The City of Springfield invites you to take the Community Health Equity Survey (CHES)
Springfield residents have a chance to help influence where resources and services go in our city. The Community Health Equity Survey (CHES), now open from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, asks about the things that shape daily life and health in our city: housing, food, safety, mental health, work, and how people are treated.
When Springfield residents take part, our city is better reflected in the data that the state, funders, and local programs use to decide where resources and services go. Giving your time to complete this helps make sure Springfield is included in that conversation.
The survey is confidential and does not ask for identifying information. It does not ask for your name, address, or immigration status, it is not shared with other agencies, and it does not affect your benefits or the services you receive. Anyone in Massachusetts age 12 or older can take it, it takes about 15 to 30 minutes, and it is available in 11 languages including Spanish. Every question is optional.
Take the survey: https://www.mass.gov/healthsurvey
2025 Public Health Impact Report
The Springfield Department of Health and Human Services is proud to present the 2025 Public Health Impact Report, a comprehensive overview of the Department’s work to protect, promote, and improve the health and well-being of our community.
This report highlights key initiatives, programs, and outcomes from the past year, showcasing the impact of our efforts across critical public health areas, including:
- Disease prevention and health promotion
- Environmental health and safety
- Substance use prevention and recovery support
- Services for individuals experiencing homelessness
- Community partnerships and outreach
Through this report, we aim to provide transparency, share progress, and demonstrate the value of public health investments in the City of Springfield.
View the full report: 2025 Public Health Impact Report
Where can I get help finding food?
In response to recent shifts in federal funding during the month of November and their impact on SNAP benefits, please find linked below a document available in both English and Spanish. This document outlines resources for accessing food assistance in your area, including both online and phone-based options.
If you are in need of food, please contact the resources listed, which include local food pantry sites and contact information for the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA). The DTA is the state agency responsible for administering SNAP benefits and can provide additional guidance or support.
News and Events
Job Opportunity
The City of Springfield Department of Health and Human Services is looking for a nurse to join the Division of nursing. The applicant must be licensed in Massachusetts. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the application of professional skills and knowledge in the performances of a wide variety of public health nursing duties in connection with communicable disease control, mass immunizations, and related programs. Public Health Nursing is a great opportunity to give back to the community. Please follow this link to check out the description and to fill out the application.
About the Department of Health and Human Services
The Department of Health and Human Services provides environmental health, community nursing and health education services. The Mayor appoints its Commissioner.
The department issues burial permits, records dog bites, and baits sewers for rats. It also licenses and inspects stores, massage therapists, restaurants, caterers, bakeries, day camps, pools, and trailer parks as well as septic tank cleaners and trash removal services. In addition, it provides vaccines for immunizations including polio, tuberculin, tetanus, and MMR, and maintains an immunization-tracking registry. It follows up on cases of tuberculosis and other communicable diseases such as hepatitis and shigella.
Community nursing services are offered on a rotating basis at a variety of sites, generally community centers and housing projects. Services consist of blood pressure readings, health screening, and referrals. To obtain a complete list of sites with days and times of nurses' visits, call (413) 787-6740.
A nurse provides health care six mornings and two evenings a week for homeless people at 769 Worthington Street. Call (413) 734-7140 for more information. Dental services for the homeless are also available two days a week at this location. Call (413) 731-9575 for more information.