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HEALTHY HOMES PARTNERSHIP FINAL REPORT

FOR FY 2014 – 2015 GRANT FUNDING

PERIOD OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2014 – NOVEMBER 30, 2015

SUBMITTED BY:

MICHAEL E GOLDSCHMIDT, AIA LEED BD+C

NATIONAL DIRECTOR – HEALTHY HOMES PARTNERSHIP

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: The Healthy Homes Partnership is supported with funding from the U.S. Department of

Housing and Urban Development Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes, 451 7th Street SW,

Washington, DC 20410

The Healthy Homes Partnership

For the grant period of September 1, 2015 – February 29, 2016, eight states participated directly in the

project, funded through an interagency grant from the HUD Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy

Homes and USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). Each state used the grant to fund

healthy homes projects within their state and region, while also contributing to projects nationally.

Through this project, these states were able to support a national HHP website, various social media

sites, webinars, a smartphone app, and this newsletter. These same states are also continuing to provide

similar programming and education opportunities this year.

USDA‐NIFA collaborates with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on the

Healthy Homes Initiative (HHI) to support research, education, and extension programs that increase

home health and safety, improve family health, and build stronger communities. Since 1999, the HHI has

addressed multiple housing related problems that affect the health of children and families. This

cooperation resulted in funding to the University of Missouri for the Healthy Homes Partnership

involving numerous states delivering educational programs through the Land‐Grant University System.

These efforts have mobilized individual actions and improved environmental decision‐making skills

among millions of consumers. For more information, visit Housing and Urban Development Healthy

Homes Program .

During the year, the HHP programs in the eight states and nationally reached over 270,000 consumers

directly through personal consultations, exhibits and displays, trainings and workshops, and visits to

websites and social media. This is in addition to many news articles, radio spots, and other traditional

media used by the states for a total of 2,010,455 indirect and direct contacts.

Throughout the year, the HHP was able to train and educate 2670 professionals such as health care and

child care providers and extension educators about healthy homes issues. Each state was also

responsible for coordinating state‐wide healthy homes coalitions, comprised of state leaders in healthy

homes issues and programs. These eight states created a total of over 386 partnerships in these

coalitions. These coalitions have begun to discuss how they can all work together and coordinate their

activities in the future.

During the grant period, the HHP has been updating the consumer guide “Help Yourself to a Healthy

Home”. The final product will be separated into two products: a short consumer guide, and a longer

stakeholder guide. Both will be renamed “Everyone Deserves a Safe and Healthy Home” and will be

available to the public in June, 2016. The HHP has also been assisting HUD’s Office of Lead Hazard

Control and Healthy Homes with the development of a new consumer smartphone app.

The HHP presented this program at the NEAFCS conference in Roanoke, Virginia, in November of 2015.

The HHP will be presenting the program, including activities and outcomes at the NEHA/HUD healthy

Homes Conference in San Antonio, TX, June 13‐16, 2016.

Michael Goldschmidt, National Director ‐ Healthy Homes Partnership

Highlights of the Program (September 1, 2014 to November 30, 2015) The following eight university extension and outreach programs were awarded a total of $144,000 in funding ($18,000 per state) for the Healthy Homes Partnership through a competitive process for the September 1, 2014 to November 30, 2015 funding period: Alaska, Connecticut, Georgia, Louisiana, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, and Tennessee. Consumer, professional, and vocation contacts from activities and events reported for the funding period from all state programs: 9,590 Attendees at Trainings, Workshops, and Presentations 22,168 Attendees at Displays and Exhibits at Conferences and Shows 1,736,468 Circulation numbers of News articles, TV programs and Radio spots 1,494 Circulation copies of e‐Newsletters and Direct Mail 851 Direct client contacts (home visit, telephone, etc.) 236,673 Visits to Website and Social Media

2,007,244 Total consumer, professional, and vocation contacts Number of publications, presentations, guides, evaluations, and applications reported for the funding period for all state programs:

2 Peer‐review journal articles and abstracts 33 Extension and outreach publications and guides 53 PowerPoint presentations and videos 2 Mobile and web applications 12 Evaluations and surveys

102 Total publications, presentations, guides, evaluations, and applications Partnerships and grant funding reported for the funding period for all state programs:

386 Advisory boards, partner organizations and agencies and other Healthy Homes groups 9 Supplemental grant funded for program activities In addition to the above impacts, the national Healthy Homes Partnership has established the following online and social media locations:

Healthy Homes Partnership Website

Healthy Homes Partnership Facebook Page

Healthy Homes Partnership Pinterest Page

Healthy Homes Partnership Twitter Page

The Healthy Homes Partnership Program Leadership Team

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beverly C. Samuel National Program Leader – Healthy Homes Partnership Division of Family and Consumer Sciences Institute of Youth, Family, and Community 800 9th Street SW Waterfront Center, Room 4427 Washington, DC 20024 202‐720‐6059 [email protected] U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Clyde “Kitt” Rodkey, Public Affairs Specialist 451 7th Street SW Washington, DC 20410

202‐402‐2096 [email protected] UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI EXTENSION Michael E. Goldschmidt, AIA Architect LEED AP BD+C National Program Director – Healthy Homes Partnership 142B Stanley University of Missouri Columbia MO 65211 v: 573‐884‐0905 f: 573‐884‐6679 [email protected]

Dr. Kandace Fisher‐Mclean National Program Coordinator – Healthy Homes Partnership University of Missouri Extension 10650 Gateway Blvd Creve Coeur, MO 63132 314‐400‐7657 [email protected]

Thomas Pitchford National Healthy Homes Partnership ‐ Fiscal 326 Gwynn Hall University of Missouri Columbia, MO 65211 573‐882‐0636 [email protected]

Partnerships Federal, state, and community partnerships have been a key part of the Healthy Homes Partnership mission and a vital component of extension programming.

As a key deliverable of the current grants, each state was encouraged to develop a statewide Healthy Homes State Coalition/Advisory Board. The purpose of these Boards is to identify and collaborate with partners on issues dealing with healthy homes within each state.

Healthy Homes Partnership State Extension Contacts ALASKA Art Nash Cooperative Extension Service PO Box 756180 Fairbanks, AK 99775 907‐474‐6366 [email protected] CONNECTICUT Mary Ellen Welch New London County Extension Center 562 New London Turnpike Norwich, CT 06360 860‐885‐2829 [email protected] GEORGIA Pamela Turner, PhD 224 Hoke Smith Annex University of Georgia Athens, GA 30602 706‐542‐9165 [email protected] LOUISIANA Claudette Reichel, PhD LaHouse Resource Center 2858 Gourrier Ave. Baton Rouge, LA 70820 225‐578‐2378 [email protected] MISSOURI Rebecca Blocker 1 W. Liberty, Suite 101 Farmington, MO 63640 573‐756‐4539 [email protected]

MONTANA Barbara Allen Montana State University Extension PO Box 173580 Bozeman, MT 59717 406‐994‐3531 [email protected]

OKLAHOMA Gina Peek, PhD Oklahoma State University 443 Human Sciences Stillwater, OK 74078 405‐744‐9521 [email protected] TENNESSEE Martha Keel, PhD 119 Morgan Hall 2621 Morgan Circle Knoxville, TN 37996 865‐974‐7357 [email protected]

The Healthy Homes Partnership Resources and On-Line Outreach During this fiscal year, the Healthy Homes Partnership grant funding continues to be crucial in supporting statewide and regional program activities including training of extension and housing agency specialists, client assistance, and general education outreach efforts. This year, the partnership set additional goals for the program to strengthen the program mission at the national level and expand outreach. These additional goals include:

A Comprehensive Approach to Healthy Homes Information

Simplifying Locations for Online Information

Widening the Audience

Promotion of Long‐Term Healthy Homes Impacts

Maintaining Strong State Advisory Boards

Consistency of Message and Brand

The tools used by the program at the national level and in each state assists in strengthening the goals. These tools include:

Healthy Homes Solutions Toolkit

Help Yourself to a Healthy Home

NIFA Healthy Homes Website

HUD OLHCHH Website

Healthy Homes Partnership Listserv

Each state funded in this cycle selected a method of supporting and strengthening national outreach opportunities, as follows:

Georgia: Social Media

Louisiana: e‐Newsletter

Oklahoma: Mobile App

Tennessee: Webinars

Alaska: Webinars

Montana: Website

Connecticut: Social Media

Missouri: Website

The national Healthy Homes Partnership has established the following online and social media locations:

Healthy Homes Partnership Website

Healthy Homes Partnership Facebook Page

Healthy Homes Partnership Pinterest Page

Healthy Homes Partnership Twitter Page

Success stories and highlights for the reporting period:

“I am excited to integrate healthy homes into our annual home inspections and create a pre‐occupancy

healthy home education program.” Albuquerque, NM

“Great resources…I took away a lot of good information, not only to my work, but family and friends.”

Bismarck, ND

“Now that we have the information and tools, we plan to create a healthy home education program with

local Head Start families.” Ada, OK

At a healthy homes program in New Haven, CT (HUD Housing (similar to condominium units)), half the

parents had at least one child with Asthma. The programs focused on maintaining a home that

will support healthy homes principles

“This has been very helpful to me. I have children with Asthma. The information has given me ideas on

how I can make my home better for my kids.” Connecticut

“I tried some of the things you suggested.” (at a previous program). The parent implemented some of the

recommended strategies. Connecticut

“We held a LaHouse Fall Saturday Open House focused on healthy homes last Nov. I recall a man with

severe allergies had planned to move to Arizona for relief but said that with what he learned that day

about moisture and allergen control, he may be able to stay home in La. Which is what he really wanted if

possible” Baton Rouge, LA

"I’m so happy to learn how to deal with the stuffed toys and things we can’t wash." Missouri

"I had no idea all the things I can do to make a difference in controlling asthma attacks." Missouri

"This was just wonderful information, thank you so much, just excellent” Missouri

“I can’t believe we have millions of those dust mites in our beds and pillows, I’m just getting covers for

everything and going to wash all the bedding more often" Missouri

“This (Radon gas) is something I’m going to ask my realtor about to see if the home has been tested. Why

isn’t anybody telling us about this? If it is killing people and can be easily checked and fixed, we need to

know” Missouri

“This was really a great program. Thank you. Even learning about rats and cockroaches and lead was

interesting. I learned I have a lot to do to try to keep up with everything that could be making my kids sick”

Missouri

“Learning how dangerous the lead dust is coming blowing off the chat hills makes me wish we could move. I think well be washing hands more and trying to keep the place cleaned up better” Missouri

“I learned it’s not really a cockroach that is harmful for asthma children but the legs or feces of the bug”

Missouri

2014-2015 Healthy Homes Partnership

Summary of State Impacts, Programs and Activities

PERIOD OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2014 – NOVEMBER 30, 2015

FINAL REPORT FY 2014 ‐ 2015

Beginning Date: September 1, 2014

Ending Date: November 30, 2015

The Healthy Homes Partnership

In 1998, Congress appropriated funds to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Healthy

Homes Initiative (HHI). One of HHI’s initiatives is to provide education and outreach programs. HUD’s Office of Lead Hazard Control

and Healthy Homes delivers outreach educational programs through an inter‐agency partnership with the United States Department

of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). This partnership uses the extensive network of Cooperative

Extension System educators at land‐grant universities throughout the country.

The Healthy Homes Partnership (HHP) was created and launched in March 2000 to deliver—via the HUD‐USDA partnership—a public

outreach education program that addresses housing deficiencies and risks associated with childhood diseases and injuries. The HHP

was coordinated from 2000‐2005 by the University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension, from 2006‐2014 by Cooperative Extension

at Auburn University, and from 2014‐2016 by the University of Missouri Extension. Sub‐grants are created from the HUD fund to

participating land‐grant universities (LGU). Cooperative Extension educators at the LGUs use these funds to develop educational

materials and conduct training and other outreach activities on healthy homes issues.

Healthy Homes Partnership Leadership Team

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Clyde “Kitt” Rodkey Public Affairs Specialist 451 7th Street SW Washington, DC 20410 Phone: 202‐402‐2096 Email: [email protected]

United States Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beverly C. Samuel National Program Leader, Housing and Environmental Health Division of Family and Consumer Sciences 800 9th Street SW Waterfront Center, Room 4427 Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 720‐6059 Email: [email protected]

University of Missouri Extension Michael E. Goldschmidt, AIA Architect LEED AP BD+C National Program Director – Healthy Homes Partnership University of Missouri 142B Stanley Columbia, MO 65211 Phone: 573‐884‐0905 Email: [email protected]

University of Missouri Extension Kandace L. Fisher – McLean, Ph.D., H.H.S National Program Coordinator – Healthy Homes Partnership University of Missouri – Extension 10650 Gateway Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63132 Phone: 314‐400‐7657 Email: [email protected]

Healthy Homes Partnership State Extension Contacts 2014‐2015

The following 8 Land Grant Universities were awarded Healthy Homes Partnership funding through a competitive process for

September 1, 2014 to November 30, 2015:

Alaska Art Nash University of Alaska Fairbanks 308 Tanana Drive P.O. Box 756180 Fairbanks, AK 99775‐6180 Phone: 907‐474‐6366 Email: [email protected]

Connecticut Mary Ellen Welch University of Connecticut 562 New London Turnpike Norwich, CT 06360‐6599 Phone: 860‐885‐2829 Email: [email protected]

GeorgiaPamela R. Turner, Ph.D. University of Georgia 224 Hoke Smith Annex Athens, GA 30602 Phone: 706‐542‐9165 Email: [email protected]

Louisiana Claudette Hanks Reichel, Ed.D. Louisiana State University 2858 Gourrier Ave. Baton Rouge, LA 70820 Phone: 225‐578‐2378 Email: [email protected]

Missouri Marsha G. Alexander, M.S., H.H.S. University of Missouri Extension 105 E. 5th Street, Suite 200 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: 816‐482‐5850 Email: [email protected]

Montana Barbara Allen Montana State University Extension P.O. Box 173580 Bozeman, MT 59717‐3580 Phone: 406‐994‐3531 Email: [email protected]

Oklahoma Gina Gould Peek, Ph.D. Oklahoma State University 443 Human Sciences Stillwater, OK 74078 Phone: 405.744.9521 E‐mail: [email protected]

TennesseeMartha Keel, Ph.D. The University of Tennessee Extension 218 Morgan Hall, 2621 Morgan Circle Knoxville, TN 37996 Phone: 865‐974‐8197 Email: [email protected]

Partnerships

Federal, state, and community partnerships are a key component of the Healthy Homes Partnership mission and throughout national extension programming. Over 386 partnerships have been formed by the 8 sub‐grant recipients throughout their individual states.

Each state sub‐grant recipient was tasked with certain key deliverables to assist in successfully shaping the mission of the Healthy

Homes Partnership. One overarching goal was for each sub‐grant partner to develop a statewide Healthy Homes Advisory Board.

