Adventist Health is teaming up with First 5 Kern to provide free vaccinations and health services for children and families across Kern County throughout January, offering vital support to underserved communities.
Adventist Health’s Children’s Mobile Immunization Program will offer free vaccines to children under 18 at various locations. The program, sponsored by First 5 Kern, ensures that children under five receive vaccinations regardless of insurance status. Children aged six through 18 qualify for free vaccinations if they meet one of the following criteria:
- Lack health insurance
- Are enrolled in Medi-Cal
- Are American Indian or Native Alaskan
Those enrolled in Medi-Cal must bring their Medi-Cal card to each visit, and all participants should bring their immunization cards. Additionally, free hemoglobin testing will be available for children, as well as for expecting and postpartum mothers, regardless of insurance.
The clinics are scheduled for the following dates:
- Monday, January 6, at Food Maxx Ming Parking Lot (4400 Ming Ave.)
- 9:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 8, Kern County Department of Human Services Parking Lot (100 E. California Ave.)
- 9:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
- Thursday, January 9, Walmart Parking Lot (2601 Fashion Plaza)
- 9:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
- Monday, January 13, Greenfield Family Resource Center Parking Lot (5400 Monitor Street)
- 9:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 15, Adventist Health Bakersfield Parking Lot (2800 Chester Ave.)
- 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
- 3:30 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, January 21, Walmart Parking lot (401 Central Ave., Wasco)
- 9:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 22, New Life Church Parking Lot (4201 Stine Road)
- 9:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
- Monday, January 27, NOR-Riverview Park Parking Lot (437 Willow Drive)
- 9:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
If you have a child over five, an appointment is needed; walk-ins are welcome for children five and under. Prior to attending one of the clinics listed, those interested are instructed to call 661-869-6740 to make appointments or for additional instructions. TB skin tests and physicals are not offered.
Clinics may be canceled due to weather conditions and clinicians may stop registration 30 minutes before closing time.
