Click on the following organizations to go directly to the contact information:
Alliance for Community Supports
ATECH Services' NH Vision/Hearing Network
Brain Injury Association of NH
CHADD-Children and Adults with Attention Deficit (Nashua-Windham NH Chapter)
Communities Actively United for Social Equality-CAUSE
Council for Children & Adolescents with Chronic Health Conditions
Ed Tech Associates, Inc.
Family Resource Connection
Granite State Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
Granite State Independent Living (GSIL)
Latin American Center
May Institute
Multi-Sensory Intervention Through Consultation and Education-MICE
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI NH)
NH Association of Special Education Administrators
NH EdLaw
NH Family Voices
North Country Education Services
Parent Information Center
Parents Involved in Education-PIE
Parent-to-Parent
Preschool Technical Assistance Network-PTAN
Southeastern Regional Education Service Center-SERESC
Special Medical Services Bureau
UNH Institute on Disability
Vocational Rehabilitation
Alliance for Community Supports
Address:
340 Commercial Street , Manchester , NH 03101
Contact:
(603) 628-7681
Fax 628-7679
Website:
www.allianceforcommunitysupports.com
Email:
gail.cormier@allianceforcommunitysupports.com
www.allianceforcommunitysupports.com
Area Served:
Statewide as staff availability permits
Fee:
fee for service through vendor contracts, grants and private contracts. No fee for individuals
Summary:
The mission of ACS is "to support children, teens, and adults who are at risk or have disabilities to fully participate in their communities." ACS provides innovative services that are designed to identify at risk youth and help them graduate from school. ACS offers a safe after school drop in center where art and socialization provide a safe alternative to street activities. Leadership training and technical assistance is available to assist clients, family members, and teachers in learning about best practices for working with teens.
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ATECH Services' NH Vision/Hearing Network
Location:
ATECH Services
Address:
117 Pleasant St, 2nd Floor, Dolloff Building , Concord , NH 03301
Contact:
Cate Weir, Network Coordinator
1-800-529-0976
603-226-2900
Website:
www.nhassistivetechnology.org
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary:
ATECH Services' NH Vision/Hearing Network
The NH Vision/Hearing Network is an affiliation of a number of agencies and individuals with extensive background and experience in working with students with hearing impairments, vision impairments and deafblindness. The members of this highly skilled network are available to provide relevant evaluations, on-going technical assistance and training to enhance the team's ability to provide support to students. The Network is also able to assist schools in obtaining large print and Braille media for use by students, and has several FM systems available for loan to students. The extensive library of resources at the NH Vision/Hearing Network office in Concord also can provide instructional tools and materials to teachers.
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Brain Injury Association of NH
Address:
109 North State St., Ste. 2 , Concord , NH 03301
Contact:
Lynne F. Fleming OTR/L, BCN
Board Certified in Neurological Rehabilitation
Education Coordinator
603.225.8400
1-800.773.8400
Fax: 603.228.6749
Email:
lynne@bianh.org
Website:
http://www.bianh.org/
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary:
The Brain Injury Association of New Hampshire is a private, non-profit, family and consumer run organization representing over 5000 New Hampshire residents with acquired brain disorders and stroke. The BIANH was founded in 1983 by NH parents seeking to bring home their brain injured children from out of state nursing homes. Our mission is to promote awareness, understanding and prevention of brain injuries through education, advocacy and community support services that lead toward reduced incidence and improved outcomes of children and adults with brain injuries.
Services:
Family Outreach and Support, Statewide Support Groups, Resource Facilitation, Consultation to Schools, Prevention Training
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CHADD-Children and Adults with Attention Deficit (Nashua-Windham NH Chapter)
Address:
1Windham (NH) Presbyterian Church, On The Common@Route 111 Windham, NH
Contact:
Call 603-880-4997 for further information
Email:
nashua-windham@chadd.net
Website:
http://www.chadd.org.org/
Area Served:
Southern New Hampshire
Summary:
CHADD is a nationwide network of support groups for adults with ADD or AD/HD and also for parents of children with these disorders. At meetings, members can hear from experts who are working in fields of counseling, therapy and education. Come and benefit from the experiences and knowledge of other people whose lives and families are affected by the symptoms of ADD or AD/HD.
