Photo By Sgt. Daniel Thompson | U.S. Army Pvt. Jonathan Valdovinos, an M1 armored vehicle crewman assigned to the 3rd...... read more read more
ATLANTA— To accommodate Georgians that may require extra assistance, U.S. Army Soldiers supporting the state-run, federally-supported Community Vaccination Center assist and escort Georgia community members at the Atlanta CVC in the Mercedes-Benz stadium.
“I was vaccinated at Mercedes-Benz stadium in Atlanta and had the pleasure of meeting and having my wheelchair pushed by a nice young Army Soldier named Jonathan Valdovinos,” said Phil Perrier, a Georgia resident, who received his vaccination on April 9, 2021. “I just wanted to say he was friendly and professional.”
The Atlanta CVC aims to administer approximately 42,000 vaccinations a week through mid-May 2021. Continued support from Soldiers helps turn the goal into a reality.
“I am happy I get to represent the Army on this mission,” said U.S. Army Pvt. Jonathan Valdovinos, M1 Armor Crewman, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 67th Armored Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, Fort Stewart, Georgia. “It helps show the Army also gives back to the community.”
Vaccination Support Team commander, U.S. Army Lt. Col. Steven Chadwick, highlighted the need to assist mobility concerns.
“We’ve been providing Soldiers to safely assist Georgians, who need a little extra help, through the Atlanta CVC to ensure everyone has safe and easy access to care.” said Chadwick. “Our job here is to assist federal, state, local and civilian sector partners, in getting as many Americans vaccinated as possible to help stop the spread of COVID-19.”
Community members needing assistance can be picked up at the gate by Soldiers that stay with them the entire visit.
| Date Taken: | 04.14.2021 |
| Date Posted: | 04.19.2021 17:11 |
| Story ID: | 393855 |
| Location: | ATLANTA, GEORGIA, US |
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