Tremont Neighborhood Health Action Center
Location: 1826 Arthur Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457
Email: BronxActionCenter@health.nyc.gov
Events
Wellness Wonderland: Annual Fall Festival
During the annual fall festival, we will showcase the programs and activities that serve our neighborhoods.
- Saturday, September 30, noon to 6 p.m.
- Walter Gladwin Park (Entrance on the corner of East 176th Street and Arthur Avenue)
- To learn more, visit the Eventbrite page.
Action Center Resources
Referrals to Community Resources
For help getting referrals to neighborhood resources such as insurance enrollment and community resources, contact 718-508-0653 or bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov.
Free Health Supplies
Pick up free KN95 masks, hand sanitizer and COVID-19 test kits. For more information, contact 646-941-9754 or bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov.
Meeting Space Available
To request to reserve the Tremont Action Center’s Multipurpose Room, please contact 646-939-0139 or bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov.
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, call 718-508-0741.
Free Pest Control Service
If a child in your home has asthma, and if you have a problem with roaches or mice, we may be able to help you get rid of them safely using non-toxic methods. Pest prevention education and cleaning supplies are included. For more information contact 718-508-0643 or ipm@health.nyc.gov
Smoking and Vaping Cessation
Adults 18 and old who smoke or vape and want to quit or cut back can receive a free one-month supply of tobacco treatment medications such as nicotine patches and lozenges. For more information, view the flyer:
Take Control NYC: Diabetes Workshops
Learn about diabetes and ways to manage your health with a registered dietician. Walk-ins are welcome.
For more information call 646-275-4773 or bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov
Gestational Diabetes Workshop
Learn about gestational diabetes and food preparation to support participants in having a healthy pregnancy journey.
For more information call 917-654-7283 or bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov
Weekly Services and Activities
Crib and Car Seat Distribution
Families can get a car seat or safe sleep surface for their infant, if they need one.
- Wednesdays, 2 to 5 p.m.
- Car Seats: Must be at least 27 weeks pregnant.
- Safe Sleep Surface: For infants newborn to 6 months.
- To learn more about your eligibility for an appointment, call 718-508-0629 or email bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov.
Shape Up NYC: Free Fitness Classes
Join Shape Up NYC for free fitness classes at the Tremont Neighborhood Health Action Center. All levels welcome! Walk-ins are also welcome.
- General Fitness: Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to noon
- Belly Dance: Wednesdays, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- To register (optional), visit the Shape Up NYC website
Baby Café (Breastfeeding Support Group)
This in-person and virtual 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 from participants. This month’s topics include:
- Sessions in English are 11 a.m. to noon. Sessions in Spanish are 1 to 2 p.m.
- To register for sessions, visit the Baby Café registration page.
- Para inscribirse en las sesiones, visite la página de inscripción de Baby Café.
- For more information, call 718-508-0741.
Re-Imagining the Cross Bronx Expressway
NYC and New York State are conducting a study about the Cross Bronx Expressway and its surrounding communities. This study will review the results of past transportation and health studies. It will also include surveying community residents and organizations for their ideas for the roadway.
The results of this study will help determine changes to the Expressway.
To learn more about this study, email CBX@planning.nyc.gov.