Powering your household to keep you moving forward
Being able to keep the lights on at home no longer needs to be a weight on your shoulders. The Electric Assistance Program (EAP) provides a discount on monthly electric bills for income-eligible utility customers, making bills more affordable for homeowners, renters and subsidized renters to help avoid service interruption due to non-payment.
Every month, Electric Assistance recipients will receive an 5% to 86% discount on their bill…
Supportive housing for seniors
As one of New Hampshire’s leading providers of housing to income eligible seniors, we are pleased to offer quality, affordable senior housing throughout the state. We offer 910 apartments in 25 different senior housing sites through funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Section 202 Supportive Housing Program, with an additional four tax credit housing sites with funding from the…
Making beneficial changes for a more comfortable, efficient home
Sometimes what’s needed to lower your heating and energy bills are simple changes throughout your home. Whether you own or rent, our federally funded Weatherization Program is designed to address health and safety issues inside your home. By employing energy conservation measures, the energy efficiency of the home may increase resulting in reduced energy costs – all at no cost to you.
In 2019, we provided Weatherization services to…
Supporting the health & nutrition of you and your child
Whether you are an expectant parent or already have your little one at home, we want you to feel confident and secure in your health and nutrition. The Women, Infants and Children Nutrition Program (WIC) provides access to nutrition education, support and nutritious foods to help keep pregnant women, new mothers, infants and preschool children healthy and strong.
WIC is more than just education and food provision – it's an entire…
Getting you where you need to go in Western Hillsborough County
Finding safe, reliable transportation for your everyday needs has never been easier. For over 25 years we have provided wheelchair accessible transportation in the western area of Hillsborough county for low-income, elderly and disabled individuals. Whether it’s a trip to the grocery store for necessities or a ride to a doctor’s appointment, we make sure you’re able to stay connected with your community.
Our volunteer drivers provide…
Providing security, safety and support for those in need
There are many barriers that can result in homelessness. Job loss, substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence, or a combination of these issues may be putting you at risk of losing your current home or in need of finding shelter.
Our Homelessness Prevention Services provides services that may include short-term assistance to prevent eviction, help in securing new housing for those who are suddenly homeless, and information…
Connecting adults 55+ to meaningfully meet community needs
You have gained a lifetime of experience. Now it’s time to offer your skills and talents to support your community. For over 50 years, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) offered through AmeriCorps Seniors connects adults 55 and better with meaningful volunteer opportunities while…
Ensuring children have access to nutritious meals when school is out
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) ensures that at-risk children and teens have access to healthy meals and snacks during the summer months when school is not in session. During the school year, 22 million children receive free or reduced lunches – and this program was designed to fill the gap during the summer months for these children. Sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Summer Food Service…
CONCORD, NH (November 1, 2021) – The New Hampshire Insurance Department (NHID), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Southern New Hampshire Services, First Choice Services and Health Market Connect today kicked off the Healthcare.gov Marketplace Open Enrollment Period.
The Open Enrollment Period for Granite Staters newly-purchasing or changing their Affordable Care Act (ACA) individual health coverage for 2022 runs from…
Partnering in the fight against Food Insecurity
Sometimes we all need a little extra help. Our Food Pantry sites provide basic necessities whenever an unmet nutritional need is present. Each pantry carries shelf stable food and frozen meat as well as household and hygiene products when available. The food is provided by community food drives, USDA, local food vendor collections and through donations of products from farmers and other sources.
All food pantries have some food and…