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COVID-19 Vaccine Update for WA Carers

Carers may now be eligible to register for the COVID-19 vaccine as the Federal Government commences its vaccine roll-out.

Carers may be eligible for the vaccine if they care for:

  • A resident of an aged care facility or residential disability accommodation who was eligible under Phase 1a.
  • A person 50 years and over who is eligible under Phase 1b and 2a.
  • A person with a specified underlying medical condition who is eligible under Phase 1b.
  • A child with a specified underlying medical conditions.

Eligible carers will need to provide carers documentation or complete an Eligibility Declaration Form. 

From Monday, 3rd May 2021, all people 50 years and over will be eligible to receive their COVID-19 vaccination,

You can book an appointment by calling 13COVID (13 26843) between 8am and 6pm, seven days a week. Select option 3 for the WA Vaccination Booking line.

For WA specific information, please refer to the Roll up for WA website. 

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