Is your home making you sick?
Healthy Homes provides home repairs and enhancements for people whose health conditions are aggravated by their home environment.
Transform Your Living Space for Better Health
In partnership with Oregon Health Plan and Columbia Pacific CCO, we strive to minimize at-home health risks that lead to emergency room visits and chronic illnesses.
Healthy Homes specializes in providing necessary repairs and enhancements for individuals with respiratory illnesses, balance issues, or other health conditions exacerbated by their home environment.
Healthy Homes works to lower healthcare costs by mitigating at-home health risks and hazards. Non-medical interventions in the living environments of lower-income Oregonians, our program aims to alleviate the burden of ill-health on the most vulnerable and reduce its cost to Oregon taxpayers and the health system.
Common Improvements
Air Quality Improvements
Installation of air purification systems and enhanced ventilation to reduce triggers for respiratory conditions.
Mobility and Accessibility Enhancements
Installation of entry-way ramps, grab bars, and doorway widening for better mobility and accessibility.
Structural Repairs
Addressing structural issues like roof repair and wall repair to ensure a safe living environment.
Healthy Living Environment
Provision of new carpeting and clean bedding to reduce allergens and improve overall living conditions.
Are You Eligible for the Healthy Homes Program?
If you meet the following criteria, you may be eligible for home modifications at no cost to you.
You receive health insurance coverage through the Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
You experience a health-related symptom you feel is worsened by a condition that exists in your home
You either own or rent your home
You reside in Clatsop, Columbia, or Tillamook counties.
Tailored Solutions
Each home is unique, and so are its needs. Our team works closely with residents to identify and implement the most effective solutions for their specific circumstances.
Air Quality Improvements: Installation of air purification systems, enhanced ventilation, mold and mildew abatement.
Reducing Allergen Triggers: Removal of carpets prone to harboring allergens, installation of hypoallergenic flooring.
Lead Abatement: Removing lead-based paint or plumbing in older homes, especially important in residences built before 1978.
Radon Exposure and Abatement: Installing radon mitigation systems in areas with known radon presence to reduce the risk of lung cancer.
Climate Control: Installing efficient heating and cooling systems to maintain a stable indoor temperature.
Safety Modifications: Adding grab bars, ramps, non-slip flooring, and adequate lighting to prevent falls.
Smoke Filtration Systems: Especially important in areas prone to wildfires or with high levels of air pollution.
Ventilation Upgrades: To reduce indoor air pollutants and improve overall air quality.
Fire Resistance Improvements: Installing fire-resistant materials, smoke detectors, and safe electrical systems.
Seismic Resiliency: Structural reinforcements to protect against earthquake damage.
Electrical Upgrades: Updating old or faulty electrical systems to prevent hazards like electric shocks or fires.
By addressing these specific health issues with targeted home improvements, the Healthy Homes Program aims to create safer, healthier living environments that can have a profound impact on the well-being of residents, particularly those with existing health vulnerabilities. These interventions not only improve immediate living conditions but also contribute to long-term health outcomes by reducing the risk of disease exacerbation and injury.
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