.”

“This is precisely the type of partnership that is required to launch a successful mass vaccination program and I am thrilled that this partnership has come together so swiftly,” said Governor Ned Lamont. “The City of Stamford, Stamford Health and Building and Land Technology have each played an important role throughout the pandemic serving Stamford’s residents.”

Residents who are eligible to receive the vaccine may make an appointment by visiting StamfordHealth.org/Covid19Vaccine or by calling 203.276.7300. Stamford Health will continue to operate the vaccine clinic on the hospital campus in the Wheeler Building, in addition to the new site. Vaccinations at both locations are by appointment only, for individuals who live or work in Connecticut. Individuals who book an appointment will be asked to confirm eligibility to receive a COVID-19 vaccine under the State of Connecticut’s eligibility criteria at the time they book their appointment. They will also be required to attest to their eligibility at the time of their appointment.

About Stamford Health

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

PRESS CONTACT

Andie Jodko, Communications Director
Stamford Health
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