Welcome to our local resource hub for single parents seeking support and assistance.
Navigating the challenges of single parenthood can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. There are a number of resources in our local area to help you thrive, including support agencies for financial assistance, food support, housing aid, and childcare.
We encourage you to reach out and connect with these organizations to explore the support available to you. Whether you need immediate help or long-term guidance, our goal is to ensure you have the tools and resources to provide stability for you and your family.
If you are in doubt about where to start, call 211, which is New Hampshire’s statewide referral service. Explain your need and they will direct you accordingly.
NH 211 – Statewide referral service. New Hampshire residents need only dial 211 to be connected, at no cost, with trained Information and Referral Specialists who can provide them with the health and human service information they need. You may also visit the website to search online. Health and Human Service Search – 211 New Hampshire211 New Hampshire (211nh.org)
Milford Local Welfare Department 603-249-0672
Share Center, One Columbus Ave, Milford, NH Resources & Referrals | Milford NH
Nashua Local Welfare Department 603-589-4555
18 Mulberry Street, 1st Floor, Nashua, NH 03060 Welfare Department | Nashua, NH (nashuanh.gov)
NH State Welfare – https://nheasy.nh.gov/
Get information on offerings of NH Department of Health and Human Services. You can check service eligibility and apply for services online. Some services offered are food stamps, cash assistance, fuel/electric/internet assistance, health insurance and WIC.
Harbor Care 603-821-7788
45 High St., Nashua, NH Harbor Care (harborcarenh.org)
Harbor Care is an innovative network of nonprofit health care, housing and human services helping adults, children, and families of New Hampshire find solutions to many of life’s most challenging issues. We provide high quality housing and residential services, primary and behavioral health care, substance use disorder treatment, HIV/AIDS care, veteran services, employment supports, and supports to individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
SHARE 603-673-9898
SHARE provides emergency and ongoing support to individuals and families in need in Milford, Amherst, Brookline and Mont Vernon, New Hampshire. Assistance is provided in the form of food, clothing, emergency financial assistance and linkages to other area resources.
Southern NH Services 603- 668-8010 ext. 6098 Full Day Child Care | SNHS
Share Clothing Barn 603-673-3660
Southern NH Rescue Mission Community Gift Center (603) 889-3421 https://www.hope4nashua.org/programs-services/
Bridges
24 HR Support Line: 603-883-3044
Milford: 603-672-9833
Nashua: Phone/Text: 603-889-0858
Bridges – Domestic & Sexual Violence Support (bridgesnh.org)
We are a nonprofit agency dedicated to helping victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence. We are a nonprofit agency dedicated to helping victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Bridges offers crisis intervention, support groups, court advocacy and housing. Advocates provide emotional support and information for survivors of domestic and sexual violence through our 24-hour support line. An advocate is available in person at our offices, 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday, no appointment necessary. Advocates can also meet survivors at the hospital, police department, or court.
NH Coalition Against Domestic Violence
24 HR Helpline: 1-866-644-3574
Concord: (603) 224-8893
Support services and healthcare and legal resources are available.
NH DHHS Domestic Violence Support
24 HR Helpline: 1-866-644-3574
Domestic Violence Support | New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (nh.gov)
GED Prep Classes 603-882-9080 ext. 201
Department of Education Services for my child | Department of Education (nh.gov)
Unemployment – NH Employment Security 603-882-5177
6 Townsend West , Nashua NH
NH Works
Nashua (603) 882-5177
Manchester (603) 627-7841
NH Works provides comprehensive resources for job seekers, from training and apprenticeships to education and career information. With 12 offices located across the street, NH Works has computers, phones, and faxes available free of charge, as well as knowledgeable staff committed to helping clients find the best career solutions.
Southern NH Services (603) 647-4470 Ext. 8047
Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) | SNHS
NH Job Fair portal New Hampshire Job Fair and Recruitment Event Portal Check back soon for another round of Regional Virtual Job Fairs in September. – NHES Job Database
Craiglist
Family Support NH 603-224-1279
Community-based, free and confidential services that assist and support parents in their role as caregivers. Offers in home service, parenting support, before and after school care in addition to other services.
Big Brothers and Big Sisters 603-430-1140
Contact Us | Big Brothers Big Sisters NH (bbbsnh.org)
Child Advocacy Center 603-889-0321
CACs provide coordinated support to children 3-18 (and their caregivers) who are alleging child sexual abuse, felony level physical abuse, or have witnessed a violent crime such as homicide or domestic violence.
