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54 <br /> agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of its residents. However,the need for enhanced <br /> screening, public awareness, and preventive interventions remains critical to effectively address <br /> and reduce lead exposure among children in the county. <br /> How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures? <br /> In Orange County, lead-based paint(LBP) risk assessments are conducted on a case-by-case basis <br /> for housing units,with particular attention given to homes that were built before 1978. Under <br /> federal regulations, any home purchased or rehabilitated with federal funding assistance must <br /> undergo a thorough Environmental Review,which includes a comprehensive LBP assessment. If <br /> the assessment reveals the presence of lead-based paint hazards, lead abatement measures are <br /> prescribed to ensure the safety of residents. <br /> As part of this process,tenants living in assisted housing units are also informed about the <br /> potential hazards of lead-based paint and the importance of maintaining a safe living environment. <br /> This ensures that residents are aware of the risks and can take appropriate precautions to protect <br /> their health and well-being. <br /> In addition to these assessments, Orange County offers a variety of housing repair programs aimed <br /> at improving the safety and livability of homes, particularly for low-income families.These repair <br /> programs may address issues such as structural repairs, plumbing, electrical systems, and <br /> environmental hazards like lead-based paint.The goal of these programs is not only to improve the <br /> quality of housing but also to reduce the risks posed by environmental hazards and enhance the <br /> overall safety of the community. <br /> The Orange County Health Department plays a crucial role in supporting these efforts by providing <br /> expert consultation to County housing staff.Through this partnership,the Health Department helps <br /> ensure that housing repairs and rehabilitation efforts align with public health standards, <br /> particularly in homes where lead-based paint may be a concern.This collaborative approach helps <br /> to protect vulnerable populations, such as children and pregnant women,from the harmful effects <br /> of lead exposure. <br /> By combining comprehensive LBP risk assessments, lead abatement measures, and housing repair <br /> programs, Orange County is committed to creating safer and healthier living environments for all <br /> residents, particularly those in homes built prior to 1978,where the risk of lead-based paint <br /> remains a concern. <br /> SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy - 91 .415, 91 .215(j) <br /> Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty-Level Families <br /> In addition to housing challenges, individuals and families living in poverty often face a range of <br /> other critical social service needs. Many struggle with limited access to the resources and skills <br /> required to secure and maintain living-wage employment. Others, particularly single mothers,face <br /> the challenge of finding affordable childcare while they seek or maintain employment. Some <br /> individuals need access to physical or behavioral health services,while others, particularly <br /> 51 <br />