PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — The City of Portsmouth is launching an incentive program for residents over the age of 65 who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

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The Portsmouth Senior Care Incentive Initiative is to thank senior residents by giving them $100 gift cards for their participation in ending the spread of COVID-19.

Requirements for this incentive are:

  • proof of Portsmouth residency
  • COVID-19 vaccination card
  • state-issued identification card or license

Individuals must complete an application and bring it with the required items to the Portsmouth Sports Plex between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on one of the following program dates:

  • Monday, May 16
  • Tuesday, May 17
  • Wednesday, May 18
  • Monday, May 23
  • Tuesday, May 24
  • Wednesday, May 25
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Gift cards in the amount of $100 will be given to each qualified senior while supplies last.

For more information on the Portsmouth Senior Care Incentive and to access the application, visit www.portsmouthva.gov.