COVID At-Home Tests/Testing

At the January 17, 2024 Health and Hospitals Committee Meeting, there was update on the current wastewater monitoring data for COVID and the current increase of cases creating one of the largest surges since this virus first emerged (see included graphic). County Public Health Officials continue to recommend residents get the latest vaccine/booster, be mindful about wearing a mask in high risk situations, and to continue to take at-home tests. 

Every resident should have several at-home tests available in their homes - especially as they remain easily accessible and prevalent in the community. Click on the following links on how to get FREE at-home tests OR contact the D3 Office via email [email protected] or call 408-299-5030 - we have a limited quantity of at-home tests for community distribution. 

County of Santa Clara - COVID Vaccines, Testing & Treatment ✩✩✩ LINK
The County of Santa Clara provides information about the latest vaccines and to make an appointment, along with information on testing - including PCR and antigen testing sites, treatments available, and the COVID DATA DASHBOARD [LINK - English  |  中文  |  Español  |  Tiếng Việt  |  Tagalog]

County of Santa Clara - Wastewater Dashboard ✩✩✩ LINK
The County of Santa Clara Public Health Department provides a dashboard with an overview and data of SARS-CoV-2 virus concentration in wastewater samples collected at four wastewater treatment facilities that receive wastewater from designated geographic areas, known as “sewersheds”, within Santa Clara County. [LINK] 

COVID.19.CA.GOV - Get Tested ✩✩✩ LINK
The State of California has provided information about at-home testing, when to get tests, and ways to get free tests with Medi-Cal, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or with your insurance provider, and more [LINK]

COVID.org - Get Four Free At-⁠Home COVID-⁠19 Tests ✩✩✩ LINK 
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Request Form & Testing Resources Information - Get four FREE at-home tests in the mail. 
NOTE: Need help placing an order for your at-⁠home tests? Call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489)

FDA - COVID Diagnostic Tests & Expiration DateS ✩✩✩ LINK
U.S. Food & Drug Administration - Information about approved over-the-counter at-home tests and expiration dates
NOTE: Many at-home tests have "extended expiration dates" beyond what is listed on the box - follow this link to check the expiration for your tests [LINK]

USPS At-Home COVID Tests Order Form ✩✩✩ LINK
United States Post Office Order Form - If you did not place an order between 9/25/3 and 11/19/23, you will be able to place TWO separate orders of four free at-home tests [LINK]

CDC - Self Testing At-Home or Anywhere ✩✩✩ LINK
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Information on rapid COVID-19 tests and link to order free tests [LINK]

CMS.gov - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ✩✩✩ LINK
CMS provides information about to get free at-home tests along with several questions and answers about accessibility and reimbursement [LINK]

CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE PROVIDER
Your health insurance should either provide free at-home tests or cover the costs. Please contact your health insurance provider for more details.