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EIGHT THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE US COVID-19 VACCINATION PROGRAM

Now that there is an authorized and recommended vaccine to prevent COVID-19 in the United States, here are eight things you need to know about the new COVID-19 Vaccination Program and COVID-19 vaccines: 6. Making COVID-19 Vaccination Recommendations.

CDC makes vaccination recommendations, including

those for COVID-19 vaccines, based on input from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.

1. The safety of COVID-19 vaccines is a top priority.The U.S. vaccine safety system ensures that all vaccines are as safe as possible. CDC has developed a new tool, v-safe, as an additional layer of safety monitoring to increase our ability to rapidly detect any safety issues with COVID-19 vaccines. Vsafe is a new smartphone-based, after-vaccination health checker for people who receive COVID-19 vaccines. 7. Cost is not an obstacle to getting vaccinated against

COVID-19. Vaccine doses purchased with U.S. taxpayer dollars will be given to the American people at no cost.

However, vaccination providers may be able to charge administration fees for giving the shot. Vaccination providers can get this fee reimbursed by the patient's public or private insurance company or, for uninsured patients, by the Health

2. COVID-19 vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19. Two doses are needed. You need 2 doses of the currently available COVID-19 vaccine. A second shot 3 weeks after your first shot is needed to get the most protection the vaccine has to offer against this serious disease.

3. Right now, CDC recommends

COVID-19 vaccine be offered to healthcare personnel and residents of long-term care

facilities. Because the current supply of COVID-19 vaccine in the United States is limited, CDC recommends that initial supplies of COVID-19 vaccine be offered to healthcare personnel and longterm care facility residents.

4. There is currently a limited

supply of COVID-19 vaccine in the United States, but

supply will increase in the weeks and months to come. The goal is for everyone to be able to easily get vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as large enough quantities are available. Once vaccine is widely available, the plan is to have several thousand vaccination providers offering COVID-19 vaccines in doctors' offices, retail pharmacies, hospitals, and federally qualified health centers.

5. AfterCOVID-19 vaccination, you may have some side

effects. This is a normal sign that your body is building

protection.The side effects from COVID-19 vaccination may feel like flu and might even affect your ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few days. Resources and Services Administration's Provider Relief Fundexternal icon.

8. The first COVID-19 vaccine is being used under an

Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food

and Drug Administration (FDA). Many other vaccines are still being developed and tested. As of December 14, the following three vaccines are expected to be approved for use in the near future: AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, Janssen's COVID-19 vaccine and Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine.

(Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

FACTS ABOUT COVID-19 VACCINES

Keep a Safe Distance to Slow the Spread

FACT: COVID-19 vaccination will be an important tool to help stop the pandemic

to get a COVID-19 vaccine even if they have been sick with COVID-

Wearing masks and social distancing help reduce your chance of being exposed to the virus or spreading it to others, but these measures are not enough. Vaccines will work with your immune system so it will be ready to fight the virus if you are exposed.

The combination of getting vaccinated and following CDC's recommendations to protect yourself and others will offer the best protection from COVID-19.

Stopping a pandemic requires using all the tools we have available. As experts learn more about how COVID-19 vaccination may help reduce spread of the disease in communities, CDC will continue to u p d a t e t h e recommendations to protect communities using the latest science.

FACT: COVID-19 vaccines will not give you COVID-19

None of the COVID-19 vaccines currently in development in the United States use the live virus that causes COVID-19. In addition to Pfizer, there are several different types of v a c c i n e s i n development. Each of them will teach our immune systems how to recognize and fight the virus that causes COVID-19. Sometimes this process can cause symptoms, such as fever. These symptoms are normal and are a sign that the body is building immunity. It typically takes a few weeks for the body to build immunity after vaccination. This means a person could be infected 19 before.

with the virus just before or after vaccination and get sick because the vaccine has not had enough time to provide protection.

FACT: COVID-19 vaccines will not cause you to test positive on COVID-19 tests

Vaccines currently in clinical trials in the United States won't cause you to test positive on viral tests, which are used to see if you have a current infection. If your body develops an immune response, which is the goal of vaccination, there is a possibility you may test positive on some antibody tests.

