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10/15/2026

Addressing the housing crisis means building new homes and preserving the ones we already have.

The housing crisis is about more than affordability. Across the country, millions of people live in homes that are unsafe, unhealthy, and deteriorating, yet home repair remains largely overlooked in housing policy and public conversations.

Join us on October 22 at 1 PM for a webinar featuring Todd Swanstrom, Alan Mallach, and GHHI President and CEO, Ruth Ann Norton, to explore the urgent need to address housing deterioration and invest in preserving existing affordable homes.

Drawing on The Other Housing Crisis: Ending the Deterioration and Loss of Affordable Homes, the discussion will examine how home repair can improve resident health, preserve affordable housing, and strengthen communities. The conversation will also highlight GHHI’s Whole House Model, an integrated approach to home repair, climate change, and health equity.

📅 Date: October 22
🕐 Time: 1 PM

Register Today!
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1sFibbrRQ0Chrw0B3pz8dQ

Addressing the housing crisis means building new homes and preserving the ones we already have. Join the conversation!

10/13/2026

October is also National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month

We take a moment to bring awareness to the health impacts of indoor air pollution and promote cleaner living and working environments

Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality

• Change HVAC Filters: Replace or clean your system's air filters every 30 to 90 days (or more often if you have pets or allergies).
• Control Moisture: Run bathroom exhaust fans and fix leaks promptly to prevent mold growth.
• Test for Radon: Use an at-home radon test kit or contact your state health department for certified testing options.
• Reduce Chemical Triggers: Limit aerosol sprays, choose lower-VOC paints, and use eco-friendly cleaning products

10/12/2026

📣 In observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day, our offices are closed today, Monday, October 12. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow.

Today, we honor the history, resilience, and rich cultures of Indigenous communities. May we continue to learn, respect, and uplift their voices today and every day.

10/09/2026

Happy Belated Children's Environmental Health Day!
(Celebrated October 8) 👧🏽👦🏻

Children's environmental health is about making sure that the places where kids live, play, worship, and go to school are safe and healthy. This means protecting them from environmental factors that can harm their health.

A child's health is impacted by:
🔹 Physical & Built Environments: Safe schools, housing, and parks.
🔹 Biological Environments: Protection from viruses and bacteria.
🔹 Chemical Environments: Safeguarding against harmful chemicals like PFAS in personal products.

Why does it matter?

Better children's environmental health means:
✨ Cleaner air and cleaner water
✨ Safer food
✨ Adapting to and mitigating climate change
✨ Building a toxic-free and non-extractive economy
✨ Ensuring equitable positive changes by righting historical and current environmental injustices.
Every child deserves a healthy, safe environment to grow and thrive! 💚🌎

10/06/2026

WWLP-22News Coverage of our award!

A Springfield community development organization has been recognized for its work bringing together health care and housing services to improve conditions for families living with respiratory illne…

10/02/2026

Congratulations to our Team at Revitalize CDC!

Revitalize CDC was selected to receive an "Outstanding Partnership Award" at Massachusetts Association of CDCs (MACDC) Community Development Summit. Governor Healey spoke right before the awards.

MACDC also awarded ALL of our Healthy Homes Partners for our work since 2015!

Revitalize CDC (main award)
Baystate Health
Health New England
BeHealthy Partnership
Holyoke Medical Center
C3 - Community Care Cooperative
Well Sense Mercy Alliance
WellSense Boston Children’s Hospital
Public Health Institute of Western MA
Green & Healthy Homes Initiative

This is was community partnerships look like! Congratulations to our staff members, board members and community partners for contributing to the work we do everyday!

10/02/2026

This Week: 📢📢

Power Up Your Community: Digital Skills, Technology & AI for Everyone

Our Digital Navigator Andrew Fluitt Spoke at MACDC Summit

“For many low-income individuals and seniors, the digital divide is less about device access and more about knowing how to use technology for job applications, telehealth, and staying connected.

A gap Revitalize CDC’s Digital Navigator model addresses by pairing digital-skills coaching with real-world applications like job searches, telehealth, banking, and reducing senior isolation. Drawing on two years of experience serving low-income households in Western Massachusetts, this session offers attendees a practical model for launching or strengthening digital equity programming, including emerging uses of AI for both participants and practitioners.

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10/01/2026

Upcoming event! 📣Healthy Homes & Lead Prevention Event

Join for a FREE, family-friendly event focused on healthier, safer homes.

Learn about lead poisoning prevention, alternative lead sources, and available lead resources, while connecting with local organizations for other helpful services and support.

Kids welcome • Refreshments • Giveaways • Drop-ins welcome

Chicopee:
📍Location: The Hub at Market Square, 31 Springfield St, Chicopee, MA 01013
📅Date: Wed, Oct 28, 2026
⏰Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Springfield:
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH 5:00-7:30 PM
📍Location: Brightwood Library 359 Plainfield Street, Springfield MA
📅Date: Wed, Oct 28, 2026
⏰Time: 5:00 PM-7:30 PM

Questions?
Please reach out to Beyonca [email protected]; 413-799-1972

09/25/2026

Our CEO Colleen Loveless, Vice President of Community Engagement Ethel Griffin, Board Chair Moyah Smith, and Board Member John Robinson had a wonderful time yesterday evening attending the Housing Chair fundraiser. It was a great opportunity to connect with local leaders and dedicated public servants who share our passion for strengthening our neighborhood.

A big thank you to Register of Deeds Cheryl Rivera, Tommy Petrolati, and Representative Aaron Michlewitz (House Chair of the Ways & Means Committee) for spending time connecting with us! Together, we’re keeping the momentum going for our community. 🏡✨

Ethel Griffin John Robinson Moyah Smith Colleen Shanley-Loveless Cheryl Coakley Rivera State Representative Aaron Michlewitz

09/24/2026

September is ! 🗓️✨

Aging is a gradual, lifelong process. The healthy choices we make today help protect our quality of life tomorrow!

4 key ways to support healthy aging at any age:
✅ Stay physically active in ways that work for you
✅ Choose whole, nutrient-dense foods
✅ Keep up strong support networks with family & friends
✅ Play an active role in your healthcare

Health is also shaped by Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) like access to healthcare, safe housing, and healthy food. Broadening support across these environments helps communities thrive.

Visit the office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP)
Healthy Aging Resources webpage for community outreach materials and tools!
🔗Link Here: https://odphp.health.gov/
Healthy People 2030:
🔗Link Here: