Immunization / Vaccinations

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The Chester County Health Department provides recommended vaccines across the lifespan to people who live, work or attend school in Chester County.  

Clinic Locations and Hours

All services are provided by appointment only as follows: 

LocationHoursCall for Appointment
West ChesterTuesday 8:30 AM-3:30 PM 
Wednesday 10:30 AM-5:30 PM		610-344-6225

Clinic Addresses
Walk-in appointments are not available at this time.

Costs for Services

  • There is NO cost for children through age 18 who do not have insurance or have Medical Assistance (Medicaid). Adults 19 years and older should call for eligibility and availability for no cost vaccines. 
  • We accept individuals with private health insurance. Please bring your insurance card to your appointment. 
  • We accept individuals with Medicare. Medicare Part D copay requires a credit card. 
  • We DO NOT accept CHIP insurance. 
  • Individuals with out-of-network health insurance or off-label vaccines pay out-of-pocket. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted.

Vaccination Records 

Vaccination records must be provided prior to scheduled appointments via mail, fax 610-344-5405, email or hand delivered.  

Prepare for Your Vaccine Visit

A parent or guardian must accompany a child under 18 years old. 

It is okay and helpful to eat a meal before receiving vaccines. 

Refugee Vaccines

Ukrainian or other refugees are encouraged to contact area refugee centers for their vaccination and testing needs. Refugee centers can provide all needed care at no cost. 

Tips to Consider 

  • Talk to your family doctor about the vaccinations because they know your family's medical history. 
  • Consider the best environment for your child's vaccine appointment. Some children feel more comfortable in specific settings, such as their own doctor's office. 
  • Rely on credible vaccination information by making sure the information you are getting is up-to-date and from a reliable source. Discuss the information you are getting with a trusted health care provider, like your family doctor. 
  • Learn about vaccine side effects. Not everyone experiences side-effects and most side-effects are mild and go away in a day or so. Learn more about side effects and find helpful tips to reduce discomfort at  Possible Side Effects from Vaccines. 
  • Prepare your children for their vaccination ahead of time by explaining what to expect, how the vaccination will feel (like a small pinch), practicing what they can do the ease the pain (sitting still, breathing deeply, relaxing their arm). Be prepared to distract your child's attention away form the needle while the vaccination is being given. Bring their favorite toy or blanket, turn on music, sing a song, etc. 
  • Get school required vaccinations as soon as possible to get ahead of the back-to-school rush and to avoid missing any school.

Vaccine Information