Our thanks to Dr. Denise M. Makri-Werzen, PUBH: CH HP RN/MT(ASCP) CSN/HT Ph.D. MS BS ECSNA President & Public Relations Events Coordinator for sharing the following information:

The Essex County Office of Public Health Management will be hosting Vaccines for Children (VFC) clinics this February. These clinics are by appointment only and are available to children through age 18 who meet eligibility requirements, including those who are Medicaid eligible, NJ Family Care Plan A eligible, uninsured, or American Indian/Alaskan Native.

February Clinic Schedule

NEW ORANGE LOCATION – PLEASE SHARE WIDELY! 
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Essex County Monte Irvin Orange Park Community Center 
Directly across the street from 268 Oakwood Ave, Orange, NJ 07050
Time: 3:30 – 6:30 PM

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Essex County Bilal Beasley Community Center
Directly across the street from 644 Lyons Avenue, Irvington, NJ 07111
Time: 3:30 – 6:30 PM

Please note: The February 18th clinic will be held at our new Orange site, expanding access to families in the Orange community. We encourage partners to highlight this new location when sharing with residents.

Families must schedule appointments in advance by calling 973-877-8456 or emailing vfc@essexcountynj.org.