NYHER Asthma Remediation Services help make homes safer for people with asthma. We work to find and fix things in the home that can trigger asthma, like dust, mold, or other allergens. Our team may also provide helpful products to lower or remove these triggers.
Every service is customized to fit the person’s needs and their home, whether they own it or rent it.
Our goal is to help people with asthma in Staten Island breathe easier, feel better, and enjoy a healthier life with their families.
These interventions are free for eligible medicaid recipients, fully funded under the 1115 Waiver.
Who is eligible for Asthma Remediation Services?
Some people need special changes in their home to stay healthy. If a person has asthma, their living space can make their condition worse. To qualify for help, the person must:
- be a Medicaid recipient who requires a clinically appropriate home modification/remediation service
- be a Medicaid recipient who has a health condition that is exacerbated by the individual’s physical living
- be a Medicaid recipient who has a diagnosis of asthma and has had ONE of the following in the last 12 months:
- 1 or more hospital stays for asthma, or
- 2 or more emergency room visits for asthma, or
- 3 or more urgent care visits for asthma, or
- 2 or more times taking oral steroids for asthma, or
- 3–11 prescriptions for a rescue inhaler (like albuterol).
Indoor Air Quality (Ways to Make Air Cleaner)
- Install an air conditioner
- Clean and vent the dryer
- Seal air leaks
- Replace air filters in the heating/cooling system
Indoor Allergen Reduction
- Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter
- Use special covers for pillows and mattresses that block dust mites
- Blocks allergens from passing through
- Breathable and comfortable
- Easy to clean
Free Ventilation Products
- Air Conditioner – Helps filter pollen, dust mites, and mold; controls humidity.
- Heater – Keeps room at steady temperature; prevents cold air from triggering asthma.
- Dehumidifier – Removes extra moisture; controls mold and dust mites.
- Humidifier – Adds moisture to dry air; helps with dry nose, throat, and skin.
- HEPA Air Filter – Traps small particles like pollen, dust, and pet dander; reduces asthma triggers.
