Healthy Homes

EHW’s historical work contributed to the creation of the 10 Principles of a Healthy Home used by Housing and Urban Development and the National Center for Healthy Housing. Specifically, EHW’s work inspired the first 7 principles. The EHW Healthy Homes Programming works to assess, develop a plan of action, and remediate homes in Cleveland.

Areas of Focus

Dry

Cleveland families should not live in damp environments encouraging exposure to mold, mildew that can trigger asthma and other respiratory conditions.

Clean

We believe in building community by educating and inspiring people to be advocates and protect themselves and each other from environmental threats.

Pest Free

Cleveland families should have proper education and access to services to exterminate pests in a healthy and safe manner.

Well-Ventilated

Cleveland families should have access to ventilated and fresh air to help reduce contaminants, supporting better indoor air quality and physical wellbeing.

Safe

Cleveland families should have the necessary education and tools for reducing fall, burn, and trip hazards, and reduce exposure to asthma and lead hazards.

Contaminate-Free

Our families should have access to homes free of chemicals and other hazardous material.

Maintained

Cleveland families are free to live in homes that are not deteriorating or dilapidated.

Thermally Controlled

Cleveland families should be able to have clean, affordable energy in their homes.

Accessible

Cleveland families should be able to live in homes that have advanced adjustments for every range in ability.

Affordable

Cleveland families have access to homes meeting all 9 healthy homes principles at a cost affordable to them without having to sacrifice the health of their homes and bodies.

Current Programs

Healthy Homes Assessment Services

Working with identified partners, we offer assessment services as a fee-for-service program in addition to subsidized visits for low-income residents.

Lead Safe Cuyahoga

Managed by the Cuyahoga County Board of Health, Lead Safe Cuyahoga enables eligible homeowners in targeted suburban areas to make changes in their homes to create a lead safe environment.

Lead Safe Resource Center

As the operational center of our community’s lead poisoning prevention efforts, the Lead Safe Resource Center provides outreach, education, and training.

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Stu Greenberg Legacy Project

EHW and partners will develop the Deep Green Double Model Block Pilot to scale our Deep Green and Healthy research project completed in 2015. We will expand the project to include backyard garden installations and community environmental stewardship education. Our mitigation strategy will address the intersection of climate, affordability, indoor air quality, home ownership, and energy efficiency.

Lead Safe Glenville

Offering a limited number of grants, Lead Safe Glenville assists homeowners in Cleveland’s Glenville neighborhood with home repair and lead hazard reduction projects.

Contact

Need help, have a question, or simply want to get involved? Submit the form below to speak with the team at EHW.