COVID-19 Testing & Vaccines

COVID-19 Testing is available at Steve's Place 211 NC 127 Hickory, NC
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ALFA now offers rapid molecular tests with ID Now.  This test is highly accurate at detecting active infections, even before symptoms appear.  Results take up to 13 minutes.

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ALFA is able to provide community COVID-19 testing at no cost through donations and other funding.
Please support our services and ensure they remain available for our community members regardless of ability to pay by making a donation: Donate Now
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Testing Options at ALFA/Steve's Place:

Depending on your symptoms and/or known exposure:
  • ALFA can perform a rapid test for you and provide a results letter.
  • ALFA can perform a rapid molecular test and provide a results letter.

COVID-19 testing is conducted via self collection nasal swabs. ALFA staff will guide you through this process.  Results are usually available within 15 minutes. ALFA can provide a results letter to you at the time of testing or via email.

The availability of COVID-19 tests is subject to change due to supply and staffing issues.  


Other Rapid Testing Options:
  • ALFA is a community partner for rapid test distribution; you may request free test kits at Steve's Place or at our Morganton office located in BCUM.
  • Every household in the U.S. can order 3 rounds of 4 free tests from www.covidtests.gov/ . 
  • ​If you have health insurance you can get 8 free tests per household member per month.  You can find more information at: How to get your At-Home Over-The-Counter COVID-19 Test for Free

​Vaccines

Check ALFA's Facebook page for Vaccine Events

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