The Healthy Homes Coalition is a proud partner of the Get the Lead Out! program. More than 1,200 homes have had lead hazards abated through this financial assistance program. Click here to learn more.
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Our mission is to improve children's health and wellbeing by eliminating harmful housing conditions. We achieve that mission through policy and advocacy, outreach and education, direct services, and continuous collaboration.
The use of chemical pesticides is associated with eye, nose and throat irritation, skin rashes, nausea, and nerve damage.
By definition, an accidental injury is an injury that could have been prevented. While 100% of all home injuries cannot be prevented, many can.
Together, burns and scalds, falls, and poisonings are responsible for 86% of home injury deaths. The Healthy Homes Coalition helps families to be safe in their homes.
April 24th, 2014 - 3:30-5:00pm. Planning on making repairs to your pre-1978 home now or in the future? You are invited to a FREE class to learn how to keep your children safe while making repairs to your home. Where: Home Repair Services, 1100 South Division, Grand Rapids
The Healthy Homes Coalition has an opening for a Community Health Educator.
With Spring around the corner, remember that there are ways you can reduce chemical exposure in the home by cleaning with safe products. Household products like lemon, baking soda and vinegar can be used as safe alternatives to harsh chemicals. See this entry for more detailed green cleaning ideas.
