Waypoint’s Circle of Parents online support group provides a friendly, supportive environment led by local parents and other caregivers. It’s a place where anyone in a parenting role can openly discuss the successes and challenges of raising children. It’s a place where they can find and share support. They believe that people can learn from the…
The NH Rail Trail Coalition (NHRTC) has put together a comprehensive list of more than 40 rail trails throughout NH! Rail trails are a great option for family members of all ages because of the wide, fairly flat paths. Some NH trails are fully paved, most others are compact gravel or dirt. The trails are…
According to Screen Time and Children from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) too much screen time may lead to sleep problems, weight problems, mood problems, not enough outdoor time and physical activity, less time spent with family and friends, less opportunities for face-to face communication, and so much more. Not only…
Did you know…A family of 4 earning $74,941 or less is eligible for fuel AND electric assistance this year? Check out the income chart- you may be surprised to learn that you qualify. If you qualify for assistance based on the chart in the image above you should APPLY NOW. If you need help getting…
Did you know we have a historical natural gem right here in our little town of Milford?! Monson Center (also called Monson Village) was an early colonial settlement that existed from 1737-1770 and covered over 17,000 acres. It is considered by leading archaeologists to be one of the most significant archeological sites in New England.…
Everyone deserves a compassionate, equitable, effective mental health response during a crisis. It’s here! 988, the new 3-digit number for mental health, substance use and suicide crises is available nationwide for calls and text. What to expect when you contact 988: you’ll be connected to a Lifeline network crisis center a trained crisis counselor will…
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. STEAM learning happens naturally everyday as children explore, play, and try new things. But there are many activities that you can do together that promote STEAM learning. Exploration of science, technology, engineering, art and math have many benefits for kids; it inspires creativity, engages all types of…
In our busy, hectic, over-scheduled lives giving our kids the space to do nothing can be the most precious gift we give them. Research has shown that making space in our lives to do nothing helps kids and adults in so many ways. Downtime is so important to our overall wellness and has been proven…
Reading aloud to your kids, even as they get older, has been proven to have many long term benefits; makes space for deep conversations, encourages emotional closeness, more exposure to language, expression, and information, will strengthen their own early literacy skills, and so much more! And all it takes is just 15 minutes a day!…
This is a great article written by Lindsay Murphy, the Associate Director of Child, Adolescent & Family Services, on the importance of physical activity and PLAY for mental wellness, especially for children and youth. Click HERE to read her article; “Physical Activity, Play and Mental Health; They are Related” in the Sunday Nashua Telegraph from…