COVID-19 Information

Vaccine HotlineElbert County is working with Colorado State agencies, the federal government, and local stakeholders to make sure our residents are supported during COVID-19. On this page, we have provided some links to help you stay informed.

If you have questions or need help, please call COHELP at 877-462-2911, or email the Elbert County Public Information Officer.

COVID-19 testing options


Rapid Antigen Testing

 BinaxNOW COVID-19 antigen test has received FDA Emergency Use Authorization for rapid results without the need to ship samples to a lab or for a prescription from a healthcare provider. The test can be performed on children as young as 2 years old. Test results are available in approximately 15 minutes. BinaxNOW is capable of detecting multiple COVID-19 strains, including the Delta variant. Frequent testing (known as serial testing) may detect COVID-19 more quickly and reduce the spread of infection. This resource may be a convenient option for workers with heightened exposure, including healthcare personnel, educators, people that work in frontline service industry roles, and others. **Please note this test an antigen test, not a PCR rapid test. This test is NOT a valid testing option for return to work/school or travel. 

Tests will be administered at Elbert County Public Health, located at 75 Ute Avenue Kiowa, CO 80117. 

To schedule an appointment for testing, please visit bit.ly/ECPH_COVIDtesting. 

**If there are no appointment slots available, you may visit the department between the hours of 8:00am-10:00am OR 2:00pm-4:00pm for drive-up testing** 

PCR Testing

Tested positive/negative, now what do I do?

View this packet on what to do next depending on your test results. 

Vaccination Resources for Elbert County Residents

Mobile Vaccvaccine busine bus

The state of Colorado will be providing doses of all COVID vaccines (Pfizer, J&J and Moderna) along with flu shots. The mobile vaccine bus will be at the Elizabeth Wal-Mart from 2pm-8pm on the following dates:

  • January 6th
  • January 27th
  • February 17th
  • March 10th
  • March 31st

All vaccines are 100% free of cost. No insurance is required. No identification is required. An appointment is not required. We anticipate the bus will continue to offer Pfizer vaccine for 5 to 11 year-olds. Vaccines from other manufacturers will be available for those age 12 and up.

Other resources

Healthcare providers in Colorado who are administering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine can now vaccinate any Coloradan age 12 and up who wants the vaccine. Minors under the age of 18 who wish to receive a COVID-19 vaccine need parental consent. Parents do not need to be present for the vaccination as long as consent is documented, but they should check with the vaccine provider to confirm. The state’s vaccine provider map includes information on which vaccine each location is administering. All of the state’s Community Vaccination Sites offer the Pfizer vaccine, and most do not require an appointment. The Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines continue to be available only to adults 18 years of age and older.

Elimination of State COVID-19 Dial Restrictions

Though COVID-19 remains an issue of concern, the ongoing state restrictions on gatherings, business operations and individual activities expired at midnight on April 15, 2021. Elbert County’s Board of Health (Board of County Commissioners) and our Public Health Department will not impose any local restrictions in their place.  

Not Feeling Well?

Report your symptoms at the Online Symptom Checker.

Resources

CO State Resources

  • COVID.Colorado.gov: Colorado's COVID-19 information website, including the Governor's orders, and public health data regarding Elbert County's COVID-19 cases. You can also call 303-389-1687 or 877-462-2911, or email COHELP for answers in English, Spanish, Mandarin and more.
  • Do you need assistance with food, housing, or other immediate needs? Dial 211, visit the 211 Colorado website, or text your zip code to 898-211.
  • If anxiety or worry is interfering with everyday functioning during these stressful times, consider speaking with a counselor: call the Colorado Crisis Services hotline at 1-844-493-8255, text “talk” to 38255, or visit the Colorado Crisis Services website.
  • Energize Colorado is a project of the Colorado Nonprofit Development Center and is a clearinghouse for COVID-19 resources, including financial support, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), business guidance, and mental health resources. For more information visit the Energize Colorado website.

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

  • Find the latest information and recommendations from the federal government by visiting the CDC website.

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