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Flu Shots

Many au pairs and host families are looking for places to get flu shots this time of year. Au Pair insurance does not cover immunizations, but there are lots of places to get flu shots for $30 or less. If the host family is insisting that an au pair get a seasonal flu shot and she agrees to get it, the host family would be responsible for the expense.

If you are planning to get the seasonal flu vaccine, it is recommended that you get it as early as possible.

Many area pharmacies and grocery stores are offering walk-in flu shots this year including: Walgreens, CVS, Target and Stop&Shop.8406802706_96caa755c6(1)

Avoiding the ER

Health- Avoid the ER and save some money.  There is an additional ER deductible for visits not deemed “emergencies”.  **Note there are several plans with differing deductibles.  Visit http://aupairinamerica.com/resources/life_in_the_us/insurance_3.asp for full details. If you are not feeling well, but it is not an emergency try to visit a local walk-in health care clinic. There are several clinics in our area including those located inside the Southbury CVS, and Walgreens. There is also an urgent care clinic in Southbury and one near Newtown in Monroe. Please contact me if you need to see a healthcare professional and have trouble finding a clinic near you.