N.Y Time: March 28, 2024 12:54 pm

Johnson & Johnson Vaccines Offered in Boro Park for First Time – Priority to Holocaust Survivors
Johnson & Johnson Vaccines Offered in Boro Park for First Time – Priority to Holocaust Survivors

Johnson & Johnson Vaccines Offered in Boro Park for First Time – Priority to Holocaust Survivors

Following Mayor Bill de Blasio’s announcement to prioritize vaccination for Holocaust survivors and with the nonstop assistance of the Mayor’s advisor Pinny Ringel, the Boro Park Jewish Community Council (BPJCC) and the Boro Park Y have secured a block of appointments for the new Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccinations in Boro Park for Sunday, March 14, BP24 has announced. The tremendous advantage of the new Johnson & Johnson vaccination is that only one dose is required.

Appointments will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to Holocaust survivors and isolated seniors.  Free transportation will be provided if needed.

“We are excited that for the very first time, Boro Park survivors and isolated seniors will receive the J&J vaccination,” says Avi Greenstein, BPJCC CEO. “We feel fortunate to be able to take this next step in a program that has already helped over 750 survivors receive vaccines. The J&J vaccination is a breakthrough for Holocaust survivors to eliminate them having to go twice. The BPJCC and Boro Park Y thank the UJA Federation for their strong support and partnership, which enables us to do this work.”