CNHS incorporated household hazardous waste education into the first chapter of materials used in their first time homeowner classes. The materials were shared in classes that are offered in English, Spanish and Hmong. Classes have been presented to 483 people thus far including – 22 English classes, 19 Spanish classes and 12 Hmong classes. Follow up surveys and phone calls showed that due to their participation in the class, 75% have checked their homes for hazardous products and disposed of them properly, 50% now read product labels, and 50% now recycle more than they used to. CNHS also promoted waste reduction information in their newsletters. They plan to continue the household hazardous waste education in their first time homeowner classes.
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2006 Contact Information
Denise Gathman, Director, NeighborWorks Homeownership Center651-292-8710 X214
Community Neighborhood Housing Services
35 West Water StreetSaint Paul MN 55107
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