Hillsborough County CAC – CAC (cac-nh.org)
Child & Family Services 603-889-7189
Gateways Community Services 603-882-6333
Gateways offers dynamic programs and services to promote growth and independence for individuals who experience developmental disabilities, acquired brain disorders, and autism, as well as older adults and veterans in need of support.
Gateways Community Services (gatewayscs.org)
Souhegan Valley Boys & Girls Club 603-672-1002
Home Page – Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley (svbgc.org)
NH DHHS Child Support 603-271-4427
NH State Welfare 1-844-275-3447
Get information on offerings of NH Department of Health and Human Services. You can check service eligibility and apply for services online. Some services offered are food stamps, cash assistance, fuel/electric/internet assistance, health insurance and WIC.
Social Security, Nashua 1-800-844-0134
Southern NH Services
Fuel Assistance 603-924-2243 Fuel Assistance (FAP) | SNHS
Electrical Assistance, Electric Energy Assistance (EAP) | SNHS
Weatherization Assistance Weatherization Assistance (WAP) | SNHS
SHARE, 603-673-9898 www.sharenh.org
WIC 1-877-211-0723
Open Cupboard 603-654-6547
Meals on Wheels 603-424-9967
Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County | Merrimack, NH 03054 (hcmow.org)
Nashua Soup Kitchen 603-889-7770
Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter | Food & Shelter To Those In Need (nsks.org)
Families in Transition 176 Lake Ave. Manchester, NH 03103
NH Housing Finance Authority 1-800-640-7239
Harbor Care Housing 603- 882-3616 or 1-844-800-9911
Get Help Index – Harbor Care (harborcarenh.org)
Homeless & Transitional Housing 211
Anne-Marie House 603-883-7338
Families in Transition 603-641-9441
Housing Overview – Families in Transition (fitnh.org)
Nashua Soup Kitchen 603-889-7770
Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter | Food & Shelter To Those In Need (nsks.org)
Liberty House 603-669-0761
Liberty House – Helping Homeless and Struggling Veterans in NH (libertyhousenh.org)
Liberty House is a safe haven that provides substance-free housing and assistance for veterans
Marguerite’s Place 603-598-1582
Transitional housing for women and children in crisis
NH Healthy Families
New Hampshire Medicaid and Health Insurance | NH Healthy Families
Wellsense – Medicaid
Members | New Hampshire Medicaid | WellSense Health Plan
Harbor Homes Dental Care 603-821-7788
Get Help Index – Harbor Care (harborcarenh.org)
Greater Nashua Dental Connection 603-879-9314
Greater Nashua Dental Connection | Affordable, quality oral health care to those in need.
603 Legal Aid – NH Legal Advice & Referral Center 603-224-3333
NH Service Link 1-866-634-9412
Family Guidance Center 603-672-5005
Counseling Center | Milford, NH | Family Guidance Center (familyguidancecenternh.com)
Greater Nashua Mental Health Center 603-889-6147
Greater Nashua Mental Health Center | Non-Profit Mental Healthcare Center | GNMH (gnmhc.org)
Harbor Care Health and Wellness Center 603-821-7788
https://www.harborcarenh.org/get-help-index
Harbor Care Substance Abuse Treatment 603- 881-4848
NH DHHS Substance Abuse Treatment Options 211
Substance Misuse Treatment Services | New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (nh.gov)
The Doorway 211
Souhegan Valley Rides (blue bus) 603-880-0100 ext. 2
Souhegan Valley Rides (SVR) is a curb-to-curb, “dial-a-ride” type bus service available to residents of Amherst, Brookline, Hollis, Milford, Mont Vernon and Wilton NH.
NH DHHS Non Emergency Medical Transportation Guide
nhmedicaidnemtquicksummaryguide.pdf
Trip Link 603-834-6010
Home Page | TripLink (communityrides.org)
TripLink is a regional transportation call center serving 38 towns in southeastern New Hampshire. We provide a Community Transportation Directory
Harbor Homes – Veterans First 603-882-3616
Get Help Index – Harbor Care (harborcarenh.org)
Veterans Count – Easter Seals NH 603-315-4354
Homepage – Veterans Count (vetscount.org)
Easterseals New Hampshire’s Veterans Count provides a safety net of critical case management and emergency financial assistance to meet the unexpected needs of service members, veterans, and their families.