Mission Statement
The mission of the Healthy Homes Coalition is to prioritize children's health and wellbeing by eliminating harmful housing conditions, beginning in Grand Rapids’ hardest hit neighborhoods.
Vision Statement
All children will grow up in healthy homes free of environmental hazards, accomplished through policy and advocacy, outreach and education, direct services, and continuous collaboration.
Values and Operating Principles
Environmental Justice - We will promote environmental justice and health equity in all of our actions.
Empowering Families - We will use a family-centered approach to promote housing environments where children thrive and achieve their highest potential.
Respect - We will provide services to all people in a culturally sensitive manner that respects dignity.
Integrity - We will be honest and above reproach in all our personal and professional relationships.
Did You Know...
In the U.S., asthma results in 1.8 million emergency room visits, 497,000 hospitalizations, and 4,000 deaths each year.
Resources
Healthy Homes to Provide Water Filters to Empower Families
The Healthy Homes Coalition is committed to reducing home environmental hazards in its many forms. One of the pillars of Healthy Homes Coalition’s outreach is to decrease lead exposure and poisoning in children. Lead poisoning can slow down growth and development, cause hearing and speech difficulties,...Healthy Homes Coalition is looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to help serve our community!
Healthy Housing Specialist - Starting at $17.50/hour
Intake Specialist - Starting at $17.50/hour
If you're interested, please send your resume and cover letter to:
hana@healthyhomescoalition.org