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Your Trusted Partner for Human Services & Advocacy
Child And Family Services has served as a vital human services organization since 1850, dedicated to empowering individuals across all stages of life. Our comprehensive programs support families, children, seniors, and at-risk youth through advocacy, education, and direct services. With a 175-year legacy of evolving to meet community needs, we operate regional offices throughout New Hampshire, offering tailored solutions from early childhood support to senior care. Our advocacy team shapes legislative policies that protect children's rights and improve family welfare, while our community activities foster connection and skill-building. As a trusted nonprofit, we combine deep experience with a commitment to social justice, ensuring no family faces challenges alone.Our services include emergency shelters, parenting programs, home health care, and trauma-informed youth support. Through partnerships and evidence-based approaches, we address housing instability, mental health, and intergenerational caregiving challenges. With decades of operational history in New Hampshire, we maintain rigorous professional standards while prioritizing client-centered care. Our transparent operations emphasize measurable outcomes, community collaboration, and continuous program improvement to meet evolving societal needs.
Services
Family Resource Centers
Parenting Support Programs
Home Health Care
Youth Advocacy Services
Emergency Shelter Programs
Highlights and features
- 175 years of continuous service in New Hampshire
- Statewide network of regional service centers
- Legislative advocacy shaping child welfare policies
- Comprehensive programs for all life stages
- Trauma-informed, evidence-based service delivery
Services
Family Resource Centers
Our regional Family Resource Centers provide localized support for families with children aged 0-18. Services include parenting education, childcare resources, and community connection programs. Each center offers tailored assistance addressing regional challenges while maintaining statewide service standards.
Parenting Support Programs
Parenting Plus and Kinship Navigation programs offer home visits and support groups for caregivers. These services help families navigate child development challenges, legal issues, and intergenerational parenting through evidence-based methodologies and professional guidance.
Home Health Care
Licensed home health care services support seniors and adults with disabilities through personal care, nursing, and homemaking assistance. Our caregivers help clients maintain independence while connecting them with community resources for comprehensive support.
Youth Advocacy Services
Advocacy programs shape policies protecting children's rights through legislative engagement. Our team works with state coalitions to improve education systems, healthcare access, and juvenile justice frameworks while providing direct youth support services.
Emergency Shelter Programs
Overnight emergency shelters and transitional housing programs serve youth aged 12-24 experiencing homelessness. Services include case management, life skills training, and rapid rehousing assistance to help young adults achieve stable living situations.
People
Emily Lawrence
Advocacy Director
Former Associate Child Advocate with legal expertise in child welfare systems. Holds J.D. from New England Law and B.A. in psychology with child development focus. Leads legislative initiatives protecting children's rights.
Liz Belsito
Early Childhood Education Project Coordinator
Early childhood systems expert with prior leadership roles at Granite United Way. Specializes in developing educational infrastructure and improving access to quality childcare programs across New Hampshire communities.
Questions
What services does Child And Family Services offer for families?
We provide parenting support, family counseling, childcare resources, and kinship care navigation through regional Family Resource Centers across New Hampshire.
How can I access emergency youth shelter services?
Contact our Manchester Youth Drop-in Center at (603) 518-4000 for immediate assistance with housing crises affecting youth aged 12-24.
Do you offer senior home care services?
Yes, our licensed Home Health Care program provides personal care, homemaking services, and nursing support for seniors in their own homes.
How does Child And Family Services support child welfare policies?
Our advocacy team works with the NH Children's Lobby to shape legislation improving child protection systems, education access, and juvenile justice reforms.
Are there volunteer opportunities available?
Yes, we offer volunteer programs including our Host Home Program for youth housing support and various community engagement opportunities listed on our website.
What mental health services do you provide?
Therapeutic counseling services are available for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and life transitions through our regional offices.
