North West Public Health Coalition

About Us

The North West Public Health Coalition (N.West) is comprised of the Boards of Health and Health Departments of Acton, Dracut, Lowell, and Westford, Massachusetts.

The group was formed in the Summer of 2021 as a result of the Public Health Excellence and Shared Services funding released by the MA Department of Health to formalize municipal partnerships, increase services, and to offer regional programs.

The N.West group meets monthly to develop and strengthen regional programming, share information, resources develop regional policies, and manage shared services.


Our Mission

Our Vision

The North West Public Health Coalition works to ensure the health and well-being of those living and working in their communities by collaborating on preventative health programming, community wellness initiatives, and environmental protection.

A thriving community for both residents and visitors.

Connections - Your Resource Guide

If you or someone you love is struggling with substance misuse, mental health, or other concerns, this is your resource guide to connect to the services and support you deserve. You don’t have to do it alone. Your local boards of health, police, fire, and school departments have partnered to help you connect to resources in our communities.

Meet North West

  • Penny Funaiole

    Acton Health Director

  • Lisa Golden

    Lowell Health Director

  • Rae Dick

    Westford Health Director

  • Dave Ouellette

    Dracut Health Director

  • Brittany Nash

    Community Health & Wellness Coordinator

  • Arleny Almonte Soto

    Regional Health Inspector