FACT: People who have gotten sick with COVID-19 may still benefit from getting vaccinated

Due to the severe health risks associated with COVID-19 and the fact that re-infection with COVID-19 is possible, people may be advised At this time, experts do not know how long someone is protected from getting sick again after recovering from COVID-19. The immunity someone gains from having an infection, called natural immunity, varies from person to person. Some early evidence suggests natural immunity may not last very long. We will not know how long immunity produced by vaccination lasts until we have a vaccine and more data on how well it works.

FACT: Getting vaccinated can help prevent getting sick with COVID-19

While many people with COVID-19 have only a mild illness, others may get a severe illness or they may even die. There is no way to know how COVID-19 will affect you, even if you are not at increased risk of severe complications. If you get sick, you also may spread the disease to friends, family, and others around you while you are sick. COVID-19 vaccination helps protect you by creating an antibody response without having to experience sickness.

FACT: You should wear a mask before and afteryou receive a COVID-19 vaccine

CDC recommends that during the pandemic people wear a mask that covers their nose and mouth when in contact with others outside your household, when in healthcare facilities, and when receiving any vaccine, including a COVID-19 vaccine. It typically takes a few weeks for the body to build up immunity after an immunization. CDC does not currently recommend use of a face shield or gaiter as a substitute for a mask. Anyone who has trouble breathing should consult their physician about wearing a mask.

How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?

It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information by visiting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/

(Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

GET READY FOR TAXES: WHAT IS NEW AND WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN FILING IN 2021

The Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to take necessary actions as soon as possible to prepare to file federal tax returns timely and accurately in 2021.

A special page, updated and available on www.IRS.gov, outlines steps taxpayers can take now to make tax filing easier in 2021.

This year, there are some key items to consider involving credits, deductions, and refunds:

Recovery Rebate Credit/Economic Impact Payment. Taxpayers who received an Economic Impact Payment, should keep Notice 1444, Your Economic Impact Payment, with their 2020 tax records. They may be eligible to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on their tax year 2020 federal income tax return if:

they did not receive an Economic Impact Payment, or

their Economic Impact Payment was less than $1,200 ($2,400 if married filing jointly for 2019 or 2018), plus $500 for each qualifying child they had in 2020.

If a taxpayer didn't receive the full amount of the Economic Impact Payment forwhich they were eligible, they may be able to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit when they file in 2021.

Individuals do not need to complete information about the Recovery Rebate Credit on tax year 2020 Form 1040 or 1040-SR when filing in 2021, unless eligible to claim an additional credit amount.

Interest on refunds taxable. Taxpayers who received a federal tax refund in 2020 may have been paid interest. Refund interest payments are taxable and must be reported on federal income tax returns. In January 2021, the IRS will send Form 1099-INT to anyone who received interest totaling $10 or more. Charitable deduction changes. New this year, taxpayers who don't itemize deductions may take a charitable deduction of up to $300 for cash contributions made in 2020 to qualifying organizations. For more information, read Publication 526, Charitable Contributions.

Find information about retirement plans. IRS.gov has end-of-year find tax information about retirement plans. This includes resources for individuals about retirement planning, contributions, and withdrawals. The CARES Act retirement plan relief waived required minimum distributions during 2020 for IRA or retirement plan accounts. Also, eligible individuals can take a coronavirusrelated distribution of up to $100,000 by December 30, 2020 and repay it over three years or pay the tax due over three years.

Refunds.The IRS always cautions taxpayers not to rely on receiving a refund by a certain date, especially when making major purchases or paying bills. Some returns may require additional review and processing may take longer. For example, the IRS, along with its partners in the tax industry, continue to strengthen security reviews to help protect against identity theft and refund fraud.

The IRS reminds taxpayers that the fastest and safest way to receive a refund is to combine direct deposit with electronic filing including the IRS FreeFile program. Taxpayers can track their refund using the Where's My Refund? tool.