The purpose of these Advisory Boards are to bring together community partners to identify and collaborate on behalf of healthy

homes issues in each state.

State Advisory Board Organization Members

Alaska University of Alaska Fairbanks ‐ Construction Technology Trades program

Environmental Health Specialist ‐ Tanana Chiefs Conference

ABC Construction

Cold Climate Housing Research Center

Snugabode

Alaska Housing Finance Corporation

University of Alaska Southeast Construction Trade program

Connecticut University of Connecticut ‐ Family & Consumer Science/Residential Water Quality

University of Connecticut ‐ Healthy Environments for Children Initiative

University of Connecticut – Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Connecticut Department of Public Health ‐ Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control

Connecticut Children’s Healthy Homes Program

Safe Kids Connecticut ‐ Injury Prevention Center

Quinnipiac Terrace ‐ Elm City Communities

Connecticut Department of Public Health ‐ Lead/Radon/Healthy Homes

Georgia SupAid Community Resources, Inc.

Georgia Department of Public Health – Georgia Healthy Homes

Houston County Habitat for Humanity

AT & T Pioneers

(2) Housing and Urban Development – Healthy Homes Representative

Family Connection

(3) University of Georgia Athens – Family and Consumer Science

Georgia Department of Public Health ‐ Regional Healthy Homes Coordinator

Americus‐Sumter Fuller Center

Georgia Department of Public Health – Tobacco Use Prevention Program

Environmental Protection Agency ‐ Office of Environmental Justice & Sustainability

United States Department of Agriculture

Environmental Protection Agency ‐ Children's Environmental Health

Missouri Central Missouri Community Action University of Missouri ‐ State Extension Council Midwest State Americans for Non‐Smokers Rights

Center of Environmental Health at Children’s Mercy Hospital

Bureau of Environmental Epidemiology ‐ Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

Habitat for Humanity

Montana Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services ‐ Asthma Control Program

Fort Peck Tribes ‐ Health Promotion/Disease Prevention Wellness Program

Rutgers University

Louisiana Global Green USA – New Orleans

Louisiana Asthma Collaborative ‐ Institute of Public Health

Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals – Office of Public Health/Section of Environmental Epidemiology and

Toxicology/Environmental Public Health Tracking

Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals – Bureau of Family Health

(2) Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals – Louisiana Healthy Homes and Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention

Program

(3) Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals – Office of Public Health/Section of Environmental Epidemiology and

Toxicology

Louisiana State University AgCenter – Building Science Educator

Louisiana State University AgCenter – Graduate Assistant

Louisiana State University AgCenter – Orleans Parish Family and Consumer Sciences

University of Missouri Extension

Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center

Louisiana State University AgCenter – Healthy Homes Educator

Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center Community Asthma Management program

Xavier University

Oklahoma Housing Authority of the City of Muskogee

U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development Oklahoma City Field Office Oklahoma State University: Pottawatomie County Extension Service

Family & Consumer Science Program Specialist – Oklahoma State University: NE District

Oklahoma State Department of Health Program ‐ Healthy Homes & Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program & Adult

Blood Lead Epidemiology and Surveillance Program

Family & Consumer Science Program Specialist – Oklahoma State University: SE District

Tennessee (2) Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation

University of Tennessee Extension (Anderson County)

University of Tennessee Extension (Tipton County)

University of Tennessee Department of Public Health

Institute for Health Law and Policy Cecil Humphreys School of Law

Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth

Knox County Health Department ‐ TENNder Care

Tennessee Department of Health (Environmental)

Safeways

Rural Health Association of Tennessee

University of Tennessee Extension Environmental Health & Housing

Knox County Development Corporation

Tennessee Housing Development Agency

Lebonheur Community Health & Well‐Being

University of Tennessee Department of Public Health (Master of Public Program)

University of Tennessee Extension (Putnam County)

University of Tennessee College of Social Work

Tennessee Housing Development Agency

City Code Enforcement (Memphis)

University of Tennessee Extension (Entomology & Plant Pathology)

Tennessee Division of Environmental and Conservation/Department of Energy Division of Remediation

Healthy Homes Partnership Key Deliverables

States were tasked with individual key deliverables to support the mission of the Healthy Homes Partnership in addition to their

other day to day state healthy homes programs and initiatives.

Alaska Project Objective: Implement healthy homes educational programs to Extension services in sparsely populated, northern clime

states. Coordinate efforts in delivering the Healthy Home Solutions (toolkit) and develop webinars.

Outcome: Three 2‐hour Healthy Home Solutions Webinars were created.

Webinar #1: Allergies/Asthma and Household Hazardous Wastes

o The University of Alaska Fairbanks' Blackboard Collaborate Platform was utilized. Presentations and video segments

were uploaded and the chat option was utilized for participant input.

o As with the other two following sessions, raw recordings were made, which are being refined for website posting.

Webinar #2: Home Safety

o There was a focus on landscaping, ramp considerations, measurements for entryways, and bathroom design. The

bathroom is an area where most falls take place. Entryways are especially dangerous in icy and wet conditions.

o Other common safety themes were looked at with children often in mind ‐ home gun safety, drowning, lead, etc.

Webinar #3: Indoor Air Quality

Connecticut/Georgia Project Objective: Develop, launch and maintain social media and integrate content from the Healthy Homes Solutions Toolkit and HUD/USDA‐NIFA based Healthy Homes materials. Social media will include but not be limited to Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and You Tube. Social media will be linked to the national Healthy Homes Partnership website. Outcome: Online Outreach for Healthy Homes Partnership

The University of Connecticut Extension and the University of Georgia Athens have partnered to maintain the social media

sites for the National Healthy Home Partnership. These social media posts reflect research and topics related to health and

housing. Currently, there are 201 likes on Facebook, 144 tweets and 24 followers on Twitter, and 19 Pinterest boards with

503 pins and 23 followers. The University of Georgia Athens healthy homes website links to these sites as well.

(www.georgiahealthyhousing.org).

In addition to these social media sites, the University of Georgia continues to post relevant information on their GreenWay

(www.ugagreenway.org) social media sites. Social media on University of Georgia Athens GreenWay increases awareness

about healthy housing. In 2015, they added two videos (Radon testing and Energy saving tips for renters) to their YouTube

channel; four new blogs related to healthy housing; several new Pinterest boards; and hundreds of related Facebook Posts

and Tweets. There are 559 likes on Facebook, 665 Twitter followers, 1,922 visitors to the Wordpress Blog, 871 followers on

Pinterest, and 2,057 YouTube views.

Louisiana Project Objective: Establish a communication network within the sub‐grantee states/regions through a monthly e‐newsletter, and maintain a state/regional and national Healthy Homes listserv addressing comprehensive Healthy Homes information. Outcome: Six Healthy Homes Highlights Newsletters were created during 2015

The Healthy Home Highlights Newsletter is a mobile‐friendly electronic resource and technical update for Healthy Homes

Partnership educators and collaborators nationwide. Each newsletter includes: Director’s Update, HUD and NIFA Happenings,

State Healthy Homes Partnership Stories, a Topic of the Month update, Social Snacks, News, Resources for Reaching and

Teaching, and Upcoming Events – with heavy inclusion of images and brief, interesting articles and news. Six issues were

published in the project year, with a special focus on the topics: Indoor Air Quality, Mold and Moisture Control, Asthma,

Integrated Pest Management, Lead, Radon, and Carbon Monoxide. Very positive feedback and appreciation has been

received from readers.

Missouri Project Objectives: The University of Missouri Extension faculty developed a series of educational displays/posters that can be used alone or in conjunction with an educational class to support the Healthy Home Solutions Toolkit. Outcome: Nine educational posters were developed covering 8 topic areas: energy efficiency, carbon monoxide, asthma and allergies, indoor air quality, mold and moisture, pest management, hazardous household products, and home safety.

Montana/Missouri Project Objectives: Montana worked to assemble and track the distribution of the Healthy Home Solutions Toolkit. Montana also provided oversight and guidance involving the National Healthy Homes Partnership online program tracking system/database. Montana State University partnered with the University of Missouri Extension to develop, launch, and maintain the national Healthy Homes Partnership website. This website and all social media applications will be linked together. Outcome: Montana State University and the University of Missouri Extension worked in partnership to begin restructuring the national Healthy Homes Partnership website ‐ www.extensionhealthyhomes.org. This website provides easy access to consumer‐friendly healthy homes materials and resources. This website will also quickly provide Extension professionals with access to healthy homes materials and resources quickly and efficiently. New features and resources are continuously being added to the website:

Healthy Homes Educators tab: drop‐down menu for newsletters, webinars, etc.

Consumer Resources tab.

Episodes from WxTV (a national weatherization training show developed in 2010 by the Montana Weatherization Training Center), expert advice, how‐to techniques, innovation.

Comprehensive listing of Healthy Homes Partnership support organizations.

Consumer‐friendly Healthy Homes information.

Tracking tab: Database limited to Healthy Homes Partnership and password protected to ensure the integrity of PowerPoint lessons remains intact.

Oklahoma Project Objectives: To develop an app to serve as a tool to reduce housing deficiencies and risks associated with childhood diseases and injuries (Healthy Homes Smartphone App). Outcome: The Healthy Homes Smartphone App is currently in development and will serve as the stakeholder version of the revised publication, "Help Yourself to a Healthy Home.” The app will reflect the new title, “Everyone Deserves a Healthy Home.” The content for one chapter has been provided, and app developers are beginning the creative process, which includes a storyboard and design. The app will be further developed as content is finalized.

Tennessee Project Objectives: Develop a minimum of four, 2‐hour webinars for state/regional advisory boards and other interested parties

addressing comprehensive approaches to Healthy Homes using the Healthy Home Solutions Toolkit.

Outcome: Healthy Homes Webinars

Three healthy homes webinars were conducted.

o Webinar #1: Mold & Moisture

o Webinar #2: Pests & Pesticides

o Webinar #3: From Lead Poisoning Prevention to Healthy Homes and Energy Efficiency.

Ninety‐five participants were from 11 different states and represented extension education, public health, healthcare, public

housing, environmental and conservation groups, and various non‐profits.

The webinars are now available on YouTube

o Mold and Moisture Control Webinar ‐ https://youtu.be/fbbxQxF8ZnM

o Pests and Pesticides Webinar ‐ https://youtu.be/j0zyhazYyLI

o Lead Poisoning Prevention Webinar ‐ https://youtu.be/KHxqJqlaPNw

Healthy Homes Partnership Program Highlights

In addition to each of the state sub‐grant partner’s advisory boards and other key deliverables to support the Healthy Homes

Partnership, they are also continuously conducting other various exceptional healthy homes programming throughout their states.

Alaska – Environmental Protection Agency – State Indoor Radon Grant For the past 25 years, Alaska Cooperative Extension Services has been the recipient of a State Indoor Radon Grant (SIRG) through the

Environmental Protection Agency. The goal of the State Indoor Radon grant is to “minimize and prevent lung cancer related to radon

exposure (EPA, 2015).”

The strategic goals of the State Indoor Radon grants include:

Building new homes with radon reducing features,

Having existing homes tested for radon and fixed,

Building new schools with radon reducing features,

Having existing schools tests for radon and fixed.

Projects and activities that support the above strategic goals are carried out by:

Consumers

Real estate professionals

State and local building code officials

School officials

Non‐profit public health organizations

Professional organizations

Partnerships. (EPA, 2015)

Through the 2015 State Indoor Radon Grant, Alaska has been able to provide:

Contractor radon education to 20 environmental health professionals at the 2015 International Environmental Health

Symposium

Education about radon in schools to 32 participants at the 2015 International Radon Symposium

Prep for radon action month, testing, and work with school districts regarding indoor air quality and radon

Classroom education related to indoor air quality and radon

State fair informational booths related to indoor air quality and radon

Radon testing kits for purchase through local Alaska Extension offices with information about testing your home.

Connecticut – Extension Day at Mystic Aquarium Mystic Aquarium is located in Mystic, Connecticut. The mission of Mystic

Aquarium “is to inspire people to care for and protect the ocean planet

through conservation, education, and research (Mystic Aquarium, 2015).” On

Saturday, November 14th, 2015 University of Connecticut participated in

Extension Day at Mystic Aquarium. Two‐hundred and forty‐eight youth and

adults learned about the Healthy Homes Partnership through an interactive

exhibit. They also participated in a hands on activity to learn more about the

spread of germs and the importance of handwashing.

Connecticut – Healthy Homes Partnership at Major Utility Employee Health Fair University of Connecticut faculty shared information on the Healthy Homes

Partnership at an employee Health Fair for Eversource (a multistate utility

company). They had an interactive exhibit and flyers on many healthy homes

subjects. Participants had the opportunity to see the YouTube video “Suzie

and Jerome Learn about a Healthy Home”, resulting in an additional 96 views.

Sixty‐three more people also requested the “House Smart: Solutions for

Managing Clutter Guide.”

House Smart: Solutions for Managing Clutter

https://files.acrobat.com/a/preview/f2264fa2‐ff9e‐4a14‐bd27‐06bb0145fd2e

Suzie and Jerome Learn about a Healthy Home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48XQ6glxQGM

Georgia – Radon Testing in Water Radon is an important component of the Georgia Healthy Housing outreach

(www.ugaradon.org). In the past year they had several radon initiatives. They

became aware of problems with radon in water in 2013 and after several years

of working with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Georgia

Department of Community Affairs, they were able to purchase a Liquid

Scintillator. The instrument will be used by the UGA Agricultural and

Environmental Services Laboratories (AESL) to accept water samples and test

for radon. Working together, they trained 29 Extension Agents, radon

mitigators, and home inspectors, increased awareness throughout Georgia,

and developed a new publication on radon in water. They also coordinated

training for a local county that recently passed a Radon Resistant New Construction (RRNC) requirement for new homes. They are

seeing an increase in radon awareness, testing and mitigation in Georgia. In 2015 UGA distributed over 900 test kits and 633 people

tested their homes.

Georgia – Green Cleaning Classes To encourage people to clean their homes, UGA Extension Agents have been

offering green cleaning classes. In 2015, they taught 83 people about the links

between a clean house and health. In several of the classes people paid a small

fee to attend. The fee covered the cost of the ingredients used to make green

cleaning products that they could take home at the end of the class. The green

cleaning recipes were translated into Spanish and have been used for programs

with Spanish speaking audiences.

Louisiana – Healthy Homes Solutions Toolkit Training Louisiana trained more than 100 Extension educators and collaborators in Louisiana and Mississippi on the Healthy Homes Solutions Toolkit curriculum. They also assembled 100 fully stocked Toolkits and other resources

which were distributed to the trained agents to facilitate their future utilization of the curriculum. Participants of the program received a Healthy Homes Solutions Toolkit, USB drive with Healthy Homes Solutions resources, and Help Yourself to a Healthy Home Booklets. For those who participated in the program at the LaHouse Resource Center, they received a technical tour of healthy homes features at LaHouse, flip chart teaching kits on Indoor Air Quality and Lead, and an action plan was developed for healthy homes outreach.

