About
The Western Hampden County Public Health District (WHCPHD) is dedicated to safeguarding and improving the health of our communities through coordinated efforts and innovative public health solutions. Established to unify local health departments across Western Massachusetts, WHCPHD fosters collaboration to address public health challenges effectively. Our mission is to promote health equity, prevent disease, and prepare for emergencies, ensuring a resilient and healthy future for all residents.
Mission & Vision
At the Western Hampden County Public Health District, our mission is to enhance the health and well-being of our diverse communities through proactive public health initiatives, collaboration, and education, while our vision is to create a future where every resident has equal access to health resources, fostering a culture of wellness and resilience across the region.
Member Towns We Serve
Meet Our Dedicated Team
Our team at WHCPHD is comprised of passionate professionals committed to enhancing public health in our community. Each member brings unique expertise and a shared dedication to our mission.
Tricia E. Sedelow
BSN RN
Tricia currently serves as the full-time Public Health Nurse for our district. She was hired in October 2022. Tricia graduated with a degree in nursing from Elms College. Tricia served as a Public Health Nurse for a Connecticut district before and during the COVID pandemic. Before obtaining her nursing degree, she was employed with the City of Holyoke for 23 years. She has a wealth of public health knowledge and experience with local government. Please feel free to reach out via email at tsedelow@southwickma.gov.
MaryAnn Deming
MSN RN
MaryAnn joined the WHCPHD team in January 2024 and currently serves as our part-time Public Health Nurse focusing on support for Blandford, Russell and Montgomery. She graduated with a degree in nursing from University of St Joseph in CT in 1989 and later completed her MSN with a focus in adult healthcare education. MaryAnn spent most of her nursing career in a variety of roles in the acute care setting before transitioning to Public Health. She is committed to working with our communities to optimize the health of our residents. Please feel free to reach out via email at mdeming@southwickma.gov.
Caileen T. Simonds
BS MPH
Caileen currently serves as the full-time Shared Service Coordinator for our district. Starting with the district in June 2024. Caileen graduated with a Master of Public Health (MPH) with a focus in health management and policy from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. A passionate public health advocate, Caileen is committed to ensuring preventative health and safety programs for district residents. Caileen has a wealth of knowledge in preventive medicine, food safety, tobacco control, and vaccines! Please feel free to reach out via email at csimonds@southwickma.gov.
Board Members
Erika Prouty
Southwick
Wayne Precanico
Russell
Jacob Chapman
Montgomery
Margaret McClellan
Tolland
Matt Streeter
Granville
Jennifer Girard
Blandford