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New Hampshire Bureau of Elderly & Adult Services 80 North Littleton Road To report abuse or neglect of an elderly or disabled adult call: |
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Residential Treatment Services Tri-County Community Action ProgramStep One 361 School Street PO Box 659 Berlin, NH 1-(603) 752-8033 http://www.tccap.org/aod_step1.htm
Friendship House P.O. Box 717 2957 Main Street Bethlehem, NH 03574 1-(603) 869-2210 http://www.tccap.org/aod_friendship_house.htm
Outpatient Services White Mountain Mental Health ServicesPO Box 599 29 Maple Street Littleton, NH 03561 1-(603) 444-5358 http://alcoholism.about.com/od/tx_nh/qt/nh24.htm
Support Services NH Alcoholics Anonymous Alcohol Anonymous (AA) Al-Anon/Alateen Food Addicts in Recovery Nar-Anon, Cocaine Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous (NA) New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services NH Department of Public Health Overeaters Anonymous (OA) |
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To report Child Abuse: 1 800 894-5533 New Hampshire Division for Children, Youth and Families National Child Abuse Hotline: 1 800 423-5805 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Our Time Family Access Center A supervised visitation and exchange center, Our Time provides a safe place for families dealing with divorce, domestic violence, substance abuse, disagreement and other hardships creating family separations to maintain positive relationships between parents and children. An initial intake interview must be scheduled prior to any visitation. All visits and exchanges are monitored by trained supervisors. Fee is charged. |
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Girl Scouts of Swift Water Council Sunset Valley Program Center and North Country Office Patti Dugan-Henriksen, Membership and Marketing Director pdugan@swgirlscouts.org www.swgirlscouts.org Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character. Serving all girls ages 5 to 18. |
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Child Care Resource, Referral, Recruitment, and Training Our Time Family Access Center A supervised visitation and exchange center, Our Time provides a safe place for families dealing with divorce, domestic violence, substance abuse, disagreement and other hardships creating family separations to maintain positive relationships between parents and children. An initial intake interview must be scheduled prior to any visitation. All visits and exchanges are monitored by trained supervisors. Fee is charged. |
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Granite State Independent Living Foundation Governor's Commission on Disability |
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Batterer's Intervention Programs: Department of Correction Center for New Beginnings North Country Counseling Victims Services RESPONSE to Sexual & Domestic Violence 149 Main Street 118 Main Street 24 hour crisis and information line: Toll free 1-(866) 662-4220 Services Include:
New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence State-wide organization representing survivors and the 14 member programs. Our Time Family Access Center A supervised visitation and exchange center, Our Time provides a safe place for families dealing with divorce, domestic violence, substance abuse, disagreement and other hardships creating family separations to maintain positive relationships between parents and children. An initial intake interview must be scheduled prior to any visitation. All visits and exchanges are monitored by trained supervisors. Fee is charged. |
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Adult Learner Services White Mountains Community College |
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New Hampshire Bureau of Elderly & Adult Services 80 North Littleton Road To report abuse or neglect of an elderly or disabled adult call: Tri-County Community Action Programs Alzheimer's Health Care Services
Guardianship Services Whitefield, NH 035981-(603) 837-9561 www.gsgs.org Provides guardianship, conservatorship, consultation and protection services for elderly and disabled persons. Covers issues such as medical, financial and court. North Country Senior Wheels PO Box 534 Colebrook: 1-(603) 237-4957 Whitefield: 1-(603) 837-2424 www.tccap.org/nctProvides local transportation for medical appointments, shopping, special events, etc. and long distance for medical appointments. Eligibility: Must be 60+. Fee: donation. Senior Companion Program 1-(603) 752-4103 Matches senior volunteers with senior visitees. On weekly visits, pairs of seniors may sit and chat, go on walks, play cards, or take meals together. Some volunteers are matched with vision-impaired seniors may spend time reading to their visitee. Senior Meals 610 Sullivan Street Colby Commons 34 Jefferson Road Provides nutritious meals in group settings and home delivered, health education and screenings, special events, information and referral, and outreach. Service Link Toll free 1-(866) 634-9412www.tccap.org/servicelink A statewide network of community based resources for elders, adults living with disabilities and their families. Reliable information about available services and opportunities: financial/retirement planning, active aging, caregiver supports, home-care options, community involvement