Missouri – Rent Smart Program Overview: First developed and implemented more than twelve years ago in the greater Kansas City metropolitan area,

including Jackson, Platte, and Clay counties; Rent Smart has grown to be a leading, statewide University of Missouri Extension

housing program.

Rent Smart is a comprehensive program developed to assist individuals and families who are likely to have difficulty obtaining and

keeping rental housing. Landlord‐tenant laws are specific to each state. Based on the Missouri Landlord Tenant Law, Rent Smart

program resources have reached more than 5,000 families in metropolitan Kansas City since 2004, 500 individuals and families in the

northwest region in the past year and 250 families in the west central Region with landlord tenant information. Additional programs

with youth in the urban region of St. Louis and residents of homeless shelters in the southeast region also benefited from the Rent

Smart‐ Healthy Homes information.

Methods: Audiences were reached in a variety of ways. The audiences for Rent Smart tend to be primarily adult renters who have

had previous problems in the rental market. To prevent future potential problems, it is essential to educate soon‐to‐be renters on

what to avoid in the rental units.

Some contacts were in response to a need while others were through meeting with focus groups in each county.

MU Extension Housing and Environmental Design Specialists offer the Rent Smart – Healthy Housing programming to a variety of

groups such as:

• Hillcrest Ministries of Eastern Jackson County and Platte County offering homeless families, singles and youth safe, caring,

supportive housing, allowing them to move from homelessness to self‐sufficiency.

• Focus groups concerned about quality and condition of significant rental housing stock in rural areas.

• Youth aging out of the foster system successfully transitioning to independent living.

• Transitional Housing Shelters for the homeless.

• International graduate students seeking off‐campus rental housing.

• Salvation Army

• Community Action Agencies

Innovations/Lessons: Rent Smart programming is the perfect opportunity for housing specialists to utilize Healthy Homes resources.

Utilizing these resources, the program addresses:

• Safe and healthy living environments

• Specific information on effective strategies when searching for rental units that will provide clean, safe and healthy housing.

• Strategies to avoid issues such as mold, poor ventilation, bug and rodent problems, indoor air quality and health and

sanitation issues.

Rent Smart – Healthy Homes participants learn the following strategies:

• To compare units to determine the most suitable housing for their families.

• To utilize resources provided to prospective tenants.

• Using the curriculum based on the legal aspects of renting in Missouri to help tenants and landlords better understand their

rights and expectations.

• To understand leases, privacy issues and security deposits.

• How to maintain positive‐landlord‐tenant relationships.

• Teaches families effective budgeting techniques to determine how much rent they can actually afford.

• Home health hazards such as carbon monoxide, radon, mold and mildew, lead poisoning, etc.

• How to reduce pests with IPM techniques.

• How to clean and maintain their apartment.

• Improve indoor air quality.

• The importance of reducing clutter.

• Maintaining a clean environment.

• Ventilation and how that may impact allergies and asthma.

• Increase energy efficiency.

Success Stories: Participants also learn how their actions can result in even more hardship for them and their families. Breaking

leases early can result in a minimum financial loss of $2500 per household. Based on statistics from Hillcrest Ministries of Eastern

Jackson County administrators, 80% of the families who used Rent Smart resources were able to avoid early lease termination.

Community and campus concerns surrounding issues with an international graduate student population in the northwest region

prompted an inquiry by a local university police department to inquire about Rent Smart programming. This led to further

discussion which found concerns regarding healthy housing issues such as infestations, mold and mildew. As many of these students

were from an arid climate, they were unfamiliar with mold and mildew. They were also not aware of how certain habits could

encourage infestations. College students learned the importance of reducing clutter and being diligent about their habits when a

recent bed bug infestation occurred in one of the housing units they were occupying. They were also given the recent article from

Oklahoma State University on BED BUGS – REDUCE RISK WHILE THRIFT SHOPPING, FREE PDF (Oct. 26, 2015 – publication T‐4421).

IPM is an integral part of the programming as well. Rent Smart – Healthy Homes is now a mandatory part of orientation. It is taught

in tandem with a university police officer. An additional resource for students is an app developed by university police that includes

Rent Smart and Healthy Homes information.

In many instances communities have recognized and support the efforts of MU Extension programming of Rent Smart and Healthy

Homes. In the southeast region, a non‐profit transitional housing shelter supports this effort with their partnership with MU

Extension offering monthly workshops. In the St. Louis area, youth aging out of the foster system who have shown a previous

record of earned income, are encouraged to save money that the United Way matches to utilize on asset specific purposes. Hillcrest

Ministries of Eastern Jackson County and Platte County have been offering those using their services 90 days rent free housing while

they participate in the mandatory Rent Smart programming. Studies have shown long‐term significant success of those participants

as a result. Students in the northwest region, a community wide effort has resulted in more landlords working cooperatively to

improve the experience for visiting students. Students also positively recognize MU Extension and law enforcement as resources.

Impact: From its initial implementation, Rent Smart program evaluations have been consistently high. A case worker from Platte

County wrote, “This has been the most beneficial presentation to our residents in the past year.” One resident took her Rent Smart

folder to a housing authority hearing to prove she had “learned something” about avoiding evictions. She was granted a

continuance and the opportunity to remain on the list for permanent housing.

In the northwest region, the landlords are now working with both the campus and law enforcement on occupancy issues. After two

sessions with students, the university decided to make the classes a mandatory part of orientation for all international graduate

students. After four sessions, university police reported that “The information that we are providing is making a difference and

helping folks adapt to a different life rather quickly.” The chief of University Police wrote “This is a great program! Thank you for

the partnership.”

A client in the west central region from one of the focus group sessions, shared that the information she received helped her family

in finding a good, healthy place to live. A participant from the homeless shelter in the southeast region said “Thank you for helping

us get the information that shows mold is causing our son’s breathing problem. I think we will have to move, but this may help

break our lease. Our kids have been living with their grandparents because the house we rent makes them sick. Maybe now they

can fix the roof and water problems so we can be together.” 66‐75% of the IDA (Individual Development Account) Youth from the

St. Louis area stated that they understand the importance of and will implement the Healthy Homes strategies taught to them.

High school students who attended a conference last year where the programming was taught were so excited about what they had

learned that their teacher is now including some components in the curriculum and is taking them on field trips to inspect rental

units.

The potential for this programming to address rental/healthy housing issues in other communities is huge. This programming knows

no limitations. It has been taught to all ages from high school to older adults.

Montana ‐ Montana Asthma Home Visiting Program (MAP) The MAP is a multi‐component home based asthma program designed to address asthma triggers in the home, provide asthma self‐

management education, and coordinate asthma care in the school, childcare and clinical setting. The program includes six contacts

by a registered nurse with a family to address the uncontrolled asthma of the child or children in the home.

The Montana Asthma Control Program (MACP) coordinates the MAP and hosts yearly trainings for the 11 contracted MAP sites. At

these trainings, community partners help educate home visiting nurses and their supervisors on various aspects of home visiting.

Training topics range from clinical asthma management and motivational interviewing to home environmental assessments and

referrals to community programs. The Housing and Environmental Health Program at Montana State University has been a key

partner in conducting these trainings since the inception of the MAP in 2011.

Home environmental assessments are a fundamental piece of our home visiting program and the training conducted by the Housing

and Environmental Health Program has given our home visiting nurses the confidence to identify asthma triggers in homes of their

clients, teach them simple mitigation techniques, and refer them to community remediation services when necessary. In addition to

four trainings, the Housing and Environmental Health Program offers technical assistance to MAP nurses and is a trusted resource

for environmental health information related to asthma and healthy homes. They look forward to our continued partnership with

MSU and the wonderful people at the Housing and Environmental Health Program.

Oklahoma ‐ Healthy Home Solutions Grab and Go Teaching Kit: The objective of the Healthy Home Solutions Toolkit was to create an educational toolkit targeted to consumers on healthy homes

subjects. The toolkit is self‐guided and is intended to be a companion to the Help Yourself to a Healthy Homes Book.

Oklahoma is revising and standardizing the 12 lesson plans included in the Healthy Homes Solution Grab and Go Teaching Kits. The

original Healthy Homes Solution teaching kits was created by Montana State University. The 12 lessons for the kit include:

A Healthy Homes Overview

Carbon Monoxide and other Combustible Gases

Asthma and Allergies

Drinking Water and On‐Site Waste

Energy Efficient Improvement

Hazardous Household Products

Home Safety and Accessibility

Indoor Air Quality

Lead Poisoning

Mold and Moisture Control

Pest Management

Radon in Your Home

Gina Peek with Oklahoma State University taught each of the Healthy Homes lessons, has completed all revisions, and has posted

them to the Heathy Homes Partnership website.

Oklahoma ‐ Help Yourself to a Healthy Home Help Yourself to a Healthy Home is produced by HUD and USDA‐NIFA and is designed to help consumers learn how to make their

home healthy and safe. The book is filled with practical information and tips related to indoor air quality, asthma and allergies,

carbon monoxide, lead, drinking water, hazardous household products, pesticides, and safety.

Currently, Help Yourself to a Healthy Homes is being updated and transformed into 2 guides. Gina Peek from Oklahoma State

University has worked with Pamela Turner from the University of Georgia on a new 4‐page consumer guide edition. An update of

the full Help Yourself to a Healthy Home manual will be modified to serve as a practitioner guide that expands upon the 4‐page

consumer guide.

Oklahoma – Healthy Homes Fact Sheets Extension fact sheets provide research‐based information on a wide variety of subjects. Here are a few recent OK fact sheets that

you might find useful when teaching healthy homes content. You can find these and MANY more fact sheets on the Oklahoma State

University Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources webpage.

Handle with Care: Medication Safety for Older Adults provides consumers with knowledge about preventing medication

misuse and reducing risk, medication safety risks and general guidelines on taking medication. It is available online as a FREE

PDF (April 21, 2015 ‐ publication T‐3621).

Bed Bugs ‐ Reduce Risk While Thrift Shopping. Bed bugs travel. They often travel into thrift stores from bed bug‐infested

homes. Use this guide for how to prevent bed bugs and tips to reduce bed bug risk. It is available online as a FREE PDF (Oct.

26, 2015 ‐ publication T‐4421).

Handle With Care: A Checklist to Help Older Adults Reduce Falls Risk. The risk of falling increases with age. This guide is

great for an aging audience that includes how to help prevent falls and no‐cost steps to reduce falls risk. It is available online

as a FREE PDF (Sept. 9, 2015 ‐ publication T‐5144).

Tennessee ‐ Governor’s Housing Summit The annual conference of the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA)

was held in Nashville October 7 through October 8, 2015. THDA is Tennessee’s

housing finance agency, created by the General Assembly in 1973. It was created

to promote the production of more affordable new housing units for very low,

low and moderate income individuals and families in the state, to promote the

preservation and rehabilitation of existing housing units for such persons, and to

bring greater stability to the residential construction industry and related

industries so as to assure a steady flow of production of new housing units.

While interest in healthy homes from the agency has been expressed in the past,

UT Extension has not been able to secure a workshop or poster for this meeting.

However, due to the multi‐family housing – healthy homes fairs conducted in

2014 through the Healthy Homes Partnership, THDA became interested and

issued an invitation for a panel discussion as well as an exhibit booth. The panel

discussed healthy homes, the Tennessee Healthy Homes Partnership, and bed

bugs. Panel members included Dr. Karen Vail, UT Extension Entomology;

Dr. Martha Keel, UT Extension Environmental Health and Housing; Cathy Marcinko, Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital‐Memphis; and Jeremy Faison,

Tennessee Representative and owner of Rocky Top Pest and Wildlife Control.

This marks an important growth in the Tennessee Healthy Homes Partnership as it moves to include the affordable housing industry in the

discussion of healthy homes. The workshop was well attended and new members were added to the Tennessee Healthy Homes Partnership.

Healthy Homes Partnership Activity Contact Numbers

Alaska Connecticut Georgia Louisiana Missouri Montana Oklahoma Tennessee Total

Outputs (Activities & Events)

1. Trainings/Workshops/Presentations 72 12 1,052 546 4,339 110 65 724 6,920

2. Displays/Exhibits 36 185 8,275 2,093 9,762 1817 22,168

3. TV programs/Radio spots 200 660,000 874,793 1,534,993

4. News articles 2 201,450 23 201,475

5. Newsletters with Healthy Home information 211 3 900 200 1,314

6. Telephone calls (Healthy Home related) 61 20 350 308 43 27 15 824

7. Direct Mail 150 30 180

8. Web site activity (Healthy Home related) 4 6,771 200,000 11 12,500 1 219,287

9. Home visits 27 27

10. Social media 575 10,904 5,907 17,386

11. Other (list) 1,248 1,060 903 3,211

Number of educators or professionals trained

1. Extension faculty, staff, and volunteers 3 3 55 89 647 200 91 1,088

2. Non‐profit social service providers 1 30 25 50 45 107 258

3. Health Department officials/staff 1 27 1 40 119 188

4. Childcare providers 231 93 114 438

5. Others (please list): 144 40 448 66 698

Total 2,010,455

* Social Media numbers reflect total numbers of likes, followers, tweets, boards, pins, views, and subscribers.

