BCC is serving as Novant Health's COVID-19 vaccination site in Brunswick County, and this review is only about that process. After making an appointment online for my first COVID-19 vaccine, my email instructions said to arrive no more than ten minutes ahead of my appointment time in order to reduce wait times.
The first thing I noticed on pulling into the vaccination site was the National Guard presence. They are coordinating arrivals, putting cars into various lanes, and then checking each car for appointments and handing out paperwork. (Even if you filled out your paperwork online, you'll need to do it again. Why? No idea.)
This initial process took about twenty minutes, all inside the car, and following directions as to when to move and where. Eventually, you'll be maneuvered into a holding spot to wait until the vaccinators are ready for you. Once you're at the final destination, you simply wait in your car for them to come to you. Easy peasy. After the shot, you'll wait another 15-20 minutes or so before being given the all clear to drive away. And when you get your first shot, you'll get a vaccination card with the date of your 2nd appointment, one month later, same time. The card is important. Be sure to keep it in a safe location. read more