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…
Rekindling Curiosity is back again to provide funding for children to attend camps and summer programs. The New Hampshire Department of Education is partnering with New Hampshire camps and school-age summer programs across the state to offer students the unique opportunity to move beyond COVID-19 and be a kid again. Students of all ages,…
Road injuries are the leading cause of preventable deaths and injuries to children in the United States. The best way to keep your child safe in the car is to use the right car seat in the right way every time you’re out on the road. **A new law took effect in NH on January…
Focusing on a new baby often causes a new mother to put her own needs aside. While focusing attention on a new infant is extremely important, it is also important for Mom to take time for self-care and listen to signs from her body to take time for herself. Take a look at this article…
The Care Coordination Program-New Hampshire (CCP-NH) assists military from all branches of service who live, work or serve in the state of New Hampshire. Their team of professional care coordinators and personal financial counselors are available to provide advice and support to service members and their families before, during and after deployment. CCP-NH helps address…
Did you know there is a free call-in service for Milford-area parents and families provided by Waypoint Family Resource Center? Any parenting question is welcome! Looking for advice or for specific child development information? Are you hoping to connect with a trusted, nonjudgmental, child and family support professional? Searching for a specific resource for your…
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 young kids can stop by the Milford Police Station beginning, Monday, December 5. Stop by the Milford PD between 7am and 11pm or contact Detective Wales…
Are you a parent/caregiver looking for additional support for a child who has been diagnosed with developmental delays, a disability, or chronic illness? NH Family Voices is staffed by parents of children and young adults with special needs who have experience navigating the maze of resources and programs available, so they understand the issues that families…
Are you a grandparent raising and caring for your young grandchild(ren)? Or a relative helping to support young family members? More and more, people across New Hampshire are finding themselves unexpectedly parenting a young relative. It’s a beautiful act of family love; avoids the child having to go into the foster care system, and keeps the…
Premiering in March of 2021, the New Hampshire Children’s Trust is in it’s second season of their parenting podcast; New Hampshire Family NOW! New Hampshire Family NOW is a frank conversation about the ups and downs of parenting hosted by NHCT Director of Advancement Nathan Fink and Senior Programs Director Joelyn Drennan. Sometimes funny and…