The community of Chester has encountered significant challenges in accessing healthcare, mainly due to socioeconomic barriers, limited resources, and health disparities. Addressing these issues demands innovative solutions that leverage the expertise and resources of various organizations. Together for Chester is a collaboration that includes healthcare providers, government leaders, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, and academic institutions. Through this partnership, we have developed and implemented impactful initiatives aimed at tackling the healthcare challenges faced by the Chester community.

Free help may be available to make your home safer.

Lead can harm children’s learning, behavior, and long-term health. Lead is often found in older homes, peeling paint, dust, soil, and sometimes water from older plumbing.

You may qualify if:

• Your home is in Chester
• Your home was built before 1978
• A child under 6 lives in or visits the home, or someone in the home is pregnant
• Your household meets income requirements
• The property owner agrees to participate, if you rent

Services include:

• FREE lead risk assessment
• FREE lead hazard repairs for qualifying homes
• FREE healthy homes assessment
• FREE help identifying asthma triggers and indoor air quality concerns
• FREE air purifiers
• FREE support referrals and education

Questions?

Call or text: 484-846-5130
Email: fboldon@cityofchesterpa.gov