Resource Center: Help for Individuals
24-hour Sexual Assault Hotline:1-800-277-5570
24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline:1-866-644-3574
211 NH
Simply pick up a New Hampshire
phone and dial 2-1-1 to find out about programs and services for health
and human services needs for no cost. 2-1-1 NH's primary function is to
connect individuals with everyday needs to available resources. Our live
call specialists quickly access the person's particular situation and direct
the caller to the resources that best meet their needs and for which they
qualify. For more information visit the 211NH website at 211nh.org
Family Resource Centers in New Hampshire
Family Resource Centers around New Hampshire are providing families with educational programs and support services, which enhance their ability to raise healthy children in caring homes. A list of local Family Resource Centers can be found by clicking here.
Boys and Girls Club- After school and school vacation programs for children 6-18 years old. Clubs are open after school (starting between 2:00-3:00pm) until evenings (ranging from 6:00-9:00pm) on weekdays. Most clubs in New Hampshire offer an affordable annual fee ranging from $20-$75 per year per child, varying by program and location. Financial assistance is available in most programs to families that qualify. Club membership cost, financial assistance, club amenities, programs and activities, hours, and rules vary by location.
Child and Family Services of New Hampshire- Child and Family Services is an independent nonprofit agency dedicated to advancing the well-being of children by providing an array of social services to strengthen family life and by promoting community commitment to the needs of children.
NH
Child Care Resource & Referral Network-The
NHCCR&R Network is composed of 10 community based Child Care Resource
and Referral programs. These strategically situated programs educate and
support families, providers and the community regarding child care issues.
The program seeks to ensure that families are receiving consistent, high
quality consumer education and referral services.
New Hampshire Vocational Rehabilitation- Assists eligible New Hampshire citizens with disabilities secure suitable employment and financial and personal independence by providing rehabilitation services.
New Hampshire Works- Set up in 13 offices state wide, New Hampshire Works assists individuals in their employment search by compiling job listings, offering educational trainings, workshops on preparing resumes, cover letters, and job searching, skill testing, and employment counseling. Services are offered free or at a minimal cost to consumers. All offices are open 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
NH
Department of Employment Security- The NH DES operates
a free public Employment Service through a statewide network of Job and
Information Centers, providing a broad range of assisted and self-directed
employment and career related services, as well as pays unemployment compensation.
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GED Information
New Hampshire Department of Education-Information on the NH GED test, including Frequently Asked Questions can be found here.
NH Department of Education Bureau of Adult Learning- The Bureau of Adult Learning maintains a list of GED Preparation classes, some of which are available for free or a reduced rate. Access the list here.
College Scholarships and Financial Aid
NursingHomeAbuse.net Scholarship-NursingHomeAbuse.net has just launched a new $5,000 scholarship, exclusively for US students pursuing a degree that will help combat nursing home abuse. The scholarship will cover non-tuition related expenses such as rent, childcare, textbooks, utilities and groceries for the 2012-2013 academic year. The application window is January 15th through February 15th.
College Scholarships for Women-A comprehensive website which is a good starting poing. Links to specific subject area, degree types, scholarships for student-specific categories, and educational resources.
New
Hampshire Department of Education- The Division Higher Education
maintains a list of helpful financial aid links. It can be accessed by clicking
here.
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NH Legal Assistance- Several sites across the state offering criminal justice and legal services, unemployment insurance benefits and assistance for low income individuals. Toll free number: 1-800-639-5290
Financial Assistance for Needy Families Program (FANF)- FANF provides cash assistance to families with dependent children through the New Hampshire Employment Program (NHEP), the Family Assistance Program (FAP), the Interim Disabled Parent (IDP) program, and the Families With Older Children (FWOC). Eligibility for FANF depends upon income, resources and the presence of a dependent child.
Grants
for Single Mothers-Grants for Single Mothers is a resource focused on
helping single moms. Topics include single mom financial aid, scholarship
resources, food and housing programs, parenting advice, and related information.
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NH Food Pantries- NH ServiceLink maintains a list of food pantries, searchable by town or program name.
Salvation Army: Salvation Army locations around New Hampshire provide social services and food pantries/meals at varying times. Check with your local location for more information. A list of New Hampshire Salvation Army locations can be found by clicking here.
NH Women, Infants, and Children program (WIC): The NH WIC program provides nutrition education and nutritious foods to help keep pregnant women, new mothers, infants and preschool children healthy and strong.
NH
Food Stamp program: The NH Food
Stamp program provides eligible individuals and households with benefits
to buy food items at grocery stores, and other participating food retailers.
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NH Medicaid- NH Medicaid is a federal and state funded health care program that serves a wide range of needy individuals and families who meet certain eligibility requirements. Medicaid provides payment for health care services ranging from routine preventive medical care for children to institutional care for the elderly and disabled.
Medicare- Medicare is the US health insurance program for people age 65 or older. Certain people younger than age 65 can qualify for Medicare, too, including those who have disabilities. The program helps with the cost of health care, but it does not cover all medical expenses or the cost of most long-term care.
