In an increasing number of states, seniors are already getting vaccinated or will be vaccinated soon. Follow your provider's recommendations about when to get the second dose. The second dose of the Pfizer vaccine is typically given after three weeks and the Moderna after four weeks. After the second dose, it probably takes another two or three weeks to develop the optimal degree of immune protection. The rate of community transmission is very high, so there is still going to be a chance of contracting coronavirus even after getting vaccinated.

Source: CNN January 10, 2021 09:00 UTC