opportunities, public education programs, etc. Holiday Center 27 Green SquareBerlin, NH 03570 1-(603) 752-1413 Activities and respite for elderly individuals. New Hampshire Legal Assistance Senior Citizen's Law Project 256 Main Street 271 Main Street NHLA provides free legal help to low-income and elderly persons who cannot afford a private attorney. NHLA handles legal matters involving health care, domestic violence, public and private housing issues, property taxes, Medicare/Medicaid, home health care, debt collection and harassment, consumer issues, food stamps, welfare, unemployment compensation, utility shut-off, and nursing home problems. Office open Monday through Friday, 8:30 - 5:00. Social Security Administration 177 Main Street REAP Program Referral Education Assistance & Prevention Program1 866 634-9412 REAP counselors are available by phone or home visit to assist with multiple issues, including medications, stress, relationships, family problems, mental health, etc. It is available to all older adults and is free, confidential and home based. HOAP HOAP provides organized activities for adults over 55 in the Colebrook area. Most events are free or at a reduced rate for HOAP members. Activities incorporate social, physical and cultural interactions through local events and field trips. Caleb Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers Enhances independent living for seniors, aged 60+, by relieving isolation and assisting with friendly visits, care and supportive services. Serving communities of Bethlehem, Dalton, Groveton, Jefferson, Lancaster, Littleton, Twin Mountain and Whitefield. |
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Coos County Family Health Services 133 Pleasant Street 59 Page Hill Road Gorham, NH 03581 1-(603) 466-2741 www.coosfamilyhealth.org Comprehensive reproductive health care for all life stages. Insurance accepted. Sliding fee scale. Indian Stream Family Planning Weeks Medical Center 47 Church Street 8 Clover Lane |
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SERVE New England Food Program provides the opportunity to purchase food packages at savings of up to 50%. Pre-payment at time of ordering and 2 hours of volunteer work anywhere in your community is required. Berlin 752-3343 Colebrook 237-4353 Lancaster 788-3583 Pittsburg 538-6476 Pittsburg Angels Tri-County Community Action Program 3 Parsons Street St. Kieran's Food Pantry |
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N H Department of Financial Assistance Towns Consumer Credit Counseling AHEAD Provides counseling and help developing a written action plan on managing finances. Can help with foreclosures. Call 800 974-1377 Bonnie CLAC Help for everyone with finding a reliable, fuel-efficient car, improving credit ratings, and auto financing. www.bonnieclac.org 866 455-2522 |

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Public Service of NH has a program to assist low-income families. Access Tri-County Community Action Program 3 Parsons Street |
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Coos County Family Health Services 133 Pleasant Street 59 Page Hill Road Gorham, NH 03581 1-(603) 466-2741 www.coosfamilyhealth.org Comprehensive health care for all life stages. Insurance accepted. Sliding fee scale. Androscoggin Valley Hospital 59 Page Hill RoadBerlin, NH 03570 1-(603) 752-2200 www.avhnh.com Inpatient, outpatient and emergency care. Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital 181 Corliss LaneColebrook, NH 03576 1-(603) 237-4971 www.dartmouth-hitchcock.org/ucvh Inpatient, outpatient and emergency care. NH Healthy Kids 1 Pillsbury Street, Suite 300Concord, NH 03301-3556 1-(603) 228-2925 Toll free 1-(877) 464-2447 Medical and dental insurance for children in low and moderate income families. |
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Berlin Housing Authority Provides rental subsidy according to family size and income. Lancaster Housing Authority Provides rental subsidy according to family size and income. Northumberland Housing Authority Provides rental subsidy according to family size and income. New Hampshire Housing Authority Brookside Park Colby Commons Echo Valley Village Elmwood Apartments Lancaster Apartments Millroad Meadows Northern View Apartments Promenade Court Ridgewood Hill Farmers Home Administration Provides low interest loans to income eligible families. Security Deposit and/or Rent Assistance St. Vincent de Paul Society TANF Emergency Fund Tri-County Community Action Program New Hampshire Victims' Assistance Commission Homeless Homeless Outreach and Intervention Lynsey House Homeless shelter for men, women and families. My Friend's Place Emergency shelter for women and their children. Other arrangements for men and their children. 24 hour access through 866 number. |
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New Hampshire Division for Juvenile Justice Services Detention Unit: 1-(603) 271-5949
Tobey School: 1-(603) 271-5940fax:1-(603) 271-5920 Youth Services Center: 1-(603) 271-5942fax:1-(603) 271-5982 Berlin District Office Court Diversion Coos County Family Mediation Coos County Parent-Child Mediation Program Voluntary mediation program to help resolve conflicts affecting the family. Mountainview Mediation Voluntary mediation program to help resolve conflicts affecting the family. Legal Advice and Referral Center (LARC) Offers free legal advice and referrals. Connection to pro bono attorney services. Coos County Coalition Juvenile Justice Project |