Services:
CHADD has over 200 chapters nationwide, and is the leading non-profit organization serving individuals with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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CAUSE
Communities Actively United for Social Equality
Location:
Concord Center
Address:
10 Ferry Street, Box 8
Concord , NH 03301
Contact:
Mary Trinkley
(603) 225-0999
Email:
nhcause@aol.com or info@nhcause.org
Website:
http://www.nhcause.org/
Area Served:
Statewide
Fee:
Summary:
Identifies on going issues experienced by people with disabilities and their families. Develops community organizing strategies to address these issues and create positive change for people with disabilities and their families. Strengthens participating organizations and individuals by training leaders in skills and identifying new leaders. Provides information and education to expand perspectives, skills, and knowledge of families, individuals and groups about CAUSE issues. Works in cooperation with other organizations that have similar missions. Builds and enhances relationships between individuals and members of CAUSE. Promotes public awareness of all individuals' needs and capacities by reminding the general public of individuals with disabilities' desire to participate fully in their communities. Encourages the creation of fully supportive environments that enable those with disabilities to perform effectively and be valued for their work.
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Council for Children & Adolescents with Chronic Health Conditions
Address:
6 Loudon Road, Suite 406 , Concord , NH , 03301 .
Contact:
(603) 225-6400
1-866-975-6400
Fax(603) 224-8008
Email:
Website:
http://www.ccachc.org/
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary:
The Council consists of parents of children with chronic health conditions and professionals serving as an advocacy group. Initiatives of the Council include development of statewide initiatives; information and referrals, loan fund, school initiatives, and insurance issues affecting children with chronic health conditions and their families.
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EdTech Associates, Inc.
Location:
EdTech Associates, Inc.
Amherst , NH
" Helping Schools and Students Become Successful with Technology"
Address:
4 Arrow Lane , Amherst , NH 03031
Contact:
Kathleen H. McClaskey, M.Ed.
Tel/fax: 603.424.4534
Email:
khm@edtech-associates.com
Website:
www.edtech-associates.com
Area Served:
Statewide
Fee:
Fees for evaluation, consultation and training.
Summary:
EdTech Associates offers Assistive Technology Evaluation, Consultation and Training services for children with learning disabilities, special education teams, schools, school districts, postsecondary and adults with learning disabilities. EdTech Associates can help parents, special education teams, schools and individuals select and effectively use the available technologies designed for the learning disabled population that can make a difference in both teaching and learning. Whatever service is chosen, EdTech Associates strives to design customized solutions for schools, school districts or individuals that will provide a lasting "Foundation, Framework and Direction" for the future.
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Family Resource Connection
Location:
New Hampshire State Library
Address:
20 Park Street , Concord , NH 03301
Sponsor:
New Hampshire State Library
Contact:
Alice Nye
1-800-298-4321 (in NH)
(603) 271-7931
Email:
FRC@library.state.nh.us
Website:
http://webster.state.nh.us/nhsl/frc/
Area Served:
Statewide
Fee:
Free
Summary:
Referral to child and family health, education and human service resources. Also maintains a library collection focused on the needs of children and families. Library materials are mailed upon request, along with a postage paid mailer to return the loaned materials. This is a free service. The library houses materials geared towards parents, children and professionals who work with families and children.
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Granite State Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
Address:
340 Commercial Street , 2 nd Floor
Contact:
603-738-2051
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary:
A statewide family organization focused on the needs of children with emotional, behavioral and /or mental disabilities.
Granite State Independent Living
Address:
50 Bridge Street, Suite 101
Manchester , NH 03101
Contact:
Peggy Teravainen, Benefits Specialist - Manchester/Salem Area
624 - 0600 x 24
fax 627-0665
Nellie Goron, Progam Director - Concord/Laconia Area
228 - 9680 x138
fax 225 0 3394
Website:
www.gsil.org
Email:
peggy.teravainen@gsil.org
Area Served: Statewide
Fee: Fee for service possible; please contact for further information about free services available
Summary:
We offer our informational and benefits counseling services to individuals who receive disability benefits and are interested in returning to work and/or preparing to return to work. We work with individuals 16 years and
older, families,& agencies, self-referred or referred by another agency. We also offer general information about eligibility and program rules about many benefits to parents, family members, and teachers in learning about best practices for working with teens. GSIL is the only agency in New Hampshire that 'houses' the Benefits Planning, Assistance & Outreach program.
Latin American Center
Address:
521 Maple St Manchester , NH 03104
Contact:
(603) 669-5661
Email:
lac_manchester@yahoo.com
Website:
http://snhshome.homestead.com/hispaniclatino.html
Area Served:
Primarily Manchester area
Fee:
Fees for translation and interpreting services
Summary:
Provides bilingual information, referral and assistance to the Hispanic community, interpreting and translation services, computer classes and cultural programs including English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
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May
Institute
Address:
One Commerce Way , Norwood MA 02062
Contact:
Jessica Everett, Ph.D. or Samantha Fisher, M.A.
