Tremont Neighborhood Health Action Center
Location: 1826 Arthur Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457
Email: BronxActionCenter@health.nyc.gov
Phone: (347) 665-0213
Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday
Services and Activities Calendar
The Tremont Neighborhood Health Action Center provides health and wellness services in the Bronx as part of New York City’s effort to promote health equity. Services and activities are held virtually, in-person, or both. Most classes are in English, but if language services are needed, contact the center before the class. Click on any activity that interests you to learn more.
- Insurance Enrollment Counselors: 11 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Vital Records Assistance: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with requesting and correcting NYC birth and death certificates.
- Immunization Records: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Obtain immunization records or schedule vaccine appointments at various locations.
- Dog Licensing: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with required dog license applications and purchasing and renewing dog tags.
- NYC Business Solutions and Workforce Training Connections: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance starting, financing operating, or expanding a business or receive help with repairing your credit. Staff are available to assist with the M/WBE certification application.
- Vital Records Assistance: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with requesting and correcting NYC birth and death certificates.
- Immunization Records: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Obtain immunization records or schedule vaccine appointments at various locations.
- Dog Licensing: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with required dog license applications and purchasing and renewing dog tags.
- NYC Business Solutions and Workforce Training Connections: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance starting, financing operating, or expanding a business or receive help with repairing your credit. Staff are available to assist with the M/WBE certification application.
- Insurance Enrollment Counselors: 11 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Crib and Car Seat Distribution: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Vital Records Assistance: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with requesting and correcting NYC birth and death certificates.
- Immunization Records: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Obtain immunization records or schedule vaccine appointments at various locations.
- Dog Licensing: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with required dog license applications and purchasing and renewing dog tags.
- NYC Business Solutions and Workforce Training Connections: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance starting, financing operating, or expanding a business or receive help with repairing your credit. Staff are available to assist with the M/WBE certification application.
- Insurance Enrollment Counselors: 11 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Vital Records Assistance: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with requesting and correcting NYC birth and death certificates.
- Immunization Records: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Obtain immunization records or schedule vaccine appointments at various locations.
- Dog Licensing: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with required dog license applications and purchasing and renewing dog tags.
- NYC Business Solutions and Workforce Training Connections: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance starting, financing operating, or expanding a business or receive help with repairing your credit. Staff are available to assist with the M/WBE certification application.
- Vital Records Assistance: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with requesting and correcting NYC birth and death certificates.
- Immunization Records: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Obtain immunization records or schedule vaccine appointments at various locations.
- Dog Licensing: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance with required dog license applications and purchasing and renewing dog tags.
- NYC Business Solutions and Workforce Training Connections: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Receive assistance starting, financing operating, or expanding a business or receive help with repairing your credit. Staff are available to assist with the M/WBE certification application.
Action Center Resources
Community Resources
For help getting referrals to neighborhood and community resources, contact (347) 665-0213 or bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov or visit the Action Center.
Resources include:
- Assistance with requesting and correcting NYC birth and death certificates
- Obtain immunization records
- Assistance with required dog license applications
- Enroll in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Connection to NYC Business Solutions Services and Workforce trainings
Blood Pressure Kiosk
There is a free self-serve blood pressure kiosk in the lobby of the Action Center. Anyone can use the kiosk to check their blood pressure when the building is open. Learn more about high blood pressure.
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.
Lactation Room
This room provides a safe and comfortable space for parents to breastfeed or nurse their babies. Visit the Family Wellness Suite in the lobby of the Action Center to learn more.
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 ipm@health.nyc.gov
Tobacco Treatment Support
Adults 18 years or older who smoke or vape and want to quit or cut back may be able to get:
- An appointment for a brief coaching session
- A free one-month supply of nicotine patches and lozenges to help them quit, cut back, or avoid smoking and vaping when they want to
For an appointment, fill out this form, call or text 917-596-1670, or email bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov
For more information about smoking or vaping, visit Smoking: NYC Quits.
Food and Nutrition Programs
Participate in our food and nutrition programming which includes cooking demonstrations, nutrition workshops, healthy cooking classes, and pop-up farmers markets.
Find upcoming events and register for programs on Eventbrite or email bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov or call (347) 665-0213 for more information.
Gestational Diabetes Workshop
Learn about gestational diabetes and food preparation to support participants in having a healthy pregnancy journey.
Find upcoming sessions on Eventbrite or email bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov for more information.
Take Control NYC: Diabetes Workshops
Learn about diabetes and ways to manage your health with a registered dietician. Walk-ins are welcome.
Find upcoming sessions on Eventbrite or email bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov for more information.
Weekly Services and Activities
Crib and Car Seat Distribution
Families can request a car seat or safe sleep surface for their infant.
- Wednesdays, by appointment only
- 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, email bronxactioncenter@health.nyc.gov.
Health Insurance Enrollment Counselors
Health Insurance Enrollment Counselors are onsite Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and can assist you with enrolling and renewing your health insurance. Call (646) 942-1469 to schedule an appointment or get virtual assistance. You can also walk in during the above times to get help or submit a Health Insurance Inquiry Form and a counselor will contact you.
Other Programs and Initiatives