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New Hampshire Bar Association Provides legal information and referrals to attorneys statewide. Has income eligible reduced fee program. Lawline Free legal information on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 6 pm to 8 pm. Legal Advice and Referral Center (LARC) Offers free information, legal advice and referral service to low-income persons in the area of family law, public benefits, bankruptcy, consumer and housing. Connection to pro bono attorney services. DOVE Project of the NH Bar Association Provides free legal representation for qualified low-income survivors of domestic violence at their final restraining order hearings. Contact your local crisis center or 1-(866) 644-3574 (NH only) for more information. New Hampshire Legal Assistance 271 Main Street NHLA provides free legal help to low-income and elderly persons who cannot afford a private attorney. NHLA handles legal matters involving health care, domestic violence, public and private housing issues, property taxes, Medicare/Medicaid, home health care, debt collection and harassment, consumer issues, food stamps, welfare, unemployment compensation, utility shut-off, and nursing home problems. Office open Monday-Friday, 8:30 - 5:00. Disability Rights Center Provides legal advocacy in the areas of disability law and civil rights. International Institute of New Hampshire Provides legal services for low-income individuals with complicated immigration cases. |
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Northern Human Services 34 Colby Street 14 State Street Catholic Social Services Elizabeth Hess, PhD. Judi-Marie Buteau Patty Grondin PATHWAYS For Thursday's Child, Ltd. |
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Ecumenical Food Pantry Salvation Army Food Pantry Tri-County Community Action Program Food Pantries 4 Pleasant Street 73 Main Street Commodity Supplemental Food Program Provides government surplus food, free of charge, to income eligible seniors (60+) and post-partum women and children (up to age 5) who are not receiving WIC. Women, Infants, and Children Nutrition Program (WIC) Provides food vouchers for nutritious foods and formula, nutrition information, health screenings for income eligible pregnant and post-partum women, infants and children up to age five. Satellite offices throughout county. White Mountain SHARE Program Nation-wide program which buys food in large quantities and passes the savings on to the consumer. Participants pay a monthly fee (cash or food stamps accepted) and perform two hours of volunteer community service (participants choice) per month in exchange for food package. Food distribution once per month, on a Saturday morning. University of NH Cooperative Extension Provides nutrition information, including workshops and recipes. |
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Family-Centered Early Supports and Services provides support and assistance to infants and young children (birth to age 3) who have or are at risk for developmental delay. Intake CoordinatorChasity Labonville P O Box 299 Whitefield, NH 03598 837-9547 ext 1223 |
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Pathways Pregnancy Center |
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RESPONSE to Sexual & Domestic Violence 149 Main Street 118 Main Street 24 hour crisis and information line: Toll free 1-(866) 662-4220 Services Include:
New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence State-wide organization representing survivors and the 14 member programs. |
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RESPONSE to Sexual & Domestic Violence 149 Main Street 118 Main Street 24 hour crisis and information line: Toll free 1-(866) 662-4220 Services Include:
New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence State-wide organization representing survivors and the 14 member programs. |
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Suicide Prevention Hotline |
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Girl Scouts of Swift Water Council Sunset Valley Program Center and North Country Office34 Jimtown Road Gorham, NH 03581 1-(603) 466-3801
Contact:Patti Dugan-Henriksen, Membership and Marketing Director pdugan@swgirlscouts.org www.swgirlscouts.org Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character. Serving all girls ages 5 to 18. Youth Venture-New England |
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North Country Transit Two fixed routes: Berlin-Gorham and Tri-town Lancaster-Whitefield-Littleton Long distance and local medical appointments, Senior Wheels |
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Youth Alternatives Program Serving young people ages 8 to 17, Youth Alternatives offers four programs to families coping with substance abuse, conflict resolution, communication and other common family issues. The programs offered are:
Girl Scouts of Swift Water Council Sunset Valley Program Center and North Country Office34 Jimtown Road Gorham, NH 03581 1-(603) 466-3801
Contact:Patti Dugan-Henriksen, Membership and Marketing Director pdugan@swgirlscouts.org www.swgirlscouts.org Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character. Serving all girls ages 5 to 18. Youth Venture-New England |
