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…
If you are no longer eligible for Medicaid or have lost your employer sponsored health insurance, you can contact the New Hampshire Navigators to explore other health insurance options. New Hampshire has two Health Insurance Navigators that provide health insurance enrollment assistance in person, virtually, and by phone, at no cost to you. The Health…
End 68 Hours of Hunger is a public not-for-profit effort to confront the approximately 68 hours of hunger that some school children experience between the free lunch they receive at school on Friday afternoon and the free breakfast they receive at school on Monday morning. This program puts nourishing food in the hands of school…
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…
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…
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. Do…
The New Hampshire Partners in Health program supports families of children with a chronic health condition. Partners in Health coordinators help guide, educate, and connect families to resources and financial assistance if needed. They work directly with families and can help you navigate the health system or build capacity to manage the chronic health condition.…
As of January 1, 2024 ALL children 2 years of age and younger are REQUIRED to be rear facing while in a motor vehicle. Need help understanding or explaining more about the newly adopted practice? Watch this short video, Why Rear Facing is Safest or take a look at this website Be Seat Smart NH.…
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…