Mashantucket, CT -- (January 4, 2022) — The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, the Connecticut Department of Public Health and Griffin Health today announced they will partner to host free vaccination clinics at Foxwoods Resort Casino amidst the Omicron variant surge. This is the next step in the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods’ ongoing efforts to vaccinate as many people as possible to protect them against COVID-19.

The walk-in, no appointment needed, vaccination clinics will be open every Tuesday starting January 4, 2022, from 1pm to 7pm at Foxwoods Resort Casino’s Bingo Hall, with free parking available in the Rainmaker Garage.  Vaccination for 1^st dose, 2^nd dose and booster will be available to all eligible age groups and for all guests visiting Foxwoods.

“These vaccine clinics play a pivotal role in our three-pronged approach to fighting this virus which include vaccination, masking and testing,” said Connecticut Department of Public Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani, MD. “These simple steps are crucial in decreasing the risk of severe disease, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. And while there is still work to do in terms of our vaccination rates—particularly in Eastern Connecticut—we are in a better place than we were a year ago thanks to partners like the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods Resort Casino.”

“I want to thank our tribal partner, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, for stepping up to provide yet another vaccine site during this pandemic,” said Gov. Ned Lamont. “It is more important than ever for our residents to get their COVID-19 vaccines and boosters as we know it will keep them out of the hospital and provide protection for them as they spend time with their families and go to work. The more locations we have to get your shots, the better, and I’m thankful for this latest accessible vaccination site.”

Governor Lamont and CT State Department of Public Health officials have been consistent in urging residents to get vaccinated and to remain fully vaccinated by receiving their booster shot once six months have based since their first two doses. 

“Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, both the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods Resort Casino have continuously worked to help control the virus in Connecticut in an effort to keep community members safe,” said Jason Guyot, Foxwoods’ President and CEO. “These efforts have included rolling out industry-leading health and safety protocols across the resort to partnering with Hartford HealthCare to host one of the state’s largest mega vaccination sites earlier this year. These clinics are the next step, and we’re proud to work with Griffin Health to keep our communities healthy.”

The site will be in accordance with COVID-19 safety measures, including social distancing protocols and mandatory face masks. All individuals attending the clinics must always wear a mask and bring their driver’s license or non-driver photo identification card, and a copy of their vaccination card if applicable. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to receive the vaccination or booster.

For more details on what to expect when arriving at Foxwoods, please visit Foxwoods.com/vaccine.  If you have any questions about the clinic, please contact the CT Department of Public Health at 800.203.1234.

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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 Griffin Health

Griffin Hospital is an acute care community hospital serving the residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national recognition for an approach to patient care that is responsive to the needs of patients. Griffin Hospital is recognized for having industry-leading patient satisfaction ratings and has received quality and clinical excellence awards. Griffin Hospital was listed as one of the “World’s Best Hospitals” by Newsweek magazine for three years in a 2019, 2020 and 2021. Griffin was also awarded Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care™ by Planetree International, the highest mark of achievement for creating l culture that engages