Housing and Environmental Health

What if my baby and I do not have a place to live?

• There are agencies that can help you find housing.

     o They can help you find a temporary place to live.

     o They also can help you find a permanent place to live.

     o Visit MI Bridges www.Michigan.gov/MiBridges

What if my house or apartment is in an unsafe neighborhood?

• If you live in an unsafe neighborhood, you should have a safety plan in mind. This means knowing exactly what you would do if you were threatened – who you would call and where you would go.

• Always lock entry doors, car doors, windows, etc.

• You may be able to get your local police to come and do a safety inspection.

How do I keep my baby safe from environmental hazards in our home?

• Find out how to prevent lead poisoning. Lead can be in old paint, household dust, soil, and some ceramics. Learn more about lead from MDHHS MI Lead Safe www.Michigan.gov/MiLeadSafe

• Find out how to prevent problems caused by toxic household chemicals. These chemicals are in cleaning products, pesticides, paint, and automotive products.