Healthy Homes

Cook Children's Healthy Homes Asthma Program is designed to create a healthier home environment for children with asthma and their families. Our goal is to increase the quality of life for children with asthma and their families, promote asthma education and reduce the number of visits to the school nurse and emergency room for asthma.

Our Healthy Homes staff members work with families in their homes to identify potential triggers, such as dust, pests, strong smells and smoke. We help eliminate the triggers, as well as provide cleaning supplies and other items to make the home a healthier place for the child with asthma. Participants are in the program for three months and receive home visits and follow-up calls every month to evaluate the progress of the child's asthma symptoms.

Meet our team

Cristina Cantu, CHW Community Health Worker

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"I love the satisfaction my heart feels when I make a positive impact in a child and their family's lives by sharing my knowledge through education!"

Cristina Cantu has over 30 years of health care experience in community and public health and has been a community health worker for more than 19 years. Cristina loves connecting with families and is passionate about improving their health and well-being.

Marquietta Jones, MPH, CHW Program Coordinator

"I love being in the communities in which I serve; educating, advocating and connecting!"

Marquietta Jones has over 27 years of health care, community and public health experience. She has been a Community Health Worker for over six years. Marquietta has a servant’s heart and loves helping and educating families in her community.

RoseMary Ragon, CHW Community Health Worker

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"I believe when you are kind to others, it not only changes you but changes the world."

RoseMary Ragon has 30 years of community work experience and has been a Community Health Worker for 11 years. Her passion is helping people and making a difference in their lives. RoseMary loves teaching others and being involved in her community.

Clerbela Valcourt, CHW Community Health Worker

"I believe that you never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have!"

Clerbela Valcourt is a highly motivated Community Health Worker with over 15 years of health care experience. Originally from Florida, Clerbela is honest, hardworking, reliable, compassionate and enjoys helping families with diverse backgrounds.

Questions or comments

If you have any questions or would like more information about our program, please email Courtney Barnard.