Sen Krueger's Town Hall: Healthy Homes 101

Sen Liz Krueger’s Virtual Town Hall: Healthy Homes 101

Do you see mold spreading in your kitchen? Pests in your bathroom? Want to know how to prevent these conditions from even happening or if they occur, to safely clean your home in a healthy way? Experts at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) spoke about the best way to keep your apartment safe, clean, and toxin-free. Additionally, a New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) attorney reviewed what conditions your landlord is legally responsible to address.

Speakers:
- Denise Johnson, Public Health Educator NYC DOHMH
- Tonya Hollingsworth, Public Health Educator, NYC DOHMH
- Joseph Schofield, Senior Staff Attorney, Legal Health,(NYLAG)

Presenters Powerpoints:

NYC Department of Health
- Report a building maintenance problem to your property owner. If not fixed in a timely manner, call 311
- NYCHA Maintenance Issues: Customer Contact Center, 718-707-7771
- National Pesticide Information Center 800-858-7378
- Housing Development Preservation (HPD), 212-863-6300
- NYC Department of Aging, 212-244-6469
- NYC Poison Center 212-POISONS (212-764-7667) or 800-222-1222

NYLAG