CVS, Walgreens Will Give Free COVID Vaccines At Nursing Homes

The video discusses a plan to provide COVID vaccinations to nursing homes, with the federal government covering part of the cost. Walgreens and CVS are key partners, coordinating with long-term care facilities to administer vaccines. Each resident will need two doses over two months, and the companies cannot charge for the vaccine itself. Facilities must opt-in voluntarily, and the program is available nationwide. Nursing homes can sign up via the CDC website.

Which two companies are partnering with the federal government to provide COVID vaccinations to nursing homes?

• Amazon and eBay

• Rite Aid and Kroger

• Walmart and Target

• Walgreens and CVS

How many doses of the COVID vaccine does the government assume each resident will need?

• Three doses

• Four doses

• Two doses

• One dose

What are Walgreens and CVS prohibited from charging for?

• Staff training

• The vaccine itself and its distribution

• Personal protective equipment

• Transportation to the facilities

How can nursing home facilities participate in the vaccination program?

• By applying through Medicare

• By sending a request to Walgreens

• By contacting their local health department

• By signing up through the CDC website

When can nursing home facilities start signing up for the vaccination program?

• In two weeks

• As early as Monday

• Next month

• Immediately