By Jella Balgos Every child deserves a safe and healthy home but did you know that many everyday items in your household can expose you to lead Lead poisoning is a serious health concern especially for young children whose developing brains and bodies are particularly vulnerable to its effects In recognition of National Lead...
Lead exposure is a serious but preventable environmental health risk that continues to affect many families in Tucson especially those living in older homes Before lead-based paint was banned in it was commonly used in residential housing As a result many homes built before this time may still contain lead-based paint beneath layers of...
Saguaros are more than just icons of the Sonoran Desert they re storytellers of the landscape Their towering presence delicate blooms and ancient role in cultural traditions reveal the health of the desert we call home But as extreme heat and unpredictable weather events become more common saguaros are showing signs of stress To...
Check out these fair housing flyers to learn how to protect yourself from eviction These resources offer important tips on what to do if you re at risk of losing your home and how to handle notices from your landlord We also invite you to join one of the upcoming presentations to get informed...
Fair housing is more than just a legal requirement it s a fundamental right that ensures everyone has access to safe affordable housing Whether you re renting buying or applying for a mortgage knowing your fair housing rights can help you protect yourself and others from discrimination What Is Fair Housing The nbsp Fair...
SERI received a $100,000 grant to study precipitation in Tucson. We invented a wooden mount that is easily installed on any kind of fence, so that participants did not have to install a wooden post. Now SERI has received a year’s worth of precipitation measurements from participants.
After seven months of hard work and dedication from our SERI team we are pleased to share the launch of our new website We wanted to update the design of our website add new features and tools update programs and projects and make it more user-friendly All of our website initiatives are to create...
Through rainwater harvesting we can help reduce urban temperatures and increase tree coverage Rainwater harvesting is a financial investment and many limited-income families in Tucson cannot afford the upfront costs We reached out to Lora who shares with us how she was able to do rainwater harvesting at her home as a participant in...