As the community prepares for colder temperatures, San Juan Basin Public Health (SJBPH) is hosting a winter clothing drive at select vaccine clinics and SJBPH office locations during the month of October. Through partnerships with area organizations, supplies will be distributed to community members in need across Archuleta and La Plata counties.
Those interested in donating will find collection boxes placed in the lobbies of the SJBPH offices and at select SJBPH vaccine clinics. All donations should be clean, washed, and in good condition. SJBPH will distribute all supplies to local organizations in Pagosa Springs, Durango, Bayfield, and Ignacio to deliver to community members in need.
“You can do two great things for the community by donating winter supplies for those in need and getting your family and eligible kids vaccinated for COVID-19 at an upcoming clinic,” said Liane Jollon, Executive Director of SJBPH. “As the weather grows cooler and we move indoors, it is imperative to do everything we can to limit the spread of COVID-19. While transmission remains high with the Delta variant circulating, it’s important to follow precautions. Wearing a mask inside of businesses and public indoor settings, regardless of your vaccination status, will help keep our community members healthy through the colder months. Families who are still unvaccinated should do so right away in preparation for winter.”
Suggested donations for the winter clothing drive include:
- Coats
- Blankets
- Winter hats
- Gloves
- Scarves
- Waterproof/ resistant jackets
- NEW warm socks
- Boots
- Cold weather gear
Supplies will be accepted through Monday, November 1. Donations can be made at select vaccine clinics and locations:
Archuleta County Vaccine Clinics:
Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library, 811 San Juan St, Pagosa Springs
Tuesdays and Thursdays 3pm to 6pm
La Plata County Vaccine Clinics:
La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Avenue, Durango
Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 4pm
Saturdays, 10am to 3pm
Durango Farmers Market, 259 W 9th St, Durango
Saturdays, 8am to 12noon
SJBPH Office Locations:*
Pagosa Springs, 502 S. 8th Street, Pagosa Springs
Mondays to Thursdays, 8am to 12noon and 1pm to 4:30pm
Durango, 281 Sawyer Drive, Durango
Mondays to Fridays, 8am to 4:30pm
* Times listed for these sites are for clothing drop offs, not vaccine clinics
The COVID-19 vaccines are widely available to all residents ages 12 and up. Youth ages 12 to 17 years are only eligible for the Pfizer vaccine. Minors must have a signed parental consent form which can be completed online when registering or in-person at the clinic. Although advance registration is preferred, walk-ins are also welcome at upcoming clinics. The vaccine is free, and no ID is required. Additional clinics and information about the COVID-19 vaccine can be found on SJBPH’s website.
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