Services
At Van Buren Cass District Health Department we offer all routinely recommended vaccines to people of all ages. We follow the ACIP (Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices) recommended vaccine schedule for 0-18 years and 19 years and older.
We participate with the VFC Program (Vaccines for Children) which is a federally funded vaccine program for children. We also participate with the MI-AVP Program (Adult Vaccine Program) which offers vaccines for high risk populations 19 years and older.
During the fall season we offer additional community clinics to administer flu vaccinations.
Our staff educate all area providers about the MCIR (Michigan Care Improvement Registry) which is the state-wide immunization registry and the importance of participating in the VFC program.
We provide Immunization Waiver Education Sessions by appointment.
Please call 269-740-4155 to speak with an immunization nurse to understand the vaccination options available to you.
Click here to see Van Buren Cass District Health Department’s Vaccine Policy Statement
Travel Vaccines
At this time, Van Buren Cass District Health Department does not provide travel vaccines.
Go to cdc.gov for information about Traveler’s Health as well as the Travel Smart: Get Vaccinated page. Both pages have links to help you determine which vaccines are recommended and where you can Find a Travel Clinic.
Second Measles case identified in Michigan; health officials urge protection through vaccination Click here to see MDHHS 6/28/2018 Press Release.
Whooping Cough (Pertussis) is on the rise Click here for Information on Pertussis.
Immunization Clinic
Services are available by appointment:
Call 269-740-4155
Walk-ins may be accommodated, please ask about clinic hours.
Dowagiac – Immunization Clinic
1st & 3rd Wednesday
To schedule call: 269-740-4155
Location information and map
Lawrence – Immunization Clinic
Every Thursday
To schedule call: 269-740-4155
Location information and map
A parent or legal guardian must accompany any children under 18 years of age. Please bring all immunization records with you to your appointment.
Financial
Federally Funded* Vaccine Qualifications (VFC & MI-AVP)
- Enrolled in Michigan Medicaid (Mi-Health card)
- Have NO health insurance
- Are Native American or Alaskan Native
- Have health insurance that does not cover any portion of immunizations.
Adults age 19 and over may qualify for certain vaccines under the MI-AVP Adult Vaccine Program if they meet specific criteria which include:
- NO insurance coverage for immunizations
- Unmet Michigan Medicaid Spenddown
- Specific High Risk condition
If your child qualifies for VFC* vaccine or you are an Adult that qualifies for MI-AVP vaccine: There is a $23.00 Administartion fee per vaccine with a maximum out of pocket of $69.00. If you cannot afford to pay the vaccine administration fee, we will ask you to pay what you can. No one will be denied services, Administration fees will be waived for those who cannot afford.
Privately Insured Adolescents and Adults
- The Health Department is an immunization provider for some private insurance companies and can bill those insurance companies directly for services upon verification of coverage.
- You MUST provide your insurance information when you call to schedule, our staff will verify participation with your plan and your coverage levels prior to your appointment.
- There is a $23.00 administration fee for each injection given in addition to the cost of the vaccine. You will be responsible for any amount not covered by your policy.
Take the Child & Adolescent Vaccine Quiz
Take the Adult Vaccine Quiz
Resources
- CDC booklet: Parent's Guide to Childhood Immunizations, click here.
- Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS): Vaccine Information for the Public, click here.
- MDHHS: Immunization Information for Families and Providers, click here.
- Vaccine Information Statements, click here.
- MDHHS Immunization Waiver Information, click here.
- Safe Sleep and Vaccines, click here.
- Know the facts: Vaccines and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), click here.
- Michigan Care Improvement Registry:
- Alliance for Immunization in Michigan :
- CDC For Parents- Vaccines for Your Children, click here.
- CDC - Vaccines and Immunizations, click here.