In January 2023, the Middlesex-Essex Public Health Collaborative (MEPHC) received a State Action for Public Health Excellence (SAPHE) grant. The SAPHE grant program is responsive to the Special Commission of Local and Regional Public Health (SCLRPH) recommendation outlined in the 2019 Blueprint for Public Health Excellence report to “increase cross-jurisdictional sharing of public health services to strengthen the service delivery capacities of local public health departments”.
The MEPHC consists of Andover, North Andover, Reading, North Reading, Lynnfield and the City of Haverhill.
Vision
The Middlesex-Essex Public Health Collaborative envisions a future where all health departments have access to resources and funding to promote healthy communities. Through collaboration, the Middlesex-Essex region can set a benchmark for public health that prioritizes equity, embraces innovation, and serves as a model for other regions to follow in their quest to create healthier, more vibrant communities.
Mission
Our mission is to comprehensively address the diverse health needs of our communities, with an unwavering focus on fostering health equity. By bridging the gap between resources and the communities that need them most, we aim to create a sustainable environment where health and wellness can flourish for all, regardless of socioeconomic status, background, or geographical location.
Core Values
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Equity
- Access to Care
- Sustainability
- Collaboration