INTERIM REPORT

Beginning Date: September 1, 2014 Ending Date: February 1, 2015

Submitted by:

Michael E. Goldschmidt, University of Missouri National Director ‐ Healthy Homes Partnership Kandace Fisher‐Mclean, University of Missouri National Coordinator – Healthy Homes Partnership

INPUTS

State Partnership

Alaska Anchorage School District Alaska Yukon Koyukuk School District Alaska Alaska Gateway School District Alaska Alaska Health and Human Services Dept. of Epidemiology

Connecticut Head Start Connecticut Early Head Start Connecticut 4‐H after school programs Connecticut Connecticut Department of Public Health Georgia University of Georgia College of Public Health

Georgia Rotary ClubGeorgia Public LibraryGeorgia Cancer survivor groupGeorgia New mother’s group at a local hospitalLouisiana Subcontract with Atrium Environmental (primary contractor to HUD Office of Lead Hazard Prevention and Healthy Homes)

Louisiana EnviroEd (a provider of Lead Certified Renovator Training)

Louisiana We are a training partner with the National Healthy Housing Training Center, NCHH

Missouri Parents as Teachers

Missouri Foster Parent Program

Missouri Head Start

Missouri Caring Communities

Missouri Success by 6

Missouri Sunshine Center Transitional Living Center

Missouri East Missouri Action Agency

Missouri Greater Kansas City Home and Community Organization

Missouri International Visiting Educators from Netherlands

Missouri Mid America Regional Council

Missouri Green Hills Community Action Agency

Missouri St. Francois County Caring Community Partnership

Missouri Educare of St. Francois County

Missouri Child Care Aware of Missouri

Missouri Child Care Providers

Missouri Johnson County (UCM) Project Community Connect

Missouri Family and Consumer Sciences professionals

Missouri Grandparents as Parents organization

Missouri Grandparents Support organization

Missouri Mercy Hospital

Missouri St. Francois County Health Department

Missouri City of Columbia

Missouri Senior Nutrition Centers

Missouri Family and Community Educators Association

Missouri Habitat for Humanity

Missouri USDA Rural Development

Missouri Coldwell Banker Real Estate

Missouri First Time Homebuyers

Missouri Real Estate professionals

Missouri Shared Blessings Homeless Shelter,

Missouri Transitional Living Center

Missouri Hillcrest Ministries – Lee’s Summit

Missouri Hillcrest Ministries‐ Independence

Missouri Hillcrest Ministries – Platte County

Missouri Progressive Agriculture Farm Safety Foundation

Missouri Women in Agriculture

Missouri Future Farmers of America High School Students

Missouri New Madrid County School district

Missouri Kansas city School District

Missouri Independence School District

Missouri St. Francois County Health Department


Missouri Blue Springs School District

Missouri Lee’s Summit School District

Missouri West County Elementary School

Missouri Oak Grove School District

Missouri Mineral Area College

Missouri School teachers

Missouri College Students

Missouri University Extension Councils (Sullivan, St. Francois, WC,)

Missouri Extension regional specialists

Missouri Regional newspapers

Missouri KREI/KTJJ Regional Radio, NW radio stations

Missouri EC regional radio/cable TV

Montana The Montana Asthma Control Program

Montana MT Department of Public Health and Human Services

Montana Montana Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Bureau

Oklahoma Oklahoma Department of Human Services

Oklahoma National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences

Oklahoma Pottawatomie County Council

Oklahoma Oklahoma Department of Human Services

Tennessee Family Consumer Science Agents

Tennessee University of Tennessee Department of Public Health

Tennessee University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture

Tennessee Tennessee Public Health Association

INPUTS

State Grants

Alaska EPA State Indoor Radon Grant

Georgia EPA State Indoor Radon Grant via Georgia Department of Community Affairs

Missouri Mid America Regional Council grant funding through the Jewish Heritage Foundation of Greater Kansas City Missouri $150 ‐ Caring Communities Partnership of St. Francois County

Missouri $150 ‐ Stipend for Asthma Education for Child Care providers Missouri $3700 ‐ Progressive Agriculture Farm Safety Foundation; 540 students. Home Safety is a part of Agriculture.

Oklahoma $114,000 ‐ (September 1, 2014 – August 31, 2015). “IPM Oklahoma!” Proposal submitted for the USDA‐NIFA Extension IPM Coordination and Support Program.

OUTPUTS

Training/Workshops/Presentations

State Event/Activity Description Audience

Alaska Radon/IAQ work Prepped for Radon Action month, testing, and work with school districts per indoor air/Radon.

Major attendees: men, 32-50 (95% white and 5% American Indian/ Alaska Native)

Connecticut Healthy Homes/ Healthy Kids

Train-the-trainer program for Head Start, Early Head Start to educate families on creating/maintaining healthy homes. The program explains how home conditions can affect children's health and how to improve those conditions.

Head Start, Early Head Start Staff, and Families

Connecticut Henry and Fred Learn about Lead

A simple rhyming story that teaches young children about the dangers of lead poisoning and how they can protect themselves. To view an online version of this book, go to www.hec.uconn.edu and search under program and materials for children.

Designed for adults to read aloud to young children. Can also be used for young readers and low‐literacy adults

Connecticut Tools for Healthy Living

New CYFAR program that teaches youth in 4-H afterschool programs about healthy homes and food safety. Program is currently under review to be available as a national 4-H curriculum.

Youth in 4‐H

Connecticut Susie and Jerome Learn about a Healthy Home

An illustrated rhyming book for young children. In the book, a young girl named Susie, her family, and her goldfish Jerome learn the seven principles of healthy homes. Animation of Susie and Jerome can be seen on You Tube; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48XQ6glxQGM

Parent/Guardian/Teacher to use with young children

Connecticut Managing the Home for Water Quality

A water resources awareness program and exhibit designed to help residents understand the impact of individual practices on water resources.

General Public

Georgia (Athens)

Beat the Pack

Smoking cessation program organized by UGA College of Public Health. We provided information on radon and increased risks for smokers.

UGA Employees

Georgia (Athens)

Bundles of Joy Class at a local hospital for new mothers where we provided radon information.

New Mothers

Georgia (Atlanta)

Radon Measurement Proficiency Training

2 day radon measurement training Atlanta Radon Professionals

Georgia (Athen)

Clarke Middle School Radon information to science student group Middle School

Georgia (Athens)

Athens Regional Medical Center (ARMC)

Radon lunch and learn program ARMC Employees

Georgia

(Gwinnett)

Career & Science Day

Twin Rivers Middle School Program Middle School

Georgia (several counties)

Green Cleaning Making & using green cleaning products to reduce chemicals indoors General Public

Georgia (Moultrie)

Poison Prevention Hazardous household products & Look-alikes General Public

Georgia (Augusta)

Healthy Homes General information on making your home healthy General Public

Georgia

(DeKalb Co.)

Your Home, Your Health

Healthy homes General Public

Georgia

(DeKalb Co.)

Green Cleaning

Green cleaning in Spanish General Public

Georgia

(Carroll Co.) Radon Education Radon education General Public

Georgia (Athens)

Athens‐Clarke County Library

Radon education General Public

Louisiana

Health Opportunities in Energy Audits

#1 of 2 ‐ National Center for Healthy Housing (NCHH) courses

Energy Professionals

Louisiana IPM for Multi‐Housing

#2 of 2 ‐ NCHH courses on IPM for Multi‐family housing

Public Housing Professionals

Louisiana

Lead Certified Renovator Training

2 ‐ Lead Certified Renovator Training classes Contractors

Missouri

Farm Safety Day: Home Safety for Kids Home Alone

Teachers, volunteers, students K – 5

Missouri (Statewide)

Home Ownership Made Easier

The homebuyer education class explains the home‐buying process to prospective homeowners

Prospective homeowners, first time homeowners

Missouri

Energy Management/ Water Conservation

Educates consumers on an integrated approach to energy efficient buildings and homes

General (White F/M, 2+races, Am. Indian)

Missouri Protecting Our Watersheds and Healthy Homes

Missouri

Reducing Asthma and Allergy Triggers: Child Care Providers Training

Childcare Providers

Missouri

Rent Smart Series: focused on healthy homes initiatives

Missouri (Sullivan County)

Energy Conservation

Educates consumers on an integrated approach to energy efficient buildings and homes.

Missouri Green Cleaning

Family and Community Educators Association

Missouri (St. Francois County)

Holiday Safety and poison prevention for Children

Course focused on reducing the safety risks for children during the holidays. The information focused on chemical safety, avoiding poisoning hazards and evaluating the home and toys for potential risks to children at home and when visiting.

Head Start Parents and Teachers

Missouri Safe at Home During Severe Winter Weather

Senior Nutrition Center

Seniors

Missouri Healthy Homes training

Habitat for Humanity Board Members

Missouri

Farm Safety Day

Volunteers

Missouri (Bonne Terre)

Finding a Safe and Healthy Home

Residents at the Bonne Terre Homeless Shelter received life skills training to help them create safe and healthy living environments and learn to live on less.

Homeless shelter residents

Missouri Homeworks

Assists new and existing homeowners in protecting their investment by learning about basic home repairs, maintenance, life‐cycle costs and routine inspections necessary to successfully keep a home for long term.

New and Existing Homeowners

Montana (Webinar)

Healthy Homes (with an asthma home assessment emphasis) presentation

Presentation provided to Health Department officials and staff involved in the Asthma Control Program Home Visiting Program.

Health Department officials and staff

Oklahoma (Webinar)

Sleep Tight and Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite

You can reduce bed bugs risk! Learn how to help yourself and your clients. Learn how you can help families reduce risks that could affect their health, well being, and safety in their homes and communities. Bed bugs risk reduction is part of a strategy for successful, long‐term change. National Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences Webinar

Extension educators across U.S.

Oklahoma (Shawnee)

Aging in Place

Who wants to age in place? Who wants to stay in the home as long as possible? Who wants to remain safe at home? We all do! However, our home environments can have a significant impact on health, welfare, and safety. Universal design focuses on creating home environments that are accessible to all ages and stages of life. Pottawatomie County Fall County Council meeting

Oklahoma Home and Community Education (OHCE) membership and county educator Sonya McDaniel

Oklahoma (Enid)

Bed Bugs Risk Reduction for Adult Protective Services

Oklahoma Department of Human Services

Oklahoma (Adobe Connect)

Healthy Homes Grab n’ Go Toolkit

45 minute webinars featuring the “Healthy Homes Grab n' Go Toolkit.” The toolkit was developed by a team of national experts, including Dr. Peek. These webinars were designed as a train‐the‐trainer.

Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Issue Team

Tennessee

(Jackson; Murfreesboro)

Eco‐Healthy Childcare In‐service Trainings

FCS agents

Tennessee

“Healthy Multi‐Family Housing” (Based on former Healthy Homes Partnership project)

Housing Research and Education Assn. Annual Conference (HERA)

Tennessee (Memphis)

Essentials for Healthy Homes Practitioners’ Training (Funded by EPA, Region 8)

Public Health 420 class/UT Department of Public Health

Tennessee (Knoxville)

Guest lecture on Healthy Homes

OUTPUT

Displays/Exhibits

State Program Description Audience

Missouri Project Community Connect

100 + people talked with, 100 handouts distributed

Missouri Healthy Homes exhibit and handouts

242 white F, 6 black F, 6 white M = 254

Missouri (Columbia)

Sustainable Living Fair

Columbia City Hall (43 F, 49 M, 18 children) = 110

Missouri (Kansas City)

Aging in Place HERA National conference Display Housing educators

Missouri (Columbia)

Aging in Place Missouri Extension Fall Conference Display 200+ Extension faculty

Tennessee (Knoxville)

Healthy Homes exhibit

UT Institute of Agriculture “Ag Day”

Tennessee (Nashville)

Green/Healthy Homes Exhibit

Statewide Extension Conference

Tennessee (Nashville)

Healthy Homes exhibit

TN Public Health Association Annual Conference

OUTPUT

TV Programs/Radio Spots


Missouri (Northwest)

Radio Spot Monthly radio spots for 2 radio stations Reaching 2,232 listeners


Radio Spot 3 radio spots Reaching 883 listeners

Missouri (East Central/ Southwest)

Radio Spot KREI/KTJJ bi‐monthly radio spots

reaching 250,000 listeners

Missouri (East Central)

radio/cable TV Seven programs

OUTPUT

Newsletters


Missouri Grandparents as Parents Kindred Spirits 3 Newsletters @ 300= 900 reached

Missouri Smart Parent Newsletter 500 distributions


Regional Extension Newsletter 5 articles sent to 19 counties

Missouri (East Central)

Safety and poison prevention fact sheets Head Start teachers and families

OUTPUT

Publications, Curricula, and Resources Developed

State Description

Connecticut

House Smart: Solutions for Managing Clutter is a guide for people who want to reduce clutter around the home. It is a step by step guide for those who wish to make their homes safer and healthier through the reduction of physical materials, elimination of hazards, and improved organization. The goal is to improve indoor air quality and household health. Extension has provided education for diverse families at health and other fairs (208 adults and 54 youth). We have created an exhibit and also provided educational support to residents of Elm City Communities through the Housing Authority, City of New Haven. The House Smart link is https://dropbox.uconn.edu/dropbox?n=House%20Smart%20Clutter%20Guide%20%284%29.pdf&p=WJ58lKOHFegnGIx6l

Connecticut

Extension is participating with a group of local and state agencies/collaborators who are addressing the impact of hoarding. A bill has been drafted by CT legislators to develop a comprehensive plan to proactively address hoarding. Mental health support and resolution of environmental health issues are part of the plan.

Georgia

Saha, U., Sonon, L., Turner, P., Mowrer, J., & Kissel, D. (2014). Your household water quality: Hydrogen sulfide and sulfate. (Circular No. 858‐8). Athens, GA: University of Georgia Extension. Available from http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.cfm?number=C858‐8.

Georgia

Saha, U., Sonon, L., Turner, P., Mowrer, J., & Kissel, D. (2014). Your household water quality: Removal of hydrogen sulfide and sulfate. (Circular No. 858‐15). Athens, GA: University of Georgia Extension. Available from http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.cfm?number=C858‐15.di

Georgia Turner, J. M., Turner, P.R., & Gibson, S. (Reviewed by P. Turner, 2014). Home emergency preparedness handbook. (Bulletin 1428 /HACE‐E‐86). Athens, GA: University of Georgia Extension. Available from http://www.fcs.uga.edu/extension/home‐disasters.

Georgia Valente, J., & Turner, P. R. (Revised 2014). Safety begins at home (includes checklist) (Bulletin 1429/HACE‐E‐79), 16 pages, Athens, GA: University of Georgia Extension. (Original work published 2009) Available from http://www.fcs.uga.edu/extension/home‐safety.

Georgia

Turner, P. & Gibson, S. (Producers), & LaChance, C. (Director). (2014). Energy saving tips for renters [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/edit?video_id=fszBiQzr85o.

Georgia Turner, P. & Gibson, S. (Producers), & LaChance, C. (Director). (2014). Cleaning house for your date [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDKhTPOEtpE.

Georgia Turner, P. & Gibson, S. (Producers), & Oliver, R. (Director). (2014). How to prevent lead poisoning [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opgfUXvnf34.

Georgia Turner, P. & Gibson, S. (Producers), & Oliver, R. (Director). (2014). How to reduce asthma triggers [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzVXwx4FN6I.

Georgia Turner, P. & Gibson, S. (Producers), & LaChance, C. (Director). (2014). Summer tips for raising healthy, active kids [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=calMbylaL54.

Georgia Turner, P. & Gibson, S. (Producers), & LaChance, C. & Oliver, R., Crighton, J. (Directors). (2014). Ways to reduce waste [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dx29fVLlndg.

Georgia

New radon publications were created, including a general brochure to distribute to the Extension offices, a brochure targeting physicians, a medical brochure targeting consumers, a general bookmark and a brochure for builders on radon resistant new construction.

Louisiana

Completed a 50+ page manuscript for the extensive HUD Rebuild Healthy Home: Guide to Post‐Disaster Restoration for a Safe and Healthy Home publication, targeting homeowners and volunteers. Worked closely with HUD. o Conducted a focus group (11 participants) and utilized the results of three focus groups in different locations to fine tune the document to meet target audience needs.

