Vaccine Policy

At Health Care for Children, we believe that vaccines are one of the most important and effective ways to keep children safe and healthy. Decades of research have shown that vaccines prevent serious illness and save lives. At the same time, we understand that some parents may have questions or concerns. We welcome open, respectful conversations and encourage you to discuss any worries with your provider. While we strongly recommend following the immunization schedule from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), we will not turn away a family based on personal beliefs about immunizations. However, to protect the safety of all our patients, families who choose not to vaccinate may be asked to follow separate office policies and protocols.

• Vaccines are safe. Extensive research has shown they do not cause autism or other developmental disabilities.
• Vaccines work. They protect not only your child, but also the children and families in our community.
• Staying on schedule matters. Delaying or spreading out vaccines increases the risk of illness and does not follow expert medical recommendations.

For more information, please visit www.immunize.org/vis to read the Vaccine Information Statements (VIS) for each vaccine. We are also happy to provide printed copies in the office. Our commitment: We are dedicated to providing compassionate care for every child while maintaining a safe, healthy environment for all our families.