For more information to plan ahead, see Publication 5348, Get Ready to File, and Publication 5349, Year-Round Tax Planning is for Everyone or visit www.IRS.gov.

I R S W A R N I N G

IRS warns people about a COVID-related text message scam

The IRS and its Security Summit partners are warning people to be aware of a new text message scam. The thief's goal is to trick people into revealing bank account information under the guise of receiving the $1,200 Economic Impact Payment.

Here's how this scam works

People get a text message saying they have "received a direct deposit of $1,200 from COVID-19 TREAS FUND. Further action is required to accept this payment… Continue here to accept this payment …" The text includes a link to a phishing web address. This fake link appears to come from a state agency or relief organization. It takes people to a fake website that looks like the IRS.gov Get My Payment website. If people visit the fake website and enter their personal and financial account information, the scammers collect it. (Source: wwwIRS.gov.)

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CHARTERED CLUBS JANUARY 2021 Chartered Clubs, as outlined in the “Sun City Aliante Club Guidelines,” are Board-recognized and open to all Sun City Aliante residents. ese clubs are sanctioned strictly for the members of this Association with no exceptions, unless a club invites guest speakers, instructors, etc. A household guest will be allowed to participate at club activities, in compliance with required guest policies and fees. All club members should be familiar with these guidelines set forth by the Board, as well as their individual club bylaws and/or policies and procedures. If you have questions regarding your club charter, feel free to call Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent, at 702-638-5061.

Afternoon Games. Meets Sundays from Hand and Foot. Meets Tuesdays from Table Tennis. Meets Monday through 1-4 p.m. Contact Jo Cox at 702-646-3467 and 1- 4 p.m. This game is similar to Canasta. Contact Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Social xnnaj@aol.com Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol. Hall. Contact Ed Ernest at 269-591-0759 and

Aliante’s Classy Chefs. Meets 1st Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Contact com. or Hjordy Wagner at 715-529-9728 and hwizwag@gmail.com. Technology Club. Meets the first eeernest@yahoo.com. classychefs@yahoo.com Kaluki. Meets Thursdays at 1 p.m. Contact Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. or Amy Redd at 501-773-5201. Dorothy Martin at 702-399-2045. Contact Wayne Headrick at 702-823-2627 and

American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays 12:30-3:30 p.m. Classes taught on Fridays 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at 914-456-9690 and owllady43@gmail.com. Mahjong. Meets Mondays from 1 - 4 p.m. Contact Grace Wong at 702-646-9664 and wrongway9664@embarqmail.com. Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets wayne@headrick.us. Tennis. Meets daily for Open Play. Start time is 7 a.m. Contact Larry Rothstein at 702-649-8766 and lilandlar@aol.com M-S. The Weather may affect start times.

Art/Class Workshop. Meets Tuesdays at Contact Karen Franklin at 702-633-4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Denise Simon at 914-904-6899 and simond2571@gmail.com. 10 a.m. followed by Art Workshop at noon. every Friday at 1 p.m. Contact Carol Jones at 702-464-5916 or 661-466-3478 and carolannejones1956@gmail.com or Alanna Tiehes at 951-313-1349 and tiehes@msn.com. Veterans of Sun City. Meets the 3rd Tuesday at 7 p.m. Contact David Hollander at 702-480-7668 and David _ hollander2003@ yahoo.com. The Veterans Auxiliary meets the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Vista Room. Pan. Meets on Mondays at 6 – 8:30 p.m. and

Basketball Club. Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Contact Bob Ingertson at 702-680-0967 and ringertson@gmail.com Fridays at 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. For more information contact Renée Snodgrass at 818-807-3369 or 702-458-0013 or reneesnodgrass@cox.net Contact Co-Chair Donna Lawhead at 360-4400704 and Donnavegas10@gmail.com or Lynda Towers at 505-412-2307 and

Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468. For book selections, visit visit www.scaliante.com Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday from 6:30-9 p.m. Contact Cathy Pierce at 209-595-0833 and cnitro3@fire2wire or Robin Sharp at 303-641-2107 and dalerobin@aol.com Paper Crafting. Meets Mondays at 1 - 4 p.m. Contact Lillian Williamson at 702242-9298 and busybeaver@cox.net or Lynn Kiedrowski at 702-463-9141 and lynndrwski@ yahoo.com. Pickleball. Club days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sundaymornings starting Skills and drills on Mondays at 8 a.m. at 8 a.m.Contact Ken Schmitz at 925-708-5728. The following Special Interest Groups are Board-recognized and in advance. Please check the calendar. Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group. Bowling. Social group for fun & entertainment. Contact Mel Coloma at 702-556-4622 or Epi Coloma at 571-228-0390. Meets Tuesdays & Wednesdays at noon at Lynda1229@msn.com. may schedule meetings

Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and contact Sarah Smith at 702-778-0120 Texas Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray Wong at

Saturdays from 9 a.m. - noon. Contact Jill Ernest at 702-954-6299 and jilljack16@yahoo.com or Denise Simon at 914-907-6899 and simond2571@gmail.com. Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. and every Sunday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Contact Rene Swanson at 702-773-2383 Havarah. 702-646-9664 and wrongway9664@embarqmail.com. Meets to socialize and celebrate Jewish holidays as well as special birthdays. Other activities,

Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Contact Mary Jane and and reneedswanson@hotmail.com. Poker. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays at 4 such as games nights, have been scheduled. We are always open to suggestions. .

Charles D'Agati at 201-321-1691 or mjdagati@aol.com. Club DIAL (Dance in a Line). Eight Ballers. Meets Mondays & Thursdays 10 a.m.- noon. Contact David Meteyer at 702-290-3242 Beginners lessons offered Mondays at 6:30 p.m. The Club meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Classes and meetings in the Fitness Studio. Contact Sharon Benac at 702-278-1757 or smbenac@gmail.com. p.m. Contact Ralph Punzi at 702-839-9898 and ralphp629@yahoo.com or Qung Go at 630665-9802 and qungwgo@gmail.com . Silver Needles and Threads. Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - noon. Contact Connie Munson at 612-810-9439 and conmun45@gmail.com. Solos. Social group for singles. Social group for singles. Contact Teri Narveson at 702-642-0683 and tnarveson@hotmail.com or Angie Bidell Minnesota Nice Group. Horseshoes. Ladies’ Golf. Meets Saturdays at 8 a.m. (summer), and 9 a.m. (fall/winter). Contact Jack Witt at 702-642-6282 or Deena Gaither at 630-341-0994. Meets Thursdays at Aliante Golf Course. Contact Kay Carow at 847-529-6412 or Vicki Briggs at 303-884-1113. Minnesota folks meet monthly for events. Contact Obbie Harvieux at 702-399-4340 or Rory Raymond at 702-489-2405 to get on mailing list.

Euchre. Meets 1 p.m. on Mondays. Contact at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol.com. Neighborhood Watch. Meets 3rd Thursday,

Cheryl Gustin at 319-415-0471 or gusto32742@yahoo.com. Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.. Contact Social Hall, 4-5 p.m. Contact Jim Blossey at 775-5305119 and jimandpatb@embarqmail.com.

Forget-Me-Knots. Needlework, knitting, crochet and jewelry making. Meets Mondays from 1-4 p.m. Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and acollette19@yahoo.com or Madeline Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com. Glass Crafters. Meets the first and third Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 and cpigs@aol.com. Contact Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583 Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young at 702-649-1176 and jaxlady@ hotmail.com . or lcompozr@aol.com. Spades. Meets Mondays at 6 p.m. Contact Sonja Bankston-Cullen at 310-612-3340 and mrssbc@gmail.com. Seniors Assisting Seniors. Seniors With Warm Hearts. Ukulele Strummers. Helps seniors with limited home needs & medical equipment. Hot line 702-981-3149. Helps disadvantaged children. Contact Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289. Meets Sundays in Craft Room 2. Beginners 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Advanced Beginners 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Contact Kevin Smith at 44 WWW.SUNCITYALIANTE.ORG | THE BREEZE 916-847-7422 and KHSNLV@gmail.com

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