Meet the Seacoast Public Health Staff!
Name Paula Smith, [email protected]
Title Director, Southern NH AHEC and Contract Administrator, Seacoast Public Health Network What do I do for SPHN? As the Contract Administrator I am responsible for financial and program management of SPHN, providing staff with support, technical assistance and resources to achieve work plan deliverables. I also act as a liaison with the Southern NH AHEC to collaborate on training opportunities. I am interested in promoting education, equity and a culturally competent health and public safety workforce. What do I do in my spare time? I am an avid swimmer, reader and kayaker and enjoy being outdoors with family and friends. 
Name Samantha Thamsen (Areson), [email protected]
Title Substance Misuse Prevention Coordinator (SMP) What do I do for SPHN? As the SMP for the Seacoast Region, my main focus is to educate, promote and partner with local schools, organizations, coalitions and community members. This includes educating the dangers of drug and alcohol use on the adolescent brain, increasing healthy coping skills in responding to stress, as well as preventing suicide and educating on the warning signs and risk factors that contribute to suicide. What do I do in my spare time? I enjoy adventuring to find new and interesting places to take pictures of as well cuddling on the couch with my family puppy when I visit New Jersey. |
Name Julia Foulks (Meuse), [email protected]
Title Public Health Network Manager What do I do for SPHN? As the PHN Manager I oversee and support all of the different projects and program areas of the Seacoast PHN. I appreciate being able to work in all areas of public health and am looking forward to implementing our new Community Health Improvement Plan priorities. What do I do in my spare time? I enjoy golfing in the summer and skiing in the winter. I also like walks on the beach and trying new restaurants. 
Name Sarah Crowell, [email protected]
Title Public Heath Emergency Preparedness Coordinator (PHEP) What do I do for SPHN? In this role, I have the privilege of contributing to the crucial task of assessing and enhancing public health emergency preparedness. I'll be working closely with our partners and community members to develop and implement strategies aimed at ensuring our collective readiness to respond effectively to any public health challenges that may arise. What do I do in my spare time? |