Missouri Smart Lighting Strategies for Your Home – Curriculum Update (PowerPoint/educator note pages)

Missouri Rent Smart – Indoor Air Quality Curriculum Update (PowerPoint and handout resources)

Missouri First Time Homebuyers Education – Indoor Air Quality Unit Update (PowerPoint and handout)

Missouri Aging in Place – Housing for a Lifetime Poster Peer Reviewed Abstract for HERA Conference and

Missouri University of MO Extension Annual Conference

Missouri Home Safe Home: Fall prevention leader training lesson

Missouri Reducing Asthma and Allergy Triggers in Day Care Environments‐ Child Care Provider training curriculum update

Missouri Green Cleaning for a Healthy Home: leader training lesson

Montana

The Extension Healthy Homes, Healthy Home Solutions Toolkit & Website activity: Periodic reviews, updates/enhancements made to the Extension Healthy Homes website: www.extensionhealthyhomes.org. A program tracking system/database has been created and placed on the www.extensionhealthyhomes.org website for utilization by Extension Educators, and others Distribution of the Healthy Homes Solutions toolkits/curricula to Extension Educators nationwide

Montana

Help Yourself to a Healthy Home (American Indian Version). Distribution via hard copy as well as electronically to tribes nationally The National Tribal Healthy Homes Program: Established in 2009, this Montana State University Extension – Housing & Environmental Health Program‐based program, was developed to provide healthy homes‐related education, training and technical assistance to tribes nationally. (A Tribal Healthy Homes Report adjoins this report.) � www.tribalhealthyhomes.org"

Oklahoma

News articles are targeted to Family and Consumer Science educators and consumers. These articles focus on specific issues relating to Housing and Consumer Issues, and are designed to help increase knowledge and act as a catalyst for changes in behavior. OSU Agricultural Communications make all news articles available for use in statewide media outlets. ∙ Holiday toy safety ∙ Single‐load laundry packets could be harmful to kids ∙ Hebert, P., Hermann, J. Kang, M., & Peek, G. (December 2014). Sunlight and health issues. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service fact sheet. L‐452. ∙ Hebert, P., Kang, M., Peek, G. (December 2014). Light at night. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service fact sheet. L‐451.

Oklahoma Gina Peek’s Oklahoma Cooperative Extension FCS Educator blog: http://itsonthehousewithginapeek.blogspot.com/

OUTCOME

Actions and Behavior Changes as a Result of Programs

State Program Description

Georgia

566 radon test kits were distributed (This includes 244 kits that were distributed in January alone.) As of January 31st, 218 people who received a kit had tested. About 26% of those testing received high test results (4 pico Curies per Liter or above).

Louisiana 24 contractors earned EPA RRP certification, increasing capacity to protect families.

Louisiana New Orleans public housing plans to adopt IPM practices.

Louisiana

11 consumers who attended the Healthy Home Open House event planned to adopt practices to improve their health. Two indicated that what they learned may enable them to stay in La., instead of moving to a dry climate with fewer triggers.

Missouri

Protecting Our Watersheds and Healthy Homes

Presented to 708 youth and 22 adults. The youth were high school FFA students and 10 college students. 2% were black males, 2% Hispanic females, 2% Hispanic males and the rest were 50% white males and 50% white females. 100% of those attending gained new knowledge of keeping their water supply safe and their homes contaminant and pest free. 10% of those attending admitted to dumping their used motor oil on the ground, affecting water and environmental quality. After the program, all agreed they needed and planned to recycle the used motor oil.

Missouri

Women in Agriculture

The event, featuring Healthy Homes Exhibit and resources including the Help yourself to a Healthy Home booklet, was attended by 242 white women, 6 black women and 6 white men. Fifty % of those who attended plan to use the resources provided to evaluate and improve their home to maintain a clean, pest‐free healthy environment.

Missouri

Smart Lighting Strategies for Your Home

Focused on residential lighting with emphasis on energy management. Program attended by 35 Family and Consumer Sciences professionals. Exit Evaluation:

After I participated in this program, my knowledge, skills, or understanding was improved (97% ‐ N=34). One reported the same level of understanding. As a result of what you learned in this program, what actions do you plan to take? I plan to utilize the information when buying future light bulbs. 83% (N‐29)

I plan to make home lighting improvements as a result of this program. 34% (N‐12) Rent Smart – 3rd Session of a Three Session Workshop Series The third session of each Rent Smart Series is focused on healthy homes initiatives. Exit Evaluation: Before I participated in this program, my knowledge, skills, or understanding was None‐11%(N‐2) A little‐22%(N‐4) Some‐44%(N‐8) A lot‐17%(N‐3) A great deal‐06%(N‐1) After I participated in this program, my knowledge, skills, or understanding was None; A little; Some‐06%(N‐1) A lot‐55%(N‐10) A great deal‐39%(N‐7) As a result of what you learned in this program, what actions do you plan to take or have you taken? I plan to compare rental units carefully before making a decision on which unit to rent. 94%(N‐17) I plan to look for possible indoor air quality problems when visiting possible rental units. 83%(N‐15) I intend to complete a rental condition checklist when I first move into a rental unit. 83%(N‐15) I have a better understanding of the MO Landlord Tenant Laws. 61% (N‐11)

Missouri

Home Safe Home: Fall Prevention

Family and Community Education in SE Region learned to identify safety and fall hazards inside and outside of their homes. One in three adults over age 65 will suffer a serious fall. Falls are the most common reason for adult emergency room visits. If falls can be prevented, adults can save thousands of dollars in healthcare expenses. Falls that may require elderly to enter a residential care facility, can be reduced by applying universal design principles. The eleven elderly women plan to adopt one or more universal design concepts, strategies and products to make their homes safer, more convenient and more comfortable for everyone. The information was shared with 120 FCE club members. Home falls can have devastating effects on quality of life, including hospitalization, surgery and often nursing home stays. Many patients do not regain their prior level of function and independence. Education to reduce falls benefits both seniors and their communities by avoiding the physical, emotional, and economics costs of fall injuries.

Missouri

Project Community Connect.

In collaboration with a Family Financial colleague, Housing and Environmental Design specialists participated in Project Community Connect on October 3rd in Johnson County (UCM) to connect low income individuals with the resources in their community. They provided education resources on renting, how to test their indoor air quality, how to manage

their finances, prepare their home for the upcoming winter months, etc. In all, we handed out materials to over 100 people but spoke with several hundred more about the resources Extension offers their community.

Missouri

Two Energy Education Sessions

Reached a total of 77 persons with 9 Hispanic women and 11 white men and 60 white women. Mold Consultations reached a total of 12 people with 1 white woman and 11 white males. 93% indicated they plan to implement strategies to reduce paper and cardboard, thereby eliminating pests and 96% indicated they plan to eliminate water leaks, ridding the home of mold and improving indoor air quality.

Missouri

Reducing Asthma and Allergy Triggers

Presented to 10 licensed child care providers. 100% planned to change their behaviors and methods of controlling asthma triggers, including reducing third‐degree smoke, fragrance‐free atmosphere, reducing clutter, choosing the least risky product for a safer environment, storing food items in airtight containers to reduce pests, not cleaning when children are in the room and washing bedding in hot water to control dust mites. There were 9 white women and 1 white male. Total reached with these additional 10 is 1086 people.

Missouri

Energy Management/Water Conservation classes

36 adults (29 white females, 5 white males, 1, two or more races, 1 American Indian ) attended Energy Management/Water Conservation classes. Children and parents participated in the interactive display. Parents expressed appreciation for the opportunity to show their children the importance of knowing what they are looking at and to never put anything in their mouth that they do not know what it is.

Missouri

Healthy Homes Demonstration Video

A video demonstrating how to make homemade laundry detergent. Judy Culp and I created a video demonstrating how to make homemade laundry detergent. The video has been up on Youtube and Vimeo for approximately 1 year. During that time it has received 66 views on Vimeo and 39 views on Youtube. http://vimeo.com/77933328 viewed about 7 times since September on Vimeo.

Missouri

Home Communities for All Ages Idea Book.

Mid America Regional Council received grant funding through the Jewish Heritage Foundation of Greater Kansas City and the WJ Brace Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee to develop and distribute the 2013 Home Communities for All Ages Idea Book. The 41 page resource focuses on Universal Design practices to successfully age in place. Four thousand copies have been distributed, about 1000 copies distributed during the Sept. 2014‐Feb. 2015 reporting

period. Alexander served on the resource planning committee. Alexander and Connie Neal served as authors of the publication.

Missouri

Aging in Place: Make Your Home Safe, Convenient and Comfortable.

Seventeen Bollinger County Family and Community Educators learned how to improve the safety of their homes. Members identified potential hazards in each room of the home and how to correct and these dangers. Each of the elderly women completed a home safety checklist to determine the most critical issues in their homes. When elderly people learn to identify potential fall hazards and safety issues they can take simple steps to reduce these dangers. Preventing falls and accidents reduces medical costs and helps elderly remain independent in their homes. Healthy, active seniors contribute to the community and reduce the cost of medical and support services.

Missouri

HomeWorks: Home maintenance Workshop.

A Homework’s course taught participants how to protect their home investment through routine maintenance, regular interior and exterior inspections, and basic home repairs. Home maintenance is important because when it is absent or delayed for long periods of time, it can often lead to mold and moisture problems in the home; which in turn can lead to health concerns for those who inhabit the dwelling. Eleven participants (1 black male, 7 black females, 1 mixed race female, 1 white female, and 1 Hispanic or Latino male) learned how to avoid and remedy mold and moisture issues in the home through proper maintenance and care. Nine out of eleven participants indicated that they planned to make home improvements as a result of the program.

Missouri

Household Hazardous Products Workshop.

Family and Consumer Educators in SE Region improved decision making skills to reduce potential exposure to hazardous household and pest management products. Evaluations show increased knowledge of selection, storage, proper use, disposal, and non‐toxic alternatives. These skills will reduce the risk of accidental poisonings, save the consumers money, improve indoor air quality, protect their safety and health and reduce their impact on the environment. The nine leaders will share the information with 120 FCE members. Healthy homes and hazardous product education reduces health impacts, medical costs and soil and water pollution.

* Missouri audiences reached include: Low‐income, elderly, homeless, black, Hispanic, white, middle income, veterans, disabled, youth grades K – 5, American Indian, Transitional Living center residents, women in agriculture

Missouri

Home Ownership Made Easier.

Homebuyer classes from September 2014 to February 2015 qualified 21 participants in ED and SE regions for special USDA Rural Development financing that saved up to 35 percent of the costs of a traditional 30 year mortgage. Homebuyer educa on has been shown to reduce foreclosure rates by up to 66 percent. This impacts families, communi es and the economy. To reduce the risk of loan default and protect the value of their investment, the course also includes post‐purchase skills needed to maintain the home, reduce energy costs and create a safe, healthy home.

100% of participants gained knowledge, used the information to purchase and maintain their first‐home, and would recommend the course to others.

Participants planned actions include: to test for radon, change furnace filters to increase efficiency, save energy and improve air quality.

Information ranked most valuable included: home inspection, radon testing, moisture control, energy saving and improving credit scores.

Homebuyer educa on is shown to reduce the nega ve economic, social and community consequences associated with foreclosure. These include: decreased property values, lower tax base, increased city costs of abandoned properties and increased crime around abandoned properties. Foreclosure impacts family stability and school performance of children relocated due to foreclosure.

Missouri

Resources Provided for Flooded Basements

Resources including the rental of a moisture meter were shared to assist clients whose finished basement was flooded by a flash flooding situation. Clients reported that they pulled up the floor coverings, dried them out and cleaned successfully. They used the resources provided to them in both conversation and guide sheets successfully drying out the wood members and dry wall within the 48 hour window thus preventing mold and mildew. They were able to reinstall the floor coverings and put the baseboards back on and restore the space to its original condition. The clients expressed their appreciation and are very pleased to have been able to restore the finished space by taking the proper measures.

Total Contacts



Trainings/Workshops/Presentations 12 347 42 1741 30 65 2237

Displays/Exhibits 5420 1075 1180 7675

3. TV programs/Radio spots 580000 258293 838293

4. News articles 2 135350* 7 135359

5. Newsletters with Healthy Home information 50 10 60

6. Telephone calls (Healthy Home related) 25 50 84 43 202

7. Direct Mail 150 13 163

8. Web site activity (Healthy Home related) 4 1800 2 12500 14306

9. Home visits 6 6

10. Other (list) 1247 1060 903 3210


1. Extension faculty, staff, and volunteers

20 473 100 593

2. Non‐profit social service providers 12 25 37

3. Health Department officials/staff 1 1

4. Childcare providers 12 12

5. Others (please list): 102 247 349

Total 1,002,503

* News Article Contacts for Georgia represent total contacts reached through newsletters. Other state totals represent number of newsletters

written.

Sunbelt Agriculture Expo – October 2014 in Moultrie, Georgia This was a 3-day event that the Rural Georgia Healthy Homes Advisory Group participated in along with the UGA Radon Education Program. We distributed HUD healthy homes materials and radon information to about 5,000 adults and children. The U.S. Environmental Protection Division, Region 4 invited us to share their table.

Georgia Governor Nathan Deal presenting UGA with the Proclamation for Radon Action Month and congratulating the student radon poster contest winners.

INTERIM REPORT

Beginning Date: February 1, 2015 Ending Date: November 30, 2015

INPUTS

State Partnership

Alaska Local Native Tribal Health Clinics

Alaska ABC Construction

Alaska Alaska Housing Financial Corporation

Alaska Snugabode

Alaska Cold Climate Housing Research Center

Alaska University of Alaska Southeast Constructions Trade program

Alaska Tanana Chiefs Conference

Alaska University of Alaska Fairbanks/Alaska Interstate Construction Technology Trades Program

Connecticut University of Connecticut Family & Consumer Science/Residential Water Quality

Connecticut University of Connecticut Healthy Environments for Children Initiative

Connecticut University of Connecticut EFNEP Supervisor

Connecticut Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control Connecticut Department of Public Health

Connecticut Connecticut Children’s Healthy Homes Program

Connecticut Safe Kids Connecticut

Connecticut Elm City Communities

Connecticut Lead/Radon/Healthy Homes Connecticut Department of Public Health

Connecticut Connecticut Hoarding Working Group (animal control, planning, zoning and wetlands, building departments, land use offices, fire marshals/EMS, police, state and local public health departments, mental health services, social workers, University of Connecticut Extension, and Central Connecticut State University).

Georgia State and County Health Departments

Georgia Service Organizations (e.g. Rotary Club)

Georgia Cooperative Extension

Georgia Elementary, Middle, and High School Students

Georgia Home Building Industry (Builders and Contractors)

Georgia Real Estate Professionals

Georgia Medical Community (hospital employees, doctor office staff)

Georgia Emergency Responders

Georgia Housing Authority

Georgia Senior Centers

Georgia Fort Valley State University Energy Educator

Georgia Fort Valley State University Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent

Georgia SupAid Community Resources, Inc.