NH Healthy Kids- New Hampshire Healthy Kids provides access to affordable, quality health and dental coverage to uninsured children and teens in New Hampshire. Working with hospitals, community health centers, schools, health care providers and social service agencies across New Hampshire, they help connect uninsured children with the health care services they need to stay healthy and ready to learn.
NH Aid to the Permanently and Totally Disabled (APTD)- Aid to the Permanently and Totally Disabled (APTD) is cash assistance for individuals who are between the ages of 18 and 64 and who are physically or mentally disabled. To be eligible for APTD cash assistance, you must meet certain requirements. If you are eligible for cash assistance, you are also eligible for medical assistance.
NH
Aid to the Needy Blind (ANB)-Aid
to the Needy Blind (ANB) assistance is available for individuals between
the ages of 18 and 64 that are legally blind. Eligibility
for ANB depends upon income, resources, and living arrangement. Individuals
eligible for State Supplemental are also automatically eligible for
Medicaid.
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NH Treatment Programs- The NH Department of Health and Human Services maintains a list of treatment programs around the state. Access it here.
Access
To Recovery: Access to Recovery (ATR) is a four-year, federally
funded program that uses a voucher based system to enable individuals
to chose their drug and alcohol treatment program. This encourages long
term recovery by allowing individuals to chose a program that best fits
them.
Alcoholics Anonymous NH- Non-denominational,
free of charge group that joins individuals who wish to become or remain
sober, and help others do the same. A list of meeting days and times
can be found here.
24-Helptline: 1-800-593-3330
Narcotics Anonymous NH- Narcotics
Anonymous is a program of recovery from the disease of addiction, and
does not refer to any particular drug or group of drugs. Narcotics Anonymous
is a fellowship of men and women who get together regularly to share
their experience, strength and hope. The only requirement for membership
is the desire to stop using. A list of meeting days and times can be
found here.
24-hour Helpline: 1-888-624-3578
Overeaters Anonymous NH- Overeaters Anonymous is a Fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength and hope, are recovering from compulsive overeating. A list of meeting days and times can be found here.
NH
Al-Anon: An organization that provides support and community for
friends and family of individuals with alcoholism. This group welcomes
and supports those closest to alcoholics by sharing experiences, hope,
and advice. This non-denominational organization is free of charge.
A list of meeting days and times can be found here.
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NH Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence- NHCADSV is the umbrella agency for 14 member programs throughout the state. These programs, known as crisis centers, provide a range of free and confidential services for victims of domestic and sexual violence. These services include a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, court accompaniment, peer support groups, education and outreach, walk-in services, children's advocacy, social services advocacy, and hospital accompaniment. Find a crisis center near you
24-hour Sexual Assault Hotline:1-800-277-5570
24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline:1-866-644-3574
New
Hampshire Legal Assistance- NHLA advocates represent victims and
survivors of domestic abuse in many ways including representation at
final restraining order hearings, representation at final stalking petition
hearings, representation at divorce hearings, and representation at
parenting (custody) hearings.
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The Bureau of Homeless & Housing Services (BHHS)- BHHS supports NH communities, individuals and families that are homeless or are faced the threat of becoming homeless. Offers resources to connect individuals to permanent, short term,and emergency housing.
New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority: The Authority administers a broad range of programs designed to assist low- and moderate-income persons and families with obtaining decent, safe and affordable housing.
Short Term Housing
Angies Shelter for Women, Manchester
Anne-Marie House, Greater Nashua
Crossroads House, Portsmouth
Families in Transition, Concord and Manchester
The Friends Program, Concord
Harbor Homes, Nashua
Monadnock Area Transitional Shelter (MATS), Greater Monadnock Region
Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter, Nashua
New Horizons, Manchester
New Generation, Greenland
Southwestern Community Services, Greater Keene
Long Term Housing
CATCH
Neighborhood Housing, Concord
Families in Transition, Manchester
and Concord
Harbor Homes, Nashua
The
Housing Partnership, Greater Portsmouth
Laconia Area Community Land Trust,
Laconia
Marguerite's Place, Nashua
Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter,
Nashua
New
Life Home for Women and Children, Manchester
New Generation, Greenland
Southwestern Community
Services, Greater Keene
The Way Home, Manchester
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Easter
Seals Special Transit Service- Provides
door-to-door transportation with passenger assistance available for
the frail and isolated elderly, as well as individuals with special
needs and disabilities in the greater Manchester area.
Good
News Garage- Good News Garage
aims to create economic opportunity
by providing affordable and reliable transportation options to people
in need.
Granite State Independent
Living- provides accessible
transportation to people with disabilities throughout the State of New
Hampshire to help them fully participate in their lives and their communities.
More Than Wheels- More Than Wheels helps people get the best deal
on a reliable and fuel-efficient
car. More Than Wheels helps New England residents
find the best car that fits their needs by negotiating
with the dealer and the bank on their behalf to get the lowest price
and interest rate.
Nashua
Soup Kitchen and Shelter- In addition to the shelter and food services
provided by this organization, they assist with transportation to interviews,
work, or educational services. The shelter provides free transit passes
including bus tickets when available. They also have a small supply
of bikes for use during the warmer seasons.
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