Mission Statement

The mission of the Healthy Homes Coalition is to improve children's health and well being by eliminating harmful housing conditions.

Vision Statement

All children will grow up in healthy homes free of environmental hazards, accomplished through policy impact, advocacy, outreach, direct services, and continuous collaboration.

Values and Operating Principles

Leadership - We will be the most trusted and respected resource in children's environmental health.

Health and Wellbeing - We will promote children's potential by ensuring their environmental safety.

Collaboration - We will continuously seek to expand our impact by working with others.

Respect - We will provide culturally sensitive services to all in a way that respects dignity.

Empowering Families - We will use a family-centered approach to provide tools, resources and knowledge to families.

Best Practice - We will use evidence-based and data-driven methods in all our services and efforts.

Integrity - We will be above reproach in all our personal and professional relationships.

Visibility - We will be first in mind for those seeking to improve children's environmental health.

Sustainability - We will continuously learn and be proactive in regards to people, planet, and profit. 

 

Did You Know...

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Resources

Healthy Homes Coalition Strategic Plan(2.7 MB)

Strategic Plan for 2014

News & Events:

[Event] EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting Certification Classes

The RPOA provides certified EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) training for landlords and contractors.

Dates for Upcoming Classes: 

Tuesday, June 17th from 8:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday, July 23rd from 8:00am-5:00pm
Thursday, August 21st from 8:00am-5:00pm

All classes are held at the Rental Property Owners Association at 1459 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

 

Cost for Get the Lead Out! Participants: $110.00
Cost for RPOA Members: $130.00
Cost for Non-Members: $150.00

To register, contact the Rental Property Owners Association at (616) 454-3385

 

 

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[Event] EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting Refresher Classes

The RPOA provides certified EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) training for landlords and contractors. Please note:This class is intended as a refresher course for those who have already received their EPA certification.

Dates for Upcoming Classes: 

Wednesday, January 14th from 8:00am-12:00pm
Wednesday, January 28th from 8:00am-12:00pm
Thursday, February 12th from 8:00am-12:00pm
Tuesday, February 17th from 8:00am-12:00pm
Thursday, March 5th from 8:00am-12:00pm
Thursday, March 12th from 8:00am-12:00pm
Wednesday, March 25th from 8:00am-12:00pm

Cost for RPOA Members and Get the Lead Out! Participants: $110.00
Costs for non-members: $125.00

All classes are held at the Rental Property Owners Association at 1459 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

To register call (616) 454-3385.

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Giving Thanks for Healthy Homes

There are many neighbors and parents like Grasiela who are thankful for the Healthy Homes Coalition this holiday season.  They are thankful for Healthy Homes, and we're thankful for our supporters.

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