East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center
Location: 158 East 115th Street, New York, NY 10029
The Neighborhood Health Action Centers provide health and wellness services in Harlem, as part of New York City’s effort to promote health equity.
- East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center: Programs, Services and Partners (PDF)
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Action Center Resources
Lactation Room
This room will provide a safe and comfortable space for mothers to breastfeed or nurse their babies. To learn more, drop in and speak with the Family Wellness Suite team at the Harlem Action Center.
East Harlem Asthma Center of Excellence
The Center provides asthma counselors to help children aged 17 and younger who reside in East and Central Harlem and have poorly controlled asthma.
- Location: 161-169 East 110th Street, Manhattan
- For more information, call 646-682-2100 or email at EHACE@health.nyc.gov.
SMART Live! Virtual Programming
Class videos are on SMART's Facebook page or website.
Anyone interested in becoming a SMART participant can contact Tara Pierce tara.pierce@smartuniversity.org to set up an intake interview.
Family Wellness Suite
We can refer you to services that will help you and your family avoid eviction, enroll in health insurance and find employment.
Pregnancy services include childbirth education and newborn care classes, parenting classes, infant massage, reproductive health workshops and referrals.
For more information, email HarlemFWS@health.nyc.gov.
ABC Children’s Mobile Crisis Team
Responds to an active crisis situation anywhere in Manhattan within two hours. Crisis teams work 24/7, are free of charge and serve all children and adolescents up to age 20.
Call 988 to speak to a crisis counselor or go to 988: Crisis Referrals to learn more.
ABC In Good Hands
Connects infants and young children with a team specializing in screening for early intervention and special education eligibility, early childhood mental health services, family counseling, psychoeducation, mental health and developmental evaluations, and system support.
Contact: Program Director Sophie Spiegel at sspiegel@a-b-c.org
Events
Body and Bites Anatomy and Nutrition Class
Learn about the body and how it works! Meet with nutrition experts to answer health questions and enjoy healthy snacks.
- May 16, 11 a.m. to noon
- Carver Older Adults Center, 55 East 102nd Street, Manhattan
Peer Support and Meditation Group
Join our Harlem Health Advocacy Partners team for meditation exercises to help lower stress and anxiety.
- May 14, 11 a.m. to 1:20 p.m., Corsi Houses (307 East 116th Street)
- May 20, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Lehman Senior Center (1641 Madison Avenue)
- For more information, email HHAP@healthsolutions.org or call 646-619-6737.
Wellness Wednesday
Join us for health resources and learn about local programs and new wellness initiatives for NYCHA residents and beyond.
- May 21, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Johnson Community Center, 1833 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan
Musical Playtime
Bring your little ones for music, dance, and active play.
- May 22 and 29, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- To register, visit the Eventbrite page
MyChart/Telehealth Workshop
Learn about the telehealth service MyChart and how to sign up to make appointments, message your doctor, or check your medications from your home.
- May 29, 11 a.m. to noon
- Jefferson Houses 2205 First Avenue, Manhattan
Peer Support Group (in Spanish)
A monthly gathering from the comfort of your own home with peers to converse about various topics of interest.
- Every first Friday of the month, noon to 1 p.m.
- Join virtually on Zoom
SMART Health Outreach Tabling
A Community Resource for Health Information and Support.
- Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- 158 East 115th Street (Corner of Lexington Avenue), Manhattan
Community Conversations
An opportunity for East Harlem residents to share insights, ideas, and engaging activities in a free interactive workshop. Join us for educational activities, gifts, and health awareness activities.
- Third Wednesday of every month, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- 158 East 115th Street (Corner of Lexington Avenue), Manhattan
Lactation Basics
Open to expecting mom's and their support person. In this class you will learn about topics like colostrum, milk supply and breastfeeding positions.
- Last Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m. to noon
- 158 East 115th Street, Manhattan
- Register on Eventbrite. No walk-ins.
Crib Distribution
Families can get a safe sleep surface for their infant, if they need one.
- Safe Sleep Surface distribution: By appointment only
- For infants, newborn to 6 months.
- Email HarlemFWS@health.nyc.gov for requirements and documentation.
Weekly Services and Activities
NYC Mommies Club
This support group is for people who are breastfeeding. Trained professionals will provide practical breastfeeding support, such as help with latching and breast milk supply, and answer questions.
- Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon
- To view activities and register, visit Eventbrite.
- To attend in-person as a walk-in: 158 East 115th Street
Insurance Enrollment Counselors
Get low- or no-cost insurance. Services are provided in multiple languages and regardless of immigration status.
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Call 718-637-5222 or go to nyc.gov/health/healthcoverage.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy Distribution
Adults (age 18 and up) who smoke or vape and want to quit or cut back can get:
- Brief coaching sessions
- A free one-month supply of tobacco treatment medications (such as nicotine patches and lozenges)
- Educational materials
Stop by the East Harlem Action Center during these times to speak with a member of the Action Center team:
- Tuesdays, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Virtual Walking Group
A weekly walk to get the heart rate up from the comfort of your own home.
- Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- To participate, join on Zoom.
Walking Groups and Blood Pressure Screenings
Walk to get your heart rate up and socialize with other community members. You can also get your Blood Pressure Checked. See upcoming dates and locations:
- Corsi Houses | First Wednesday of the month | 11 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | 307 East 116th Street (Basement)
- Johnson Houses | Every other Monday | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | 1833 Lexington Avenue
- Johnson Houses | Every other Tuesday | 10:30 a.m. to noon | 1833 Lexington Avenue
- King Towers | First Tuesday of the month | 10 a.m. to noon | 50 Lenox Avenue
- Lehman Senior Center | First Monday of the month | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. | 1641 Madison Avenue
- White Houses | Every other Monday | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | 2029 2nd Avenue
Maternal Yoga
This class teaches movements and yoga poses to strengthen and tone the muscles and organs needed for labor and delivery and alleviate common discomforts of pregnancy.
- Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- To register, visit the Eventbrite page
Caregiver Hour: Baby Social Time
Mingle with other caregivers and use the space for your baby playdates. Program participants can use our play yards, baby bouncer, activity playmat and toys.
- Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to noon
- Link to register (not required but encouraged)
Legal Hand Call-In Center
At the Legal Hand Call-In Center serving East Harlem, trained community volunteers, who are not lawyers, provide free legal information, assistance, and referrals. This service can help you with issues that affect your life, in areas like employment, housing, family, immigration, domestic violence, and public benefits. Legal Hand can help you prevent problems from turning into legal cases.
- Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Call or text 646-604-2709 or email eastharlemhelp@legalhand.org
Ven a Crecer con la Familia en Español
Únase a nosotros y a otras mamás para aprender sobre el desarrollo infantil.
- Jueves, 10 a.m. a 11:30 a.m.
- Para inscribirse, visite Eventbrite.
Programs
- East Harlem Asthma Center of Excellence
- Harlem Health Advocacy Partners
- East Harlem Community Walking Trail
- School Wellness Resources