Georgia Georgia Department of Public Health ‐ Healthy Homes Program

Georgia Houston County Habitat Program Services

Georgia EPA

Georgia HUD

Georgia Family Connection

Georgia University of Georgia – Athens – Family and Consumer Sciences

Georgia Americus‐Sumter Fuller Center

Georgia Emory Preventive Research Center

Georgia Georgia Department of Public Health Tobacco Prevention Program

Georgia Georgia Southern University

Georgia EPA ‐ Office of Environmental Justice & Sustainability

Georgia USDA

Georgia EPA ‐ Children's Environmental Health

Louisiana Atrium Environmental (primary contractor to HUD Office of Lead Hazard Prevention and Healthy Homes)

Louisiana Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals

Louisiana Louisiana Healthy Homes Coalition (public health agencies, Extension, medical center outreach offices, universities, and Global Green

Louisiana Institute of Public Health – Louisiana Asthma Collaborative

Louisiana Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals – Office of Public Health/Section of Environmental Epidemiology and Toxicology/ Environmental Public Health Tracking

Louisiana Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals ‐ Bureau of Family Health

Louisiana Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals – Louisiana HHCLP

Louisiana Louisiana State University AgCenter – Building Science Educator

Louisiana Louisiana State University AgCenter – Healthy Homes Educator

Louisiana Louisiana State University AgCenter ‐ Orleans Parish Family and Consumer Sciences

Louisiana Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center

Louisiana Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center ‐ Community Asthma Management program

Louisiana Xavier University

Louisiana National Healthy Housing Training Center – National Center for Health Housing

Missouri Soil & Water Conservation Board

Missouri Fire Department

Missouri Radio Stations

Missouri Middle Schools

Missouri High Schools

Missouri Community Action Agencies

Missouri Health Care Corporation

Missouri Local Libraries

Missouri United Way of Greater St. Louis

Missouri Youth in Need (nonprofit child and family services agency)

Missouri Epworth (nonprofit child and family services agency)

Missouri Covenant House (nonprofit child and family services agency)

Missouri St. Louis Healthy and Sustainable Housing Initiative (Maternal, Child and Family Health Coalition, Nurses for Newborns, The Asthma and Allergy Foundation ‐ St. Louis Chapter, St. Louis County Health Department, Kevin Kennedy ‐ Center for Environmental Health at Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics in Kansas City, Missouri Foundation for Health)

Missouri Salvation Army

Missouri North West Missouri State University – police

Missouri Vocational Technical School

Missouri University of Missouri ‐ Council to Campus

Missouri Missouri Family, Career and Community Leaders of America Conference

Missouri School Districts (Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs)

Missouri Transitional Living Centers (Hillcrest Ministries of Platte County; Independence; Lee’s Summit)

Missouri Local Municipalities (City of Kansas City)

Missouri Greater Kansas City United Way

Missouri Community Not‐For‐Profit Agencies (Coalition for Independence)

Missouri Habitat for Humanity‐Springfield, MO

Missouri State Emergency Management Agency


Missouri University of Missouri Family Impact Center

Missouri Central Missouri Community Action

Missouri University of Missouri State Extension Council

Missouri Center of Environmental Health at Children’s Mercy Hospital

Missouri Midwest State Americans for Non‐Smokers Rights

Missouri Bureau of Environmental Epidemiology Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

Missouri Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri

Missouri Habitat for Humanity – St. Francois County

Missouri Homeless Shelter – Shared Blessings

Missouri Caring Community Partnership of St. Francois County

Missouri Educare serving SE and EC Regions

Missouri Senior Nutrition Centers in SE and EC Regions

Missouri USDA Rural Development

Missouri Mineral Area College

Missouri Family and Community Educators in SE Region

Missouri Iron County Emergency Management Team

Missouri Iron County Lions Club

Missouri Head Start of St. Francois and Perry Counties

Montana Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services; Asthma Control Program

Montana Fort Peck Tribes; Health Promotion/Disease Prevention Wellness Program

Montana Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services – Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Bureau

Oklahoma Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service

Oklahoma Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma US Department of Housing and Urban Development

Oklahoma Housing Authority of the City of Muskogee

Tennessee Children’s Environmental Health Network

Tennessee Knoxville‐Knox County Community Action Committee/Housing and Community Services

Tennessee Tennessee Department of Health

Tennessee Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation

Tennessee Healthy Housing Solutions – Healthy Homes Training Center

Tennessee Institute for Health Law and Policy

Tennessee University of Tennessee Department of Public Health

Tennessee Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth

Tennessee Knox County Health Department ‐ TENNder Care

Tennessee Tennessee Department of Health (Environmental)

Tennessee Safeways

Tennessee Rural Health Association of Tennessee

Tennessee University of Tennessee Extension Environmental Health & Housing

Tennessee Knox County Development Corporation

Tennessee Tennessee Housing Development Agency

Tennessee Lebonheur Community Health and Well‐Being

Tennessee University of Tennessee Department of Public Health (Master of Public Health Program)

Tennessee University of Tennessee College of Social Work

Tennessee Tennessee Housing Development Agency

Tennessee City Code Enforcement (Memphis)

Tennessee University of Tennessee Extension (Entomology & Plant Pathology)

Tennessee Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation

Tennessee Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation/Department of Energy Division of Remediation

INPUTS

State Grants

Alaska $30,000 EPA SIRG Grant – Indoor Air quality

Georgia EPA State Indoor Radon Grant via Georgia Department of Community Affairs

Louisiana Subcontract with Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals for a 2 year Healthy and Lead Safe Louisiana Homes educational outreach program. Through DHH funding, we hired Bobbie Shaffett as a part time Healthy Homes Educator

Missouri Green Hills Community Action Agency yearly funding

Missouri Missouri Foundation for Health grant to support Healthy Homes Symposium

Oklahoma $114,000 ‐ (September 1, 2014 – August 31, 2015). “IPM Oklahoma!” Proposal submitted for the USDA‐NIFA Extension IPM Coordination and Support Program.

Tennessee Tennessee Department of Health/Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program

Tennessee USDA – NIFA / Rural Health

Tennessee Healthy Homes Training Center – Fee Based Program

OUTPUT

Trainings/Workshops/Presentations/Webinars

State Event/Activity Description Audience

Alaska Radon Education ‐ Contractor radon education ‐ International Environmental Health Symposium

20 Environmental health professionals

Alaska Webinars ‐ Three 2 hours webinars held with Maine Extension educators

Connecticut Conference

‐ Connecticut Healthy Homes Partnership worked with Connecticut Hoarding Workgroup ‐ Purpose: address hoarding through multidisciplinary agencies and institutions ‐ First conference: May 2015 ‐ University of Connecticut Extension edited hoarding resource binder distributed to conference participants.

300 Conference participants

Georgia (Athens)

Radon and Uranium in Water Workshop

‐ Radon in water testing equipment introduction at UGA water testing laboratory

Extension employees, radon mitigators, home inspectors

Georgia (Lawrenceville)

Radon Resistant New Construction (RRNC)

‐ Workshop for code inspectors on newly adopted RRNC code for unincorporated Gwinnett County

Code inspectors, home inspectors, radon mitigators, builders

Georgia (Athens)

Bundles of Joy ‐ Class at local hospital providing radon education New mothers

Georgia (Commerce)

Advanced Placement Environmental Science class

‐ Radon presentation for environmental toxins class ‐ Students encouraged to test their homes

High school students

Georgia (Rockdale)

Rockdale Career Academy

‐ Radon and testing in chemistry class ‐ Students required to test homes/ follow‐up with results

High school students

Georgia (Savannah)

Energy Conservation

‐ Environmental program on waste, water and energy Adults/general public

Georgia (Savannah)

Apartment Safety ‐ “Safety Begins at Home” ‐ Reduce tripping and falling hazards, poisons

HUD property – Apartment residents

Georgia (Savannah)

Mold in Apartments and Homes

‐ Addressed mold problems in living environments Renters and low‐income consumers

Georgia (Savannah)

Saving Money on your Utilities

‐ Tips for reducing energy and water costs Parents of Pre‐K children

Georgia (Chatham Co.)

Water Conservation at Home

‐ Ways to reduce water use and maintain septic systems General public

Georgia (Oglethorpe Co.)

Home Safety for Emergency Responders

‐ How to prepare for/handle natural disasters and emergency situations

Community leaders and emergency responders

Georgia (Richmond Co.)

Emergency Disaster Preparedness

‐ Information on how to plan ahead for emergencies Senior adults

Georgia (Cobb Co.)

Green Cleaning ‐ Making and using green cleaners Senior adults

Georgia (Telfair Co.)

Three Ways to a Safer Home

‐ Creating a safer home environment Senior adults

Georgia (Sumter Co.)

Lunch N Learn – Healthy Environment

‐ Links between health and home environment ‐ Ways to make your home healthier

Hospital staff

Georgia (Savannah)

Saving Money on your Utilities

‐ Tips for reducing energy and water costs Parents of Pre‐K children

Georgia (Lanier Co.)

Know your Dough and Home Safety

‐ Financial management and kitchen safety School food service workers

Georgia Green Cleaning ‐ Making and using green cleaning products to reduce chemicals indoors

General public

Georgia Essentials for Healthy Homes Providers

‐ Healthy Homes Credential Course State and county health departments

Georgia (Hall Co.)

Cresswind Community Program

‐ Radon info/testing kits for active senior housing Community

Senior adults

Georgia (Bremen, Carroll Co.)

Radon in Air ‐ Dangers of radon, testing your home, and mitigating Rotary Club

Georgia (Webinar)

Introduction to Mold

‐ Understanding mold, moisture control, and mold cleanup

Extension Agents

Georgia (Webinar)

Radon in Air

‐ Understanding harmful radon effects, why it is important to test, and how to mitigate if radon level is high

Extension agents

Georgia (Barrow Co.)

Radon Poster Contest

‐ Promoting the Radon poster contest Elementary students

Georgia International Conference Presentation

‐ Turner, P.R. (2015, March 19). Healthy Homes: Using social media to educate parents about how to improve indoor air quality and reduce contaminants. Paper presented at the International Federation for Home Economics conference and European Association for Home Economics conference, Valletta, Malta.

Home economic educators

Georgia Conference Presentation

‐ Turner, P.R. & Valente, J. (2015, April 18). Injury prevention for seniors through active learning. Workshop presentation at Southern Gerontology Society Conference, Williamsburg, VA.

Gerontology educators

Louisiana HHS Outreach and Education

‐ Extension agents collaborated with New Orleans Global Green on grant proposal to conduct HHS outreach and education

Limited resource communities in the Greater New Orleans area

Louisiana Technical Training

‐ Technical healthy homes training in each of the four Extension regions of the state

Mississippi Extension field agents

Louisiana (Baton, Rouge)

Training

‐ Two‐day Healthy Homes Solutions curriculum in‐ service training at LaHouse Resource Center ‐ Participants received HHS Toolkit, USB drive with HHS resources, and Help Yourself to a Healthy Home booklets Regions received 2 flipchart teaching kits on IAQ and Lead ‐ HHS training, outreach brainstorming, technical tour of

36 Extension Specialists and collaborators from Louisiana and Mississippi

LaHouse healthy home features ‐ Action plan developed for healthy homes outreach

Louisiana (New Orleans)

Realtor Lunch‐n‐ Learn

‐ HHS Indoor Air Quality lesson for realtor lunch‐n‐learn. ‐ Extension healthy home consumer publications shared

40 Realtors

Missouri (St. Louis)

Healthy Homes Symposium

‐ Free half day Healthy Homes Symposium hosted by St. Louis Healthy and Sustainable Housing Initiative ‐ Kevin Kennedy ‐ Keynote Speaker from the Center for Environmental Health at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. ‐ Goal: increase agency and partner knowledge about healthy homes principles, incorporate healthy homes principles and practices into work, and form future partnerships

55 Symposium Participants

Missouri (St. Louis)

Youth IDA Rent Smart

‐ Program designed to help youth aging out of the foster system successfully transition to independent living ‐ Youth who have shown a previous record of earned income, are encouraged to save money that the United Way matches to utilize on asset specific purchases ‐ University of Missouri ‐ Extension provides life skill (housing and nutrition) and financial education to youth ‐ The second session of the Rent Smart program is utilized with youth to educate them about how to identify home health hazard (carbon monoxide, radon, mold, lead poisoning, etc.), how to reduce pests through integrated pest management techniques, how to clean and maintain their apartment, improve indoor air quality, and how to use, store, and dispose of pesticides and other hazardous household products

33 Youth aging out of the foster system

Missouri

Universal Design and Aging in Place

‐ Program designed to educate on home modifications and design techniques to reduce home safety hazards and promote successful aging in place

4 Participants

Missouri Homeworks (Columbia)

‐ Assists new and existing homeowners in protecting their investment by learning about basic home repairs, maintenance, life‐cycle costs and routine inspections necessary to successfully keep a home for long term

25 New and Existing Homeowners

Missouri Integrated Pest Management (Columbia)

‐ Education about environmentally friendly ways to control pest infestations

2 Participants

Missouri Home Ownership Made Easier

‐ First time home buyer program which explains the home‐ buying process to prospective homeowners

3 Participants

Missouri (Cassville)

MARC

40 participants

Missouri (Nodaway County)

Lighting Presentation

‐ Nodaway County Livestock Show Lighting Presentation 534 Livestock show participants

Missouri

Poster Presentation

‐ National Environmental Health Association

200 Conference participants

Missouri Healthy Homes Programs

‐ 14 Healthy Homes sessions in Urban West Region 400 Participants

Missouri Presentations ‐ 23 other various Healthy Homes Presentations 1089 Participants

Missouri Extreme Heat Safety for Elderly

‐ 9 workshops in Southeast and East Central regions 307 Participants

Missouri

Radon Leader Training Workshop

11 Participants

Missouri Radon Leader Training Workshop

‐ Training shared with Family and Community Educators

85 Participants

Missouri

Reducing Asthma and Allergy Triggers in Child Care Environments

‐ Taught directors and staff the tools, information, and techniques to reduce children’s exposure to common asthma triggers

37 Participants

Missouri Home Ownership Made Easier

‐ First time home buyer program which explains the home‐ buying process to prospective homeowners

10 Participants

Missouri (Bonne Terre)

Creating a Safe and Healthy Environment

‐ Life skills training was presented to homeless shelter residents ‐ They learned the dangers of second hand smoke for children, the value of selecting and using low‐cost, non‐ toxic cleaning products, simple techniques to reduce asthma and allergy triggers, and no‐cost steps to improve air quality and in the shelter and in future apartments

10 Homeless shelter residents

Missouri Tools For Schools ‐ Indoor Air Quality Toolkit = 2 teachers 2 Teachers

Missouri Getting Organized for a Healthy Home

Head Start parents training 14 Participants

Oklahoma (Southwest Region, Chickasha)

Low Cost Cleaning and Green Cleaning

OHCE District Leader Lesson and FCS Educators

Oklahoma (Fairview)



Oklahoma (Miami)



Oklahoma (Coalgate)



Oklahoma (Tahlequah)

Bedbug Presentation

Oklahoma Department of Human Services Workers

Oklahoma (Stillwater)

