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

Family Wellness Suites are safe, welcoming, and supportive spaces for family members to receive services, health education, and connections to infant and maternal health community resources.

For more information, visit Family Wellness Suites.

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

Community Conversations - Chinese New Year Celebration

Join us in celebrating the joy and rich traditions of Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)! Everyone is welcome to share in this vibrant afternoon of fun, community, and connection.

• February 4, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

How Much Sugar is in Your Drink? Workshop

Join PHS for an interactive workshop with HHAP Community Health Workers and learn facts about sugary drinks.

• February 4, 11 a.m. to noon
• Carver Senior Center, 55 E 102nd St, New York, NY

Craft Group Community Crochet Circle

All ages and skill level crocheters welcome to come meet your neighbors, delve into health topics, enjoy the calm, and create with us! It is free and we will provide yarn, hooks, and patterns.

• February 11, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Supplies are limited, first come first serve.

Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease Workshop

Learn the key facts about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD), resources and explore everyday habits that help support brain health and reduce risk.

• February 18, 11 a.m. to noon
• Jefferson Senior Center, 2205 1st Ave, New York, NY

Peer Support and Meditation Group

Join our Harlem Health Advocacy Partners team for meditation exercises to help lower stress and anxiety.

• February 17, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Lehman Senior Center (1641 Madison Avenue)
• February 18, 11 a.m. to 1:20 p.m., Corsi Houses (307 East 116th Street)
• For more information, call 646-619-6737 or email HHAP@healthsolutions.org.

Healthy Brain Aging Workshop

Learn more about the positive aspects of aging and healthy behaviors that can reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

• February 25, 11 a.m. to noon.
• Taft Houses Senior Center, 1365 5th Ave 1st Floor, New York, NY

Family Walking Group (English and Spanish)

Join our family East Harlem walking group.

• For times, email HarlemFWS@health.nyc.gov.

Peer Support Group (in Spanish)

A monthly gathering from the comfort of your own home with peers to converse about various topics of interest.

• Second Friday of every 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.
• Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.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

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.

The Basics on Baby Safety

A parent workshop for expecting or new parents. Learn about infant car seat safety, safe sleep practices and connect to resources.

• February 9, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• For requirements, email HarlemFWS@health.nyc.gov.

Toddler Yoga / Yoga para niños pequeños

Caregivers and toddlers engage in fun movements to relax and improve flexibility. Open to toddler ages 1 to 4-year-olds.

• February 26, 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
• Link to register

Seguridad Maternal y Infantil

Un taller para padres nuevos o embarazadas. Obtenga información sobre la seguridad de los asientos de seguridad para bebés, prácticas de sueño seguro y conéctese a recursos.

• 23 de febrero, 10 a.m. a 1 p.m.
• Para inscribirse, envíe un correo electrónico a HarlemFWS@health.nyc.gov.

El Poder del Conocimiento: Salud Perinatal Mental y Física

Hablemos sobre el viaje de la maternidad, explorando los altibajos de la salud mental y física durante el embarazo y más allá.

• 16 de febrero, 10 a.m. a 1 p.m.
• Para inscribirse, envíe un correo electrónico a HarlemFWS@health.nyc.gov.

Weekly Services and Activities