Healthy Homes Program

How it works

Healthy Homes of Madison County is a free health and safety checkup and education program for Madison County residents. Homeowners can request a free in-home visit to assess health and safety concerns that may affect their residence and to learn what they can do next.

What the program covers

The program offers:

• Free in-home visual health and safety check-ups (assessments)
• Education about home health and safety issues
• Supplies
• Referrals

The page states clearly that this is not a home repair or enforcement program.

What issues it addresses

The program focuses on six main concerns:

• Fire prevention and safety, including smoke detectors, batteries, and fire extinguishers
• Managing asthma attacks and pest control, including pets, insect infestations, pillow and mattress covers, and reducing asthma triggers
• Preventing lead poisoning, especially in homes built before 1978 and homes with a child who has a high lead blood test
• Cigarette smoking education and cessation
• Indoor air quality, including radon, furry pets, and musty, damp, or chemical smells
• Injury prevention, including slips, trips, and falls, night lights, stairs in good repair, and home safety resources

How to request a checkup

Madison County residents may request a Healthy Homes checkup online or by calling 315-366-2526. Medical entities, schools, and organizations may also submit a Healthy Homes referral online or by calling the same number on behalf of a Madison County resident.

Funding source

The program is funded by the New York State Department of Health five-year Healthy Neighborhoods Grant and awarded to Madison County Public Health.

Timing and updates

The page notes it was updated on April 6, 2026.