Back-to-school season can be tough for both kids and parents. These resources offer support when challenges arise.
New Hampshire Department of Education - Services for my child
Services for Granite State children are spread across all divisions of the New Hampshire Department of Education. For more information to some of the most common requests received from parents visit their website.
Center for Life Management (Derry & Salem)
CLM provides comprehensive mental health services, therapy and evidence-based treatment, medication services, acute care and crisis support, community-based and family support, and specialized services for adults, children, adolescents, and families.
Child Care Aware of NH - Child Care Search
Choosing child care is one of the most important decisions a family can make. NH Child Care Search is a free service that helps you find child care to best meet your needs. Search for providers to learn more about their quality rating, licensing history, and services they offer.
Easterseals - Early Support Services (Salem)
Much of who we become is the result of our experiences within the first three years of life. Family-Centered Early Support & Services (ESS) utilizes each child’s natural curiosity to create experiences that enhance growth and development in partnership with their families and their caregivers.
F.A.S.T.E.R. Parent Support Group
Peer Support Groups for Parents of Children, Teens and Young Adults with Substance Use Issues.
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Recreational Education Center (Londonderry)
The REC’s all-encompassing resources assist those with special needs such as and not limited to; Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and more. We specialize in ages 2 through young adults. The REC provides services across all settings that are deemed clinically necessary for each individual client.
Salem Family Resources (Salem)
Salem Family Resources seeks to support, engage, and empower children, youth, and their families.
Timberlane School District's Second Step Bullying Prevention Resource (Online)
A compilation of recommended children's books pertaining to bullying prevention, categorized by age group (Pre K - Middle School).
Stepping Stones Pediatric Therapy, Inc (Londonderry)
We are a nonprofit organization focused on providing support to children with developmental delays and disabilities as well as their families through PT, OT, ST services, respite care, and other caregiver support.
The Upper Room is a non-profit Family Resource Center located in Derry, NH. We offer programs for individuals, parents, teens, and young adults.
Parent Information Center (Concord)
The Parent Information Center (PIC) supports families of children with disabilities (from birth through age 26) by providing guidance on special education, rights, and services. They offer free phone consultations, workshops, and resources to help families navigate educational and developmental challenges.
Waypoint NH Family Resource Centers
Waypoint’s Family Resource Centers are gathering places where individuals and families can come for resources, services, support, supplies, connections, advocacy, professional staff, and opportunities. Each of our centers does something a little different, but all help families get what they need to succeed. Services are free and all are welcome!
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