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Parent Resources The Upper Room: A 437-8477 Offers information,
support and a range of programs including free parenting classes throughout
the year. Center for Life Management 893-3548 x 3159. CLM offers support groups for parents of
children with emotional or behavioral challenges. Call Kathy for additional
information.
Financial Assistance Clothing Thrift Store Brand Name Thrift Store (beside Tokyo
Joe’s) All brand names, $2.00 or less. Sonshine Soup Kitchen Serves free meals Monday through Friday at
Fuel Assistance/ Electric Assistance Call Community Action Program
1-800-639-3896
Student Eyewear Glasses Lions Club will provide glasses for
income eligible students. Contact
school nurse for application.
Health Insurance Healthy Kids is a comprehensive health
insurance program for children. Call toll free-1-877-464-2447 or visit their
web site at www.nhhealthykids.com for information and application. It is definitely worth calling to see
if you are eligible, because there are many different plans available. Community Health Services 425-2545 Provides access to
medical, prescription and mental health services for income eligible adults
who are unable to afford health insurance. Call to see if you meet income guidelines. Over 100 physicians
participate - minimum $10. Co-pay. Children may have
Healthy Kids while their parents are members of this program.
Resources for Specific Concerns Addictions A.A.-1-800-593-3330 (24 hours) Al-Anon & Al-Ateen 1-877-825-2666
for information on meetings. 45 East Broadway 432-9794 Adult drop-in center. 18 AA meetings weekly. Also hosts Al-Anon and Al-aTeen meetings and provides information on additional
local meetings. Adult Learners Program Contact Kathy Mercer 432-1907 GED classes meet Monday and
Wednesday from 9-12pm. Starts Sept. 18th. English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL) classes meet
Tuesdays and Thursdays from
Bereavement Grief Share, Offers a weekly video seminar/support group on Tuesdays from
Crisis Service Y.W.C.A. Provides range of services including hospital and court advocacy
and support groups for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Mentors Big Brothers/ Big Sisters Call 434-4414 for an application. Volunteers are always welcome-we also need school-based mentors!
1-800-232-0986 Information, referral and advocacy for parents with children receiving
special education services. Also
provides information and referral to parents who have questions or concerns
about their child’s development. Focus may also be on parenting or
school concerns. Respite
Program. New program offering short term overnight child placement for families in
crisis. Care provided in licensed foster homes. This is a partnership with
the Upper Room’s Derry Family Outreach, Family Strength and
D.C.Y.F. Call the Upper Room
437-8477 for information. We
would also like to hear from you if you are interested in becoming a respite
provider.
Need Additional
Resources? Helpline Extensive database-over 8,000 entries! Information and
referral services, such as medical, legal, social service, and counseling. Monday - Friday 1-800-852-3388 Info Link Comprehensive information &
referral service for any need you may have. 1-888-499-2525 Service Link or 1-866-634-9412
(toll free). Provides
information and support services for seniors and any adult living with a
disability or chronic illness.
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