Originally, the service area covered Greater Lawrence communities. A small amount of blood is taken from your child's finger and tested for lead. If the test is elevated, another test may be done.
Lead poisoning is a condition caused by swallowing or inhaling lead.
Even small amounts of lead can be harmful. For more infomation on lead poisoing. Case Management Case Management allows us to counsel parents with children under the age of six on how to reduce the risk of lead hazards. Family Lead Counselors provides each family with information on temporary ways to keep children safe from lead paint hazards, other sources of lead, the Massachusetts Lead Law, renovating safely, the importance of a well-balanced diet and lead screening. The Counselor also initiates referrals to a variety of social services agencies.