Mashantucket, CT -- (March 8, 2021) — The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Hartford HealthCare today opened a mega vaccination site at Foxwoods Resort Casino, part of an ongoing effort to vaccinate as many people as possible to protect them against COVID-19.

To get vaccinated, people must be Connecticut residents and appointments are required. Those who already have a MyChartPlus account can log in and make an appointment at a Hartford HealthCare vaccine clinic. If you don’t have a MyChartPlus account, set one up on Hartford HealthCare’s MyChartPlus.org website. If you’d prefer to schedule your appointment by phone, call the Hartford HealthCare Access Center at 860.827/7690 or toll-free at 833.943.5721.

“Our hospitals, colleagues and communities have suffered greatly from this virus. This tremendous partnership with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation will be instrumental in vaccinating the population in Eastern Connecticut,” said Donna Hadley, senior vice president at Hartford HealthCare and president of Backus and Windham Hospitals. “We are fortunate to join forces with one of our most influential community partners to improve the health and healing of the communities we serve.”

Hours will be Tuesday-Wednesday from 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Thursday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The site will be located in the Rainmaker Valet Lobby and Rainmaker Casino Level, with free parking available in the Rainmaker Garage.

“Mass vaccination sites play a crucial role in ensuring vaccines are distributed rapidly and effectively,” said Rodney Butler, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Chairman. “We’re honored to help serve and support the resilient people of Connecticut by helping Hartford HealthCare and the state expedite vaccine administration so we can get closer to putting this pandemic behind us.”

“Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, both the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods Resort Casino have worked tirelessly to help control and dissipate the virus in Connecticut,” said Jason Guyot, Interim CEO and SVP Resort Operations. “We’re grateful for the ability to help get Connecticut residents safely vaccinated as quickly as possible and are proud to work with Hartford HealthCare to keep our communities safe and healthy.”

The site at Foxwoods currently has capacity for 600 vaccinations per day, ramping up to 1,000 per day over time – with a goal of administering over 1 million vaccines by July. Additional appointments will be added on a rolling basis as more vaccines become available, in accordance with state eligibility guidance. The site will be in accordance with COVID-19 safety measures, including social distancing protocols and mandatory face masks.

“Hartford HealthCare has a great team, and a big footprint here in southeastern Connecticut with their outstanding staff at Backus Hospital,” said State Rep. Joseph Courtney. “They’ve worked on the front lines of this pandemic to help keep our communities safe, and their new partnership with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation to ramp up vaccination efforts in eastern Connecticut is a tremendous win that will benefit our entire region. Foxwoods has the capacity to operate a massively scaled-up vaccination effort, and the experience to do so efficiently, quickly, and safely, especially in partnering with Hartford HealthCare. I’m grateful for their commitment to helping our communities through this pandemic, and for Hartford HealthCare’s continued service to our region.”

The site will administer the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. For updates on the state’s phased rollout, please visit ct.gov/covidvaccine. For more information about Hartford HealthCare vaccination efforts, visit hartfordhealthcare.org/vaccine.

About the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
The Mashantucket (Western) Pequot Tribal Nation is a federally recognized Indian tribe located at one of America’s oldest Indian reservations, Mashantucket, in Southeastern Connecticut.  As pioneers of the Indian Gaming casino industry, the history of the Mashantucket Pequots reveals one of America’s greatest come-back stories, featured at the Tribe’s world renowned Mashantucket Pequot Museum. Today, the Tribe owns and operates one of the largest Integrated Resort Casino destinations in North America, Foxwoods Resort Casino, along with a variety of complementary businesses including a world-class golf course, luxury spa, Pequot Pharmaceutical Network, and Pequot Plus Health Benefit Services.  As one of Connecticut’s highest revenue contributors and largest employers, the Mashantucket Pequots have provided the state more than $4 billion in slot revenue through a first-of-its-kind agreement, established in 1993.  Likewise, the Tribe has contributed hundreds of millions in donations and sponsorships for the benefit of communities and tribes in need, locally and throughout the U.S.

About Foxwoods Resort Casino
As the largest resort casino in North America, Foxwoods Resort Casino offers guests a premier destination resort experience throughout its six world-class casinos; AAA Four-Diamond hotels featuring over 2,200 rooms; dining options for all tastes; luxurious spas; award-winning golf; state-of-the-art theaters; Tanger Outlet Mall; conference space for groups of all sizes; and free online casino games at FoxwoodsONLINE.com. There is always something new at Foxwoods, most recently the arrival of Foxwoods Extreme Adventures. Adventure knows no limit as guests can zipline or race around on a European-style indoor karting track. Foxwoods Resort Casino truly is The Wonder Of It All, providing a personalized and exciting escape for everyone. Foxwoods, opened in 1992, is owned and operated by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. For a detailed look at Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation visit Foxwoods.com.

About Hartford HealthCare
Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut’s only truly integrated healthcare system. With 33,000 colleagues, $4.3 billion in operating revenue and a medical staff of 4,000 providers, the system offers the full continuum of care with seven acute-care hospitals, the state’s longest-running air-ambulance service, behavioral health and rehabilitation services, a physician group and clinical integration organization, skilled-nursing and home health services, and a comprehensive range of services for seniors, including senior-living facilities. To learn more, visit www.HartfordHealthCare.org