Email:
jeverett@mayinstitute.org or sfisher@mayinstitute.org
Website:
www.mayinstitute.org
Area Served:
NH and MA
Fee:
varies depending on service provided
Summary:
The May Institute provides behavioral consultation services to
families and school systems as well as intensive behavioral intervention
for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in their home or
school
environments. The May Institute provides consultation to students with
a
variety of needs and has expertise in conducting functional behavioral
assessments, program evaluations, and training around a variety of
topics.
Multi-Sensory Intervention through
Consultation and Eduation
M.I.C.E.
Location:
151A Manchester Street , Suite 51
Address:
P.O. Box 2274 Concord , NH 03302-2274
Contact:
(603) 228-1028 V
(228-5755)V/TTY
228-3400 Fax
Email:
MICEProgram@juno.com
Area Served:
Statewide
Fee:
None
Summary:
MICE is a statewide program providing educational and developmental services to sensory impaired infants birth to age three. The purpose of this program is to identify infants at risk for or diagnosed with a sensory impairment and to provide developmental and educational interventions. The goal of the program is to promote the highest degree of functional sensory efficiency possible within the context of the child's overall development and family functioning.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI NH)
Address:
15 Green Street Concord NH 03301
Contact:
Information and Referral Line 1-800-242-6264 ext. 40 or 225-5359 ext. 40
Fax number 228-8848
Email:
info@naminh.org
Website:
www.naminh.org/
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary:
A grassroots organization of and for people of all ages and their families coping with mental illness. NAMI NH provides educational programs for the general public, families and has In Our Own Voice (a consumer speaker's bureau.) It provides an Information and Referral Line, support group facilitatation training and support groups, advocacy for equitable funding and public policy and education to eliminate the stigma of mental illness.
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NH Association of Special Education Administrators
Location:
Concord , NH
Address:
105 Loudon Rd. , Bldg #4, Suite 205
Contact:
Dr. P. Alan Pardy, Executive Director
Email:
alan@nhasea.org
Website:
www.nhasea.org
Area Served:
Entire State
Fee:
None
Summary:
NHASEA is a professional member association, consisting of private and public special education administrators. Associate members include those who are working in education but who are not responsible for managing programs at the local or district level. NHASEA works collaboratively with the NH Dept. of Education, the Parent Information Center , the Disability Rights Center , and the NH Developmental Disabilities Council, among others. We represent our membership on State-wide policy committees, planning for regional or state-wide services, and in other areas impacting the delivery of quality services for students with special needs.
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NH EdLaw
Location:
Concord New Hampshire
Address:
PO Box 1803 , Concord , NH 03302-1803
Contact:
Scott F. Johnson
Email:
SFJohnson@nhedlaw.com
Website:
www.nhedlaw.com
Area Served:
New Hampshire
Fee:
Varies
Summary:
NHEdLaw publishes the New Hampshire Special Education Law Manual and provides trainings and resources to parents, education programs (including public and private schools), attorneys, advocates and other professionals involved in education. Trainings include conferences, seminars and in-service workshops. Trainings can be tailored to meet specific needs and are available in a number of education law areas including special education topics and No Child Left Behind. Resources include explanations of special education requirements and No Child Left Behind requirements, links to laws and to professionals and organizations involved in education in New Hampshire .
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NH Family Voices
Address:
29 Hazen Drive , Concord , NH 03301
Contact:
Martha-Jean Madison
Terry Ohlson-Martin
1-800-852-3345 X 4525
(603) 271-4525
Email:
NHFV@yahoo.com
Website:
http://www.nhfv.org/
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary:
A family-to-family health information and resource project assisting parents of children with special health, developmental, mental health and educational needs.
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North Country Education Services
Location:
North Country Education Services
Address:
300 Gorham Hill Road , Gorham , NH 03581
Contact:
603-466-5437 or 800-268-5437
Email:
becky@ncedservices.org
Website:
www.ncedservices.org
Area Served:
North Country
Summary:
Professional Development, Distance Learning, Special education services, resources and training.
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Parent Information Center
Location:
151 A Manchester Street Concord , NH 03263
Address:
P.O. Box 2405
Concord , NH 03302-2405
Contact:
(603) 224-7005 V/TDD
(800) 947-7005 (N.H. only)
(603) 224-4365 (FAX)
Email:
picinfo@parentinformationcenter.org
Website:
www.parentinformationcenter.org www.picnh.org
Area Served:
Statewide
Fee:
Services are free for parents. Some fees associated with selected programs.
