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Residents in targeted neighborhoods across Broome County can receive free home health and safety assessments through the Healthy Neighborhoods Program, according to a community announcement.
The Broome County Health Department is promoting the program, which is funded through the New York State Department of Health and uses a comprehensive healthy-homes approach to address environmental health and safety concerns linked to housing-related illnesses and injuries.
Trained staff conduct free in-home assessments focused on asthma, indoor air quality, childhood lead poisoning prevention and injury prevention. Eligible residents also may receive free safety supplies, educational materials and referrals intended to reduce health risks in their homes.
According to the New York State Department of Health, the program has helped residents statewide improve asthma outcomes, reduce costs and improve housing conditions.
From April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026, the Broome County Health Department served 132 county residents through the Healthy Neighborhoods Program. About 22% of participants received an optional follow-up visit three to six months after their initial assessment to evaluate progress, obtain additional support and improve asthma management when needed.
"The Healthy Neighborhoods Program helps residents identify health and safety concerns in their homes and provides practical resources to create safer, healthier living environments," Public Health Sanitarian Emily Polanish said.
Residents interested in scheduling a home visit or learning more about the program can complete the Healthy Neighborhoods Program referral form through the department's Healthy Homes webpage.
For additional information, residents can contact the Broome County Health Department at 607-778-2810 or email [email protected].
Information about the Healthy Homes program is available at https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/indoors/healthy_neighborhoods.
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This article originally appeared on Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin: Get a free home health assessment in Broome County
