Welcome to HERC
a health information resource
The mission of the Bayview Hunters Point Health and Environmental Resource Center is to promote the health & wellness of residents in low-income communities and to improve the environment where residents live & work.
the Health & Environmental Resource Center Has:
aerial spraying of pesticides
help for haiti
The World Food Programme: part of the UN system & voluntarily funded.
HERC
incorporates the Community First objective of “community involvement” in its program philosophy.
HERC also utilizes the African American Health Initiative’s innovative, Afro-centered approaches to motivate individuals to take a more active role in improving their health, the health of their families and neighborhoods. motivation occurs through opening community dialogue, taking a stand on issues, and pooling strengths, resources, and energy in order to reach those who may be hesitant to focus on their own health.