Childhood Lead Prevention Program | City of Detroit Childhood Lead Prevention Program On This Page block-detroitminew-views-block-news-events-block-1,News & Events*block-detroitminew-views-block-related-links-block-1,Related Links*block-detroitminew-views-block-video-playlist-block-1,Videos*documents-block,Documents*block-detroitminew-views-block-forms-block-1,Forms*block-views-block-faq-block-1,FAQs*block-detroitminew-views-block-district-map-block-1,District Map*block-views-block-council-office-directory-block-1,Office Directory*block-detroitminew-views-block-contacts-block-3,Contacts*block-detroitminew-views-block-contacts-block-4,Contacts*block-detroitminew-views-block-council-member-bio-block-1,Bio*block-detroitminew-views-block-sub-sections-block-1,Sections*block-detroitminew-views-block-web-apps-block-1,Web Apps*block-detroitminew-views-block-news-events-block-4,News*block-detroitminew-views-block-news-events-block-3-2,Events*block-detroitminew-views-block-contacts-special-block-1,Staff*block-detroitminew-views-block-statements-block-1,Statements*block-detroitminew-views-block-newsletters-block-1,Newsletters*block-detroitminew-views-block-newsletters-block-3,Ordinance*block-detroitminew-views-block-newsletters-block-2,Resolutions*block-detroitminew-views-block-newsletters-block-4,Memos The Childhood Lead Prevention Program seeks to eliminate childhood lead poisoning by increasing awareness regarding the hazards and sources of lead, identifying and caring for children from birth through six years of age and women who are pregnant, who have elevated blood lead levels (EBLL) and identifying and eliminating sources of lead exposure. The Childhood Lead Prevention Program Services: Case management, including home visits from Community Lead Advocates and Nurse Case Managers Lead testing to children under six years of age and women who are pregnant Provide referrals to community and health care partners as well as referrals for lead abatement and inspection Educate health care providers, community groups, and families Lead Testing is available at the Detroit Health Department every Thursday at 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Call (313) 876-0133 to make an appointment Detroit Health Department Lead Cleaning Demonstration Related Lead Programs: Lead Task Force The Detroit Lead Reduction Task Force (Lead Task Force) aims to reduce toxic lead exposure among Detroiters, particularly children, by working collaboratively across city departments and with community partners. Making Detroit Lead Safe Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD), highlights the work of the City of Detroit Departments surrounding Lead - Housing, Water, and Health. Detroit Lead Safe Housing Housing and Revitalization Department (HRD). A free program to remove lead-based paint hazards in homes where children under the age of 6 are living, including women who are pregnant. This includes ANY home where children would be living or visiting six hours a week. Related Links: CDC Lead Childhood Prevention Program Michigan Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Program Contact Information: Childhood Lead Prevention Program Office number: (313) 876-0133 100 Mack Avenue (First Floor), Detroit MI 48201 Email: [email protected] Lead Testing is available at the Detroit Health Department every Thursday at 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM News & Events Mar 20 Detroit's water sampling results stay under the Lead & Copper Rule action level News The city’s most recent water testing is well under t More Events More News Related Links Detroit LeadSafe Housing Making Detroit Lead Safe Documents Blood Lead Test A fingertip prick with a result greater than or equal to 3.5 (μg/dL) should be retested with a second test using blood from a vein. Well Fed, Less Lead Brochure Good nutrition is one way to protect your family from lead. For children and adults, three key nutrients can play a role in protecting the Take-Home Lead Prevention Brochure Lead dust can be carried home on their clothes, shoes, skin and hair. This "Take-Home" lead can be passed on to children and other family Blood Lead Level A quick reference guide for primary care providers. Blood Lead Risk Assessment Complete the risk assessment to learn about your risk factors that may indicate the need for blood lead testing. Safe Lead Cleaning Guide A homeowner and tenant guide on how to safely clean and remove lead paint chips and dust. More Documents Contacts City Directory Childhood Lead Prevention Program Office: (313) 876-0133 [email protected] Childhood Lead Prevention Program Office: (313) 876-0133 100 Mack Avenue (First Floor), Detroit MI 48201 [email protected] Childhood Lead Prevention Program 100 Mack Avenue (First Floor), Detroit MI 48201 (313) 876-0133 8:30 AM - 5 PM, Lead Testing is available every Thursday during normal business hours. City Directory