ABOUT US
Coastal Healthy Communities Coalition (CHCC) is a nonprofit, comprehensive community health coalition working to create healthier communities in Northern York County, Maine. Under the auspices of the University of New England (UNE), CHCC leads several public health initiatives to achieve social, policy, and environmental changes, including:
Healthy Homes - Healthy Kids
Youth Substance Misuse Prevention
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Educating families and property owners about the dangers of lead and the steps to make homes safer.
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Preventing childhood lead poisoning by promoting practical solutions that reduce exposure.
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Engaging a coalition of community partners—including public health, housing, healthcare, and local organizations—to advance policies and practices that support healthy homes.
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Promoting equitable access so that every child has the opportunity to grow up in a safe and healthy environment.
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Educating youth and families to increase awareness and strengthen the skills that support positive choices.
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Promoting evidence-based practices that are proven to reduce substance use and improve wellbeing.
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Engaging the community through a coalition of parents, educators, law enforcement, youth-serving organizations, healthcare providers, and others who share our commitment to protecting young people.
Nutrition
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Promoting healthy eating as a key part of prevention—supporting strong bodies and minds to reduce risks from substance use and lead exposure.
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Sharing practical nutrition information with families to make healthier choices easier and more affordable.
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Embedding nutrition awareness into our housing and prevention programs so families receive consistent, integrated support.
Wellness
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Encouraging positive coping skills and healthy lifestyles to reduce the likelihood of substance use.
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Supporting community wellbeing through education, resources, and partnerships that strengthen resilience.
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Integrating wellness practices across all of our work, recognizing that prevention and healthy homes go hand-in-hand with overall health.
MEET THE CHCC TEAM
Cheri Anderson, MA, PPS
Director
Bonnie DeFiore
Project Coordinator
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
(207) 602-3589
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
National University San Diego
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
(207) 602-3520
Education
Bachelor of Nutrition, University of Saint Joseph
Dietetic Internship: University of Connecticut
Registered Dietician
Our Coalition Members & Community Volunteers
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible community volunteers who complete our CHCC Team. Your dedication is a testament to the power
of unity and the positive change that can be achieved when people come together for a common purpose. Your contributions, big and small, create a lasting impact and make our community a better place.
Thank you for making a difference.