In 2021, New Hampshire’s Child Advocacy Centers provided services to over 2000 NH children and their families, conducted over 1500 forensic interviews, and provided families with over 2000 referrals for behavioral health and specialized medical services to help children who have experienced abuse HEAL, SURVIVE, and THRIVE!! Prevention is key to ending the cycle of…
The origin of April fools’ Day is a bit unclear but the holiday, celebrated annually on April 1st, has been around for centuries. People young and old, and in countries all around the world, delight in a day dedicated to practical jokes, pranks and playing tricks on family and friends. No matter how this silly,…
President Ronald Reagan declared March as National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in 1987 to “increase public awareness of the needs and the potential of Americans who face developmental disabilities and to provide the opportunities they need in order to live productive lives and to achieve their full potential” Developmental disabilities can refer to impairments in…
It happens to us all, you’re running through the store to pick up a few things and the requests start, and are often followed by tears and the occasional meltdown. If your child is constantly asking for things while out shopping you are not alone! Even as adults, walking around Target makes most of us want…
Spring is here!! The first day of spring is also known as the Vernal Equinox. Equinox is derived from Latin words meaning “equal night.” Days and nights are approximately equal in length near the first day of spring! After a long, cold winter it’s exciting to have longer days and to feel the warm sun on…
Does your child gag at the sight, smell, touch, or taste of certain foods? Do they prefer to eat only certain textures or tastes? Did they not go through an oral stage as a baby/toddler where they mouthed and chewed on toys and other objects? Or maybe you find they excessively chew or mouth objects…
The mission of Share Outreach is to provide food, clothing and financial assistance to area families in need who do not qualify for government assistance or for whom the assistance is insufficient for their needs, or has been delayed. Share also collaborates with other area organizations to help provide access to services and information. Share…
Bring your kids with you when you vote on Town Election/Voting Day, Tuesday, March 12! Young people’s ability and desire to participate in civic life is shaped throughout their childhood and adolescence. Learning early in life how to participate in our democracy is an important part of civic education! Students from the Jacques School and…
Tax season is upon us! For some valuable tips as you get ready to file take a look at this informative article, 8 Money-Saving Tax Tips for Parents Do you need help filing your taxes this year? There are a few options families can take advantage of: For more on local financial resources and programs…
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Our mental health affects how we think, feel, and act, and also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood, into adolescence, and through adulthood. Our partners at Greater Nashua Mental…