Summary:
PIC provides information, support, and educational programs for parents, family members, educators, and the community. PIC has workshops and information to help parents of children with disabilities become more knowledgeable about the special education process and how to support their child's education. PIC also offers staff development training on building strong family and school partnerships, disability awareness, special education laws and process, providing culturally responsive services, and conducting effective parent/teacher conferences.
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Parents Involved in Education (PIE), a project of PIC
Location:
151 A Manchester Street , Concord , NH 03263
Contact Persons:
Michelle Lewis , Project Director
Lynn Bolser
Address:
P.O. Box 2405
Concord , NH 03302-2405
Contact:
(603) 224-7005 V/TDD
(800) 947-7005 (N.H. only)
(603) 224-4365 (FAX)
Email:
mlewis@parentinformationcenter.org
Website:
www.parentinformationcenter.org
www.picnh.org
Area Served:
Statewide
Fee:
$150 per workshop
Summary:
PIE provides information and support to families, schools, and community organizations in an effort to increase children's academic success. PIE partners will schools and families to promote learning at home so that children can succeed. Through our workshops and individual assistance, PIE is committed to building strong family, school, and community partnerships.
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Parent-to-Parent
Address:
12 Flynn Street, Lebanon, NH 03766
Contact:
1-800-698-LINK
Email:
p2pnh@VALLEY.NET
Website:
http://www.parenttoparentnh.org
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary:
Offers support, parent matching, and information & referral for parents of children with special needs.
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Preschool Technical Assistance Network-
PTAN
Address:
SERESC, 29 Commerce Drive, Bedford, NH 03110
Location:
SERESC
Contact:
Joan M. Izen , Project Director
206-6800
joan@seresc.net
Website:
http://www.seresc.k12.nh.us/ptan/
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary: PTAN is a statewide technical assistance and support network that promotes quality, developmentally appropriate and culturally competent early care and education programs for New Hampshire's young children with special needs and their families. It is a project of the Southeastern Regional Education Service Center (SERESC), a non-profit education collaborative in Bedford, NH.
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Location:
29 Commerce Drive
Address:
Bedford, NH 03110
Contact:
Carolyn Woodman, M.Ed., Consultant
Email:
cwoodman@seresc.net
Website:
http://www.seresc.k12.nh.us/
Area Served:
Statewide
Fee:
based on service provided; collaboration on providing training is welcome.
Summary:
SERESC services include special education consultation and support, professional development and training, and technology support. Distance learning services are available at SERESC's Professional Development Conference Facility. SERESC has collaborated with NCES, Crotched Mountain Services, Cooperative Extension and others to bring professional development opportunities to sites throughout NH, including remote sites. Online special education courses are also available through SERESC.
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Special Medical Services Bureau
Address:
29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301
Contact:
800-852-3345 x4488
603-271-4488
800-735-2964
Website:
http://www.dhhs.state.nh.us/DHHS/SPECIALMEDSRVCS/CONTACT+INFO/default.htm
Area Served:
Statewide
Summary:
Special Medical Services provides medical and financial services to children with physical disabilities, chronic illnesses and special health care needs. The unit also provides information and referral to community resources, chronic illnesses care coordination services, nutritional consultation, pediatric neuromotor, support for child development clinics, nutritional and feeding/swallowing consultation, psychological and physical therapy consultation, and support for the NH Family Voices and Parent-to-Parent programs.
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UNH Institute on Disability
Location:
UNH Institute on Disability
Address:
10 Ferry Street, The Concord Center Unit 14 Suite 317 Concord, NH 03301
Contact:
Mary Schuh
603-228-2084
Email:
mcschuh@unh.edu
Website:
http://iod.unh.edu/
Area Served:
Statewide
Fee:
Determined based on need.
Summary:
Professional development opportunities available to parents and educators through the UNH Institute on Disability related to leadership training for parents and training and assistance to schools on topics related to students with disabilities and their access to the general education curriculum and full participation in their school communities.
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Vocational Rehabilitation
Address:
21 South Fruit St. Suite 20 (Central Office) We have seven other regional offices around the state
Contact:
Tina Greco, Transition Coordinator
Email:
tgreco@ed.state.nh.us
Website:
http://www.ed.state.nh.us/vr/index.htm
Area Served: statewide
Fee:
Services are free, however, there may be certain instances whereby a cost share is involved.
Summary:
New Hampshire Vocational Rehabilitation (NHVR) is an agency that helps persons with disabilities help themselves to get a job, keep the job, and develop a life time career. NHVR has seven regional offices throughout the state designed to assist persons who have physical, mental, emotional and learning disabilities.
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