Bedbug Presentation

Payne County Department of Human Services workers

Oklahoma

Healthy Homes Grab and Go: Lesson 9: Mold and Moisture control

Education Webinars FCS Educators: On‐Line Issue Team

Oklahoma

Heathy Homes Grab and Go: Lesson 8: Asthma and Allergies

Education Webinars

FCS Educators: On‐Line Issue Team

Oklahoma

Heathy Homes Grab and Go: Lesson 7: Lead In your home


Oklahoma

Heathy Homes Grab and Go: Lesson 6: Pest management


Oklahoma

Heathy Homes Grab and Go: Lesson 5: Home Safety


Oklahoma

Heathy Homes Grab and Go: Lesson 4: Energy efficiency and healthy housing

Education Webinars


Oklahoma

Heathy Homes Grab and Go: Lesson 3: Protecting private drinking water wells and managing on site waste systems

Education Webinars


Tennessee

Healthy Homes Training

Knox County Health Department Home Visitation Staff

Tennessee

Healthy Homes and Lead Poisoning Prevention

In service training West Tennessee Public Health Nurses

Tennessee Healthy Housing

Environmental Show of the South

Environmental professionals

Tennessee

Essentials for Healthy Homes Practitioners

2 day training

Extension agents/Knoxville‐Knox county CAC

Tennessee Eco‐Healthy Childcare

Train the trainer

Extension agents (3 different locations)

Tennessee Eco Health Childcare

In‐service Childcare workers (2 different counties)

Tennessee Public Health 240 Graduate Course (3 guest lectures) Graduate Students

Tennessee

Mold and Moisture

Webinar

Extension agents, public health professionals housing authorities, not‐for‐profit organizations, healthcare professionals

Tennessee

Pests and Pesticides

Webinar

Extension agents, public health professionals housing authorities, not‐for‐profit organizations, healthcare professionals

Tennessee

Healthy Homes Rating System

2 day training

Knoxville‐Knox County CAC

Tennessee Healthy Homes Brief Introduction

Orientation New Extension Agents

OUTPUT

Displays/Exhibits


Alaska (Palmer)

Healthy Homes Exhibit

Alaska State Fair 36 Fair Participants

Alaska (Haines)


Southeast State Fair

Connecticut 2 Healthy Homes Exhibits

185 military connected youth and family

Georgia (Chatham County)

Earth Day – Conservation in your home

Ways people can reduce water and energy use, maintain septic tanks, and use of green cleaning products.

General Public

Georgia (Dekalb County

Radon in Real Exhibit on radon at the Dekalb County Farmer’s Market General Public

Georgia (Athens‐Clarke County)

Health Fair Interactive exhibit on poisons in the home and how to reduce accidental poisoning

General Public

Georgia (Pike County)

Health Fair Exhibit including publications on home maintenance checklist, mold prevention and green cleaning

General public

Georgia (Gwinnett)

Wellness Fair Exhibit with information on healthy home environments, food safety and healthy eating

General public

Georgia Association of County Commissions of GA

Exhibit to increase awareness: radon, testing, mitigation County government officials

Georgia Georgia Municipal Association (GMA)

Exhibit to increase awareness: radon, testing, mitigation City government officials

Louisiana LaHouse Resource Center

‐ The LaHouse Resource Center exhibits many healthy homes features, displays and publications ‐ Life size “resident” of the safe and healthy nursery room closet, Ted, the Lead‐Safe Certified Renovator. ‐ Field trip of high school students selected by Tulane University’s Environmental Health Science summer camp.

640 Professionals and Consumers

Missouri (St. Louis County)

Proud Green Home

‐ Guided tour of a new home that implemented the latest energy efficiency and healthy homes technology. ‐ Building professionals had the opportunity to tour the home, learn more about industry leading techniques, products used in the home, see first‐hand the value of high performance design and building. ‐ Michael Goldschimdt and I spoke about the National Healthy Homes Partnership and how we might be able to work with building professionals and homeowner.

50 Green home professionals

Missouri (Urban West Region)

ADA Symposium University of Missouri Kansas City 125 Professionals

Missouri


National Urban Extension Conference 27 Urban Extension Professionals

Missouri (EC Region)

2 healthy homes exhibits

325 people

Missouri (WC Region)

1 healthy homes display

200 people

Missouri (Moberly)

1 healthy homes exhibit

YMCA Healthy Community Fair 68 participants

Missouri (Columbia)

1 exhibit Earth Day Festival 87 participants


Lighting Presentation

Nodaway County Fair Parade Float 2000 participants


Lighting Display Nodaway County Fair 600 participants

Missouri (Park Hills)

Healthy Homes and Safety Displays

Community Partnership Wellness Fair 850 participants

Missouri (Iron County)


Safety and Emergency Preparedness Fair 150 Participants



Courthouse Annex

100 Participants



County Fair 4000 Participants

Tennessee (Tipton County)

Healthy Housing Exhibit

Housing Fair

General Public

Tennessee (Lake County)

Healthy Housing Exhibit

Baby/Parenting Shower

Expecting and Current Parents

Tennessee Healthy Housing Women in Agriculture Expo

Expo Attendees

Tennessee Healthy Homes Environmental Show of the South Environmental Professionals

Tennessee (Union County)

Healthy Homes Healthy Kids Day Parents

Tennessee (Gatlinburg)

Healthy Homes Eco informational day General Public

Tennessee (Dickson County)

Healthy Homes Baby/Parenting Fair Expecting and Current Parents

OUTPUT

TV Programs/Radio Spots


Alaska Radio Cleaning Green for Dr. Luper 200 listeners

Alaska TV Local TV channel 13 Unknown

Georgia Atlanta homes built with radioactive concrete

‐ TV news story about radon in building materials. ‐ Mentions UGA Extension for radon test kits.

General public

Missouri Radio

10 radio programs going out on cable TV communications with 2 different radio stations

General Public

Missouri Radio 4 radio stations

16,500 + listeners

Missouri TV

Post Flooding Moisture and Mold

KY3 Broadcast Audience

Missouri Radio KREI, KTJJ, B104 Regional Radio interviews 600,000 estimated listeners

OUTPUT

Newsletters/News Articles/Blog Posts


Alaska

Healthy Homes Partnership Monthly Newsletter

Article contribution about Alaska Housing Outreach Healthy Homes Professionals

Alaska Blog posts 7 healthy homes blog posts written www.uafcesenergy.wordpress.com

General Public

Georgia News Article Green cleaning General Public

Georgia News Article Time for Spring Cleaning General Public

Georgia News Article Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite! General Public

Georgia News Article Carbon Monoxide Poisoning General Public

Georgia Blog Post Gifts to keep you safe General Public; 71 views

Georgia Blog Post Healthy Home: Leave it at the door General Public; 81 views

Georgia Blog Post How to Reduce Asthma & Allergy Triggers in your home General Public; 40 views

Georgia Blog Post Granite countertops and radon General Public; 25 views

Georgia Blog Post Women, radon and lung cancer General Public; 21 views

Georgia Blog Post Tips to avoid bringing bedbugs home General Public; 25 views

Georgia Blog Post Preparing your home for winter General Public; 12 views

Georgia Blog Post Poisons in your home General Public; 9 views

Georgia Blog Post Create a healthy home: use green cleaners General Public; 8 views

Georgia Blog Post Create a healthy home: reduce asthma triggers General Public; 7 views

Georgia Blog Post Providing a healthy home environment for children General Public; 5 views

Georgia Blog Post Stopping drafts in your home General Public; 3 views

Georgia Blog Post Create a healthy home: childproof your home General Public; 5 views

Georgia Blog Post A child's healthy home tip to keep pests out General Public; 5 views

Georgia Blog Post Got mold? General Public; 4 views

Georgia Blog Post 7 tips to make your home healthy General Public; 3 views

Georgia Blog Post Smoke alarms help save lives General Public; 3 views

Missouri News Article Interview for news article about poison prevention week with University of Missouri Cooperative Media

General Public

Missouri News Article 17 news articles related to healthy homes General Public

Missouri News Article 1 news article for Clark County Herald General Public

Missouri News Article Distribution of Help Yourself to a Healthy Homes books 133 general public

Missouri News Article Two Healthy homes news articles distributed to media in 20 counties. General Public

Missouri News Article

News article for National Poison Prevention Week on the dangers of Laundry Packet punch to children, was written in collaboration with MU Cooperative Extension staff writer Linda Guist.

General Public

Missouri News Article

News article for National Poison Prevention Week on Home Safety and keeping poisons out of reach. Written in collaboration with MU Cooperative Extension Staff Writer Linda Guist.

General Public

Missouri Handouts/ factsheets

Handouts and fact sheets distributed through displays and meetings

450 distributed

Missouri Healthy Homes Information

Newcomers Welcome Wagon presented HH information in Extension Welcome package.

300 New Residents

OUTPUT

Publications, Curricula, and Resources Developed

State Type Description

Alaska Adaptation of HHP Modules

Half of Healthy Home Partnership Modules adapted for Alaska’s rural nature and climate.

Alaska Adaption of HH checklist

Healthy Homes checklist adapted for home assessment; handed out at fairs and other venues

Connecticut UCONN Extension Website for HHP

‐ UCONN Extension Website page created for Healthy Homes Partnership. ‐ Lists UCONN educators on grant team.

Connecticut Website Update The UCONN Extension Residential Water Quality Website page was updated.

Connecticut Connecticut Healthy Homes Website

‐ Work on Connecticut Healthy Homes website through University of Connecticut Extension. ‐ Site just went live and will continue to be updated. ‐ www.healthyhomes.uconn.edu

Connecticut

Social Media for Healthy Homes Partnership (Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest)

‐ Twitter: Everything posted on HHP Facebook page also posts to HHP twitter account. ‐ Example: “Green Cleaning” tip on June 24th, “When shopping for cleaning supplies go green, and look for third party certifications to help keep your home healthy!” Pinterest: Includes various Healthy Home Boards. ‐ Boards include healthy homes, household product hazards, asthma and allergy awareness, mold and moisture, radon, home safety tips for seniors, pests and pesticides, green cleaning, carbon monoxide, childproofing your home, indoor air quality, pet safety and summer safety. ‐ Boards are places where articles, infographics, and photos can be “re pinned” from other users ‐ Connecticut office added the pages pet safety and summer safety. ‐ “Re‐pinned” articles about various Healthy Homes topics from other creditable sources. Facebook: Facebook is the social media site updated most frequently.

‐ Allows for scheduled post planning well into future. ‐ During summer months posts focused on water safety, sun safety, skin cancer awareness, heat exhaustion and other summer related topics. ‐ Posts planning based on “awareness months”. Posts throughout the month are planned around the awareness month.

Georgia

Reducing contaminates

Turner, P.R. (2015). Leave it at the door: A guide to reducing contaminants in your home. (Circular 1070).

Athens, GA: University of Georgia extension. (Major revisions; original published 2010). Available at http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.cfm?number=C1070.

Georgia

Household Water Quality

Saha, U., Mowrer, J., Turner, P., Sonon, L. & Smith, R. (2015). Your household water quality: Iron and

Maganese. (Circular No. 858‐11). Athens, GA: University of Georgia Extension. (Major revisions; original published 2003). Available at http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.cfm?number=C858‐11.

Georgia

Radon Mitigation

Turner, P.R., Walters, G. & Fan, L. (2015). Radon mitigations – dos and don’ts. (HACE‐E‐75). Athens, GA:

University of Georgia Extension. (Major revisions; original work published 2009). Available at http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.cfm?number=C1065.

Georgia

Healthy Homes publication (Spanish version)

Gibson, S. M. S., & Turner, P. R. (Translated into Spanish by Ines L. Beltran & Lindsey Bailey, 2015). Limpieza Ecologica: Recetas para un Hogar Saludable. (Publication No. HACE‐E‐73‐1). Athens, GA: University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. (Original work published 2008). Available at http://www.fcs.uga.edu/docs/SPANISH_HACE‐E‐73‐1_FINAL_VERSION.pdf.

Georgia Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UGAGreenWay?fref=ts

Georgia Twitter https://twitter.com/UGA_GreenWay

Georgia Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/ugagreenway/

Georgia Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/UGAGreenWay

Georgia Wordpress https://ugagreenway.wordpress.com

Louisiana

HUD Rebuild Healthy Home

‐ Completed 50+ page manuscript for HUD Rebuild Healthy Home: Guide to Post‐Disaster Restoration for a Safe and Healthy Home publication ‐ Targeting homeowners and volunteers. ‐ Conducted a focus group (11 participants) and utilized the results of three focus groups in different locations to fine tune the document to meet target audience needs.

Louisiana

Evaluation for HHS Curriculum

‐ Developed a composite impact evaluation form for the HHS curriculum, designed to be used as a follow up with audiences that have participated in a series of HHS lesson, to determine actual (instead of intended) adoption.

Louisiana

Development of Healthy Homes Partnership Newsletter

‐ Developed and distributed first three issues of Healthy Homes Highlights newsletter

‐ Resource and technical update for HHP educators and collaborators nationwide. ‐ Emailed to the HHP email list, the USDA‐NIFA listserve, HHP state coalition or advisory board members.

‐ Each newsletter includes: Director’s Update, HUD and NIFA Happenings, State HHP Stories, a Topic of the

Month, Social Snacks, News, Resources for Reaching and Teaching, and Upcoming Events – with heavy

inclusion of images and brief, interesting articles and news.

‐ The June issue included a brief summary of each of the 8 state HHP projects.

‐ Each following issue includes an HHP “State Story” to share useful methods, ideas and insights.

Louisiana

Rebuild Healthy Homes

‐ Completed Rebuild Healthy Homes: Guide to Post‐disaster Restoration for a Safe and Healthy Home ‐ Publication and mobile app: www.hud.gov/healthyhomes

Missouri

Classroom materials

Healthy Homes Power Point development for programming

Missouri

Evaluation Material Development

Developed pre‐post tests for healthy homes programming for some community action agencies

Missouri

Evaluation Material Development

Developed a follow‐up survey for international students regarding impact learning about infestations, mold, and mildew.

Missouri

Healthy Homes Partnership Marketing Materials

‐ Educational displays/posters developed for National Healthy Homes Partnership to support the HH Toolkit. ‐ HH educators anywhere will be able to purchase the posters through University of Missouri Publications. ‐ Nine posters developed currently being printed for distribution throughout Missouri. ‐ Twenty five sets have been ordered for each of the nine Extension housing faculty in Missouri. ‐ Customizable poster designs shared electronically with National Healthy Homes Extension partners.

Missouri

Head Start program development: curricula

‐ Getting Organized for a Healthy Home. ‐ Curriculum/follow‐up evaluation development for Head Start parent training. ‐ Education on reducing clutter in the home which impacts health by reducing the potential for indoor air pollutants such as dust mites, mold, pests, rodents and accidental exposure to chemicals and poisons.

