Mecklenburg County Offers Free Home Disinfecting To Seniors

Charlotte NC

12 March, 2021

2:25 PM

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CHARLOTTE, NC — Senior citizens in Mecklenburg County are eligible to have their homes disinfected for free as a preventative measure to help reduce the spread of coronavirus, Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services announced Friday. The one-time service for professional COVID-19 disinfecting service is offered through a partnership with Bio-One, the county said. "Bio-One will apply a CDC/EPA-approved chemical to all surfaces, doorknobs, handles, light switches and high traffic areas of the home. The chemical is safe for pets and children," the county said In order to qualify, residents must: Live in Mecklenburg County Be aged 60 or older Be able to leave their home for about one hour during the service For more information about appointments, which are limited, call 980-314-6800, or send an email to [email protected]. SEE ALSO: Here's How NC's Tax Burden Compares To Other States: WalletHubMother Charged With Abducting 2 Children From Iredell HomeNC Expedites Vaccine Eligibility To Group 4 Medically VulnerableEnd Daylight Saving Time, Say NC Patch Readers: Survey Results