BE THE SHIELD MAKING A DIFFERNCE IN THE LIVES OF SENIORS
The Be the Shield initiative is an excellent illustration of EBRCOA working hand in hand with our healthcare community partners to increase public health access to both education and vaccinations. EBRCOA is extremely grateful to all our partners that assist us in serving our seniors because What We Do Matters!
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Pafford Medical Services (PMS) are making a difference in the lives of the most vulnerable seniors in East Baton Rouge Parish through their participation in the EBRCOA’s Be the Shield (BTS) initiative. BTS aims to provide public health education and access to medical immunizations that are crucial for the senior community including homebound seniors. The Be The Shield team, in conjunction with EMS and PMS, has worked diligently to provide vaccination access to eligible seniors across the parish. Collectively, they have visited homebound seniors to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to individuals who are unable to leave their homes. Our efforts are making a significant impact throughout the community. This additional service offering has brought peace of mind to both our seniors and their families.
A chat with the cardiologist: Dr. Garland Green from the Cardiovascular Institute of the South speaking to COA seniors during the “Lunch and Learn” health information event on Wednesday, March 29.
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