Montana

Restructure and Enhancement of HHP website

‐ Restructuring of www.extensionhealthyhomes.org ‐ Provide access to healthy homes materials and resources ‐ Easy‐to‐access, consumer‐friendly information. ‐ New features and resources have been added to the website:

Healthy Homes Educators tab: drop‐down menu for newsletters, webinars, etc.,

Consumer Resources tab:

Episodes from WxTV (a national weatherization training show developed in 2010 by the

Montana Weatherization Training Center) expert advice, how‐to techniques, innovation.

Comprehensive listing of Healthy Homes Partnership support organizations.

Consumer‐friendly Healthy Homes information.

Tracking tab: Database limited to Healthy Homes Partnership and password protected.

Ensures integrity and content of PowerPoint lessons remains intact.

Oklahoma

Cooperative Extension News Briefs

‐ News articles targeted to Family and Consumer Science educators and consumers. ‐ Designed to help increase knowledge and act as a catalyst for behavior changes. ‐ OSU Agricultural Communications make all news articles available for use in statewide media outlets.

Oklahoma

Flood resources and press releases

Traci L. Naile, (OSU Assistant Professor; Agricultural Communications), worked with the American Red Cross external relations team to provide resources related to the 2015 flooding in Oklahoma. American Red Cross agreed to develop a series of one‐page tip sheets based on press releases. Tip sheets were distributed on American Red Cross trucks and in service centers supporting flood survivors.

Oklahoma Blog

Gina Peek’s Oklahoma Cooperative Extension FCS Educator blog: http://itsonthehousewithginapeek.blogspot.com/

Oklahoma Fall Risk Reduction Checklist

Peek, G., & Bishop, A. (September 9, 2015). Handle with care: A checklist to help older adults reduce falls risk. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service fact sheet. T‐5144.

Oklahoma

Medication Safety

Bishop, A., & Peek, G. (April 21, 2015). Handle with care: Medication safety for older adults. Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service fact sheet. T‐3621.

Oklahoma

Healthy Homes Solutions editing

IN progress: Editing /revising Healthy Home Solutions lessons 1‐12 as needed to ensure consistency and quality

OUTCOME

Actions and Behavior Changes as a Result of Programs

State Program Description

Alaska

Potential mold issue Response

‐ Tenant had issue with discoloration and conflict with landlord over material. ‐ Reviewing photos sent (350+ miles away) it was determined the markings were not mold ‐ Related to stud shadows (poor insulation of building. ‐ Letter written to give resident relief.

Connecticut

Social Media Impact

‐ Hard to quantify impacts of postings and websites upon consumers. ‐ Information not given through social media sites or webpages unless the user posts a specific comment ‐ Our most popular posts are as follows:

Infographic on home cooling and energy saving: 263 people reached, 12 likes, comments, shares.

Infographic on “pet proofing” your home: 61 people reached, 5 likes, comments, shares

Green cleaning home quiz: 55 people reached, 4 likes, comments, shares

Article on pool chemical safety: 69 people reached, 3 likes, comments, shares

Forest Fire post:110 people reached, 3 likes

Georgia

Radon testing impacts

‐ 705 radon test kits distributed for free or sold ‐ 400 people tested their homes for radon

Georgia Healthy Homes Specialists

‐ 15 people credentialed as Healthy Homes Specialists

Georgia Mold Mitigation ‐ 1 person made extensive repairs to his home to mitigate future mold problems

Missouri

Healthy Homes Symposium

‐ What participants said they would do differently as a result of the workshop: ‐ Better address healthy homes hazards with clients ‐ Prompted to complete more research on possible resources to give to citizens ‐ Broaden scope of healthy home investigation (what to look for and address in the home)

‐ Collaborate and engage with other community partners to address healthy homes issues ‐ Expand their use of green cleaning products ‐ Schedule educational info nights with parents at schools about home health issues affecting their family ‐ Be open and aware to other healthy home issues while completing a lead assessment ‐ Change method of approach and focus on interaction between families and those going into the home as related to healthy homes issues ‐ Begin to mention healthy homes ideas and initiatives to the clients they work with ‐ Be an advocate for clients to approach landlords about healthy homes issues ‐ Continue spreading educational info related to healthy homes and best practices ‐ Encourage clients to support children’s health by using improved cleaning methods

Missouri

Mold and Moisture Inspection

‐ 4 home visits to inspect mold and moisture, all clients reported that their overall health conditions and indoor air quality had improved while humidity levels had been decreased within the home. ‐ 3 homeowners spent significantly less than market cost for basic home moisture/mold observation leading to the savings of several hundred dollars of testing and potentially thousands in unmerited cleanup costs

Missouri

Home Ownership Made Easier

‐ Homebuyer classes from February 2015 to June 2015 qualified 5 participants in WC region for USDA Rural Development financing. ‐ Program reduces risk of loan default and protects the value of their investment.

o ‐ All participants planned to change their furnace filters, test for radon, save energy, and work to improve o their indoor air quality.

Missouri

Results of Radon Testing

- 1 homeowner tested and verified that home radon level was ok

Missouri

Youth IDA Rent Smart Class on Healthy Homes

‐ 24 of 33 participants stated they would apply green cleaning strategies ‐ 25 of 33 participants stated they could identify home health hazards (Carbon monoxide, radon, mold, lead poisoning, etc.) and understand actions steps to take to protect their health.

‐ 20 of 33 participants stated that they felt they could reduce pests through integrated pest management techniques. ‐ 22 of 33 participants stated they will properly use, store, and dispose of pesticides and other hazardous household products. ‐ 22 of 33 participants stated they felt they could properly clean and maintain their home ‐ 24 of 33 participants stated they understood the importance of having good indoor air quality and that they could apply action steps to improve it.

Missouri

Mold and Moisture Reduction

‐ Many reported indoor air quality improvement, preventing mold and mildew by implementing suggested measures. ‐ One client whose basement flooded credits the information she received from preventing further damage, preventing mold and mildew by quickly addressing and taking the proper measures to assure that she could return her finished basement to its original state. ‐ International students expressed they were taking measures to prevent infestations and mold and mildew.

Missouri

Indoor Air Quality Improvement

‐ Many participants had allergies or asthma and were glad to learn what they can do to improve their indoor air quality and eliminate or reduce the number of triggers in their homes.

Missouri Energy Saving Measures

‐ Many participants who participated in the energy efficiency programs expressed appreciation for the energy saving products they received and were anxious to go home and implement.

Missouri Mold and Moisture Reduction

‐ Feedback received from several clients who sought information regarding mold and mildew during summer flash flooding. ‐ Client implemented recommended healthy homes measures and basement no longer smells like mold and she is very pleased.

Missouri Green Cleaning ‐ Participants taking Green Cleaning classes indicated using fewer chemicals as a result of class because they can make their own cleaners, improving indoor air quality and saving money.

Missouri

Smart Lighting Strategies for Your Home

‐Presented to 20 high school students during two sessions at Lee’s Summit North High School. Evaluations indicated the following: Session 1: ‐Before I participated in this program, my knowledge, skills, or understanding was None(22%N=2) A little(44%N=4) Some(33%N=3) A lot(0) A great deal(0) ‐After I participated in this program, my knowledge, skills, or understanding was None(0) A little (0) Some(0) A lot(33%N=3) A great deal(67%N=6) ‐As a result of what you learned in this program, what actions do you plan to take or have you taken? None(N=0) ‐I plan to learn more about lighting as a result of this program. (11%N=1) ‐I plan to use the information learned in future class projects (78%N=7) ‐I plan to make home lighting improvements as a result of this program. (78%N=7) Session 2: ‐Before I participated in this program, my knowledge, skills, or understanding was None (9%N=1) A little(18%N=2) Some(64%N=7) A lot(9%N=1) A great deal(0) ‐After I participated in this program, my knowledge, skills, or understanding was None(0) A little(0) Some(18%N=2) A lot(36%N=4) A great deal (45.5%N=5) ‐As a result of what you learned in this program, what actions do you plan to take or have you taken? ‐None (11%N=1) ‐I plan to learn more about lighting as a result of this program. (27%N=3) ‐I plan to use the information learned in future class projects(45.5%N=5) ‐I plan to make home lighting improvements as a result of this program.(45.5%N=5)

Missouri

Rent Smart

‐Healthy Homes informational resources are an integral part of the Rent Smart curriculum. The audiences for Rent Smart are primarily adult renters who have had previous problems in the rental market. ‐ 100% of the individuals reported that they would recommend the Rent Smart program to others. ‐ All of the individuals have indicated their knowledge, skills, or understanding were increased as a result of the Rent Smart program.

‐ One recent client shared with the class how the information she received from Rent Smart helped her to successfully negotiate a lease agreement and to select a unit she believes meets the indoor air quality standards addressed during class. She had two units to review and she felt one was in much better physical condition, based on the criteria that was emphasized during class. She also stated that the apartment management did not provide her with a rental condition checklist. They may in the near future. However, if needed, she has the Rent Smart Rental Condition Checklist and will be able to use it when she moves in.

Missouri

Radon Testing Leader Training

‐ Radon Testing Leader Training program development included securing samples and educational materials from the MO Department of Health and Senior Services. ‐The sample kits demonstrated how easy it is to conduct a radon test and cards to order free kits were provided to elderly participants who are not able to order their kit online. ‐Eleven participants shared the information with 85 Family and Community Educators club members. ‐All would recommend the program to others. All reported significant knowledge gain about the dangers of radon gas and how to test their homes. ‐Five people have reported ordering a free radon test kit through the MO Department of Health and Senior Services.

Regional Workgroups/advisory boards

Connecticut Healthy Homes Advisory Board

A Healthy Homes Advisory Board has convened. Members have completed a survey to help determine the direction the board would like to continue in the future. A meeting will be held this autumn.

Georgia Americus/

Sumter county

Rural GA Healthy Homes Advisory Group

Healthy Homes Professionals

Louisiana La. DHH HH advisory group

Participated in the La. DHH Healthy Homes and Lead Program Advisory Board Meeting

Louisiana La. Healthy Homes Coalition

We re‐established a Louisiana Healthy Homes Coalition representing public health agencies, Extension, medical center outreach offices, universities, and Global Green

Missouri

St. Louis Healthy and Sustainable Housing Initiative

Oklahoma Healthy Homes Advisory Group

The Oklahoma Healthy Homes Advisory Board includes: Oklahoma cooperative Extension Service, Oklahoma Department of Health, and US Department of Housing and Urban Development

Tennessee

Healthy Homes Advisory Group

The Tennessee Healthy Homes Advisory Group met for the first time face to face. A facilitator was utilized to determine the future of those group. The goal was for the group to become its own entity, rather than a support group for UT Extension healthy homes programming. The meeting was highly successful. It was determined the group would be known as the Tennessee Healthy Homes Partnership, to offer continuity with the National Healthy Homes Partnership. LeBonheur Children’s hospital has facilitated the creation of the Memphis/Shelby County Healthy Homes Partnership. We hope to set the model for other communities to form like partnerships. A listserve has been established to encourage and simplify communication among the partners. A logo has been designed, again to link the National Healthy homes Partnership.

* Every state has created a Healthy Homes Advisory Board as part of their obligation as a National Healthy Homes Grant Partner. However,

information was only included above if that state mentioned specific objectives, goals, or accomplishments of their Advisory Board.

Total Contacts



Trainings/Workshops/Presentations 60 12 705 2598 724 4099

Displays/Exhibits 36 185 2855 8582 1817 13475

3. TV programs/Radio spots 200 80000 616500 696700

4. News articles 66100 16 66116

5. Newsletters with Healthy Home information

161 890 2001251

6. Telephone calls (Healthy Home related)

36 20 300 224 27 15622

7. Direct Mail 17 17

8. Web site activity (Healthy Home related)

7 4971 9 4987

9. Social Media 575 *10904 11479

9. Home visits 21 21

10. Other (list) 1 1


1. Extension faculty, staff, and volunteers 3 3 35 36 174 100 91

442

2. Non‐profit social service providers 1 30 38 20 107

196

3. Health Department officials/staff 1 27 40 119 187

4. Childcare providers 81 114 195

5. Others (please list): 42 40 201 66 349

Total 800137

* Some states appear to count by number of programs taught, others count by number of participants for total programs. This also occurred in other categories. Some reported number of newsletters written, others reported the number of people the newsletter reached. This issue will be clarified and fixed for the next report. * Social Media Number for Georgia reflect total numbers of likes, followers, tweets, boards, pins, views, subscribers, etc. Healthy Homes Partnership Social Media

Facebook = 172 likes

Twitter = 63 tweets, 15 followers

Pinterest = 24 following, 13 boards, 106 pin UGA GreenWay

Facebook = 551 likes

Twitter = 3184 tweets, 631 followers,

Pinterest = 877 following, 25 boards, 447 pins

Youtube = 3454 views, 12 subscribers, 17 videos

Wordpress (blog) = 986 followers, 327 views

PROGRAMMING PHOTOS

Georgia

Radon in Water Training in Athens on February 27, 2015 Thanks to funding from EPA, the UGA Radon Education Program purchased a Liquid Scintillator and began working with the UGA Agricultural Services Lab to provide radon in water testing. UGA conducted a training for Extension Agents, radon mitigators, and home inspectors. The training course covered a history of radon, radon in air, radon in water, and how to test for radon in water. (29 attendees)

Dr. Jake Mowrer, with the UGA Ag Services Lab, using a Geiger counter to show the level of radioactivity of the Revigator. The Revigator is a ceramic crock lined with uranium and radium. It was sold in the early 1900s. The purpose was to fill it with water that would be irradiated overnight and then consumed the next day to cure a variety of ailments, including

arthritis, senility and flatulence.

UGA Radon Educators (Becky Chenhall and Gabrielle Walters) presenting on radon in air

Radon in Air in Bremen in February

We conducted a presentation on radon for the Bremen Rotary Club. The Rotary Club’s focus in its mission statement is service in the local community, so they wanted radon education and testing to be a part of what they do. Kits were sold at the program and also left with the local county extension office so that they would be available to individuals local to the area.

UGA Radon Educator Gabrielle Walters (center) with Bremen Rotary Club officiers. Exhibits for City and County Officials (April & June) Working with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, the UGA Radon Program participated at conferences for two local government associations – the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) and the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA). At both events, the program had a booth providing information, educational extenders, and trivia games for participants to learn more about radon and testing their home. This was a great way to educate Georgia citizens and government officials about the importance of testing for radon.

Exhibit with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) DCA employee Adriane Woods

Radon Resistant New Construction (RRNC) in Lawrenceville on June 30th Unincorporated Gwinnett County passed a new requirement for new homes. They all must be built with passive radon systems. Working with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs we coordinated a training for the county code officials along with local home inspectors, home builders, and other interested parties (22 attendees).

Matt Koch, Southern Radon Reduction, teaching the RRNC course for Gwinnett County

Louisiana

MSU Agents trained at LSU collaborate with Bobbie Shaffett in Carthage, MS August 2015 Susan Cosgrove (left) with Teresa Lyle. David Buys, MSU Health Specialist also pictured below.

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