Childhood Lead Action Project
Address
1192 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02909
(401) 785-1310
Description:
Works to eliminate childhood lead poisoning through education, parent support and advocacy. The project coordinates the Get the Lead Out Coalition (GLOC), a membership organization of environmental, housing, health, social service providers and advocates promoting public policy changes. The project staffs OPAL (Organized Parents Against Lead)-parents working together to push for better programs and services to protect children from lead. The project has also implemented a range of community based education initiatives to promote public awareness of lead poisoning, including contracts with the cities of Providence and East Providence.
Services
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Description
LeadSafe Homes Program was developed to help eliminate the dangers of lead in the property. Funds are available to properties built before 1978, properties with pregnant women and children under the age of six, and home-based daycares or foster homes that may contain lead paint. There are no out of pocket expenses or monthly payments. Funds are grants/loans and loans are forgiven after 5 years for owner-occupied properties and 10 years for rental properties. Improvements may include new windows and doors, interior and exterior painting and lead safe yards and play areas.
Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00AM-5:00PM
Eligibility
Homeowners & Landlords with properties built before 1978
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or download application materials at www.rhodeislandhousing.org
Service Area
Providence
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
- Providence County
- Providence
- Providence County
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Contact
Telephone Numbers
General Information
Hours:
Mon-Fri 9:00AM-5:00PM
Intake Process:
Register for courses online.
Program Fees:
Training fees vary by course.
Languages:
Spanish
Eligibility:
Training programs available for parents, community leaders, service providers, property managers and contractors.
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
March 9, 2022
Volunteer Opportunities:
Contact Laura Brion, Executive Director, to learn how to get involved.
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Year Incorporated:
1992
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Description
LeadSafe Homes Program was developed to help eliminate the dangers of lead in the property. Funds are available to properties built before 1978, properties with pregnant women and children under the age of six, and home-based daycares or foster homes that may contain lead paint. There are no out of pocket expenses or monthly payments. Funds are grants/loans and loans are forgiven after 5 years for owner-occupied properties and 10 years for rental properties. Improvements may include new windows and doors, interior and exterior painting and lead safe yards and play areas.
Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00AM-5:00PM
Eligibility
Homeowners & Landlords with properties built before 1978
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or download application materials at www.rhodeislandhousing.org
Service Area
Providence
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
- Providence County
- Providence
- Providence County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
1192 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02909
Mailing
1192 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02909
Contacts
Laura Brion
General Email
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(401) 785-1310
Fax
(401) 941-8156
Toll Free
(888) 234-3337
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