Area Office on Aging offers answers to COVID-19 vaccine questions for those 65 and older Regina A. Russell, a registered nurse, says the vaccine is the best method for preventing transmission and contraction of the virus for the older population. Author: Roxanne Elias (WTOL) Updated: 12:42 AM EST January 13, 2021 TOLEDO, Ohio — Just a week from Tuesday, Ohioans age 80 and older can get the COVID-19 vaccine. Gov. Mike DeWine addressed the 65 and older population during his regular press briefings on Tuesday, acknowledging they may have questions. "I want to assure everybody 65 years of age and older is a priority, but it's going to take a while," said DeWine.