Are you experiencing domestic or sexual violence and don’t know where to turn? You are not alone! Caring, confidential, free support is available 24/7 for community members experiencing sexual or domestic assault/violence. You do not need to be in crisis to call. Crisis Center advocates from The Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence are available…
The holiday season is a time of year when indulgence abounds. It can be easy to get caught up in celebratory feasts and nostalgic treats and lose track of regular, balanced meals and the other healthy eating habits that serve us well the rest of the year. Kate Graves, Rd, LDN Nutrition Connections Specialist and…
There is nothing like a simple, fabulously smelling batch of play dough to get your in the holiday spirit and keep your kids entertained while you check things off your holiday list. Head to The Soccer Mom Blog for all the details and easy to follow instructions for peppermint, gingerbread and Christmas tree play dough…
The NH Child Care Scholarship Program helps eligible New Hampshire families pay for child care by providing direct payments to qualified early childhood and out-of-school time providers for children under the age of 13 years old (or under 18 years old if they have a disability). You may be eligible for the NH Child Care…
Don’t miss the 5th Annual Southwest New Hampshire Tour of Lights! This program is a collaboration among several Recreation Departments in southern New Hampshire and the program exists to provide a free family friendly activity to go and explore festive lights and decorations during the holidays. There are more than 97 homes across the 15…
Santa’s Mailbox is now set up in the hospital atrium at Milford Medical Center and Urgent Care (442 Nashua St. Milford) and ready for your children’s letters! Remember: EVERY LETTER RECEIVES A RESPONSE FROM SANTA!! Open to anyone in the community. Just stop in and drop off your letter!
Are you struggling to pay your mortgage or rent? Need help with utilities, home insurance, association fees or property taxes? The NH Homeowner and Renters Assistance Programs provide assistance to eligible homeowners and renters who have experienced a financial hardship and are struggling to make ends meet with the rise in the cost of living.…
The Milford Police Department is hosting their annual “toy store” for Milford families in need. Any Milford family who may need the community’s support with holiday gifts for their children can stop by the Milford Police Station beginning, Monday, December 9th Stop by Milford PD anytime during the day…no appointment is needed.
Teaching gratitude to children can be one of the more challenging aspects of parenthood, but it’s one of the most important things you can teach and model for them. Practicing gratitude helps children become more sensitive and empathetic to others while being less demanding and entitled themselves. Many experts believe that being grateful also leads…
Protecting your energy and focusing on your own self care helps you have the energy to be the parent you want to be. The more mindful we are of what’s working against us, the more prepared we can be to make a positive shift. A recent survey by Self Magazine states that 66% of parents…