Author: Michelle St John

Support for Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities

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Northern News: If it Matters to You, it Matters to us

  Welcome to the first issue of our agency-wide newsletter, “Northern News.” We are launching this newsletter in response to feedback from our most recent staff survey. The overwhelming majority* of our staff felt that that hearing more from the management team would have a positive impact on you. (* Results from the fall all…
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Meeting graphic with four different pictures of people; a care giver and individual with a disability clapping hands, a young mother holding and hugging her toddler while sitting on a couch, a care giver transferring a young girl from a bed, and a young boy with headphones over his ears. Below photos are the logos for Family Support Advisory Council, the Northern Human Services Log, and the monthly meeting notice for January 17, 2023 from 6-7:30 pm virtual/zoom.

Family Support Advisory Council to Meet January 17

Looking to connect with other families and to stay informed on important topics impacting the developmental disability community in New Hampshire? Consider attending our next Family Support Advisory Council meeting on Tuesday, January 17. Winter meetings are held virtually. RSVP to communications@northernhs.org for the zoom link.

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Northern to Launch two eNewsletters: Subscribe Today

As we enter into a new year, Northern Human Services will be launching two email newsletters to keep our families, staff, stakeholders, and other interested community members better informed. We invite you to subscribe to one or both of our newsletters.   “Northern News,” providing general news and updates about Northern Human Services. Published quarterly.…
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Giving Tuesday Provides an Opportunity to Support our Mission

You can make a difference in the lives of individuals and families we serve. We invite you to support our mission, to assist and advocate for people affected by mental illness, developmental disabilities and related disorders in living meaningful lives. Every gift we receive will assist us in ensuring that everyone who truly needs our…
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2022 Annual Report is Now Available

Our 2022 Annual Report is available to download from our website. If you would like to receive a hard copy of our report, please send an email to communications@northernhs.org. Previous year’s reports are also available.

Join Us: Family Support Advisory Council Monthly Meeting

The Next FSAC meeting is Monday August, 19 from 6:00-7:30 PM. We are always looking for more members to participate in the Council. The council is open to all families with members who have a developmental disability. RSVP to Danielle Oakes.

Looking for a Rewarding Career?

Northern Human Services is excited to announce a Conway-area Job Fair on Friday, September 23 from 2-6 PM. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide onsite interviews. Open positions include finance, administration, information technology and direct support professionals. We hope to see you there!  

Northern News is Now Available

Read our latest email newsletter online. To subscribe, send an email to communications@northernhs.org. Please include your name and address!  

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Meet Jaime-Rose Kelly

Staff Spotlight continues with Jaime-Rose Kelly, a clinical supervisor who recently celebrated five years with Northern Human Services. NHS: What do you like most about the work you do? Jaime-Rose: I feel like my work is more of a calling than a job. I like walking the tough journeys alongside clients, many of whom do…
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Meet Cindy Lapointe

Let’s meet Cindy Lapointe, a program director who has dedicated 30 years to working for Northern Human Services NHS: What do you like most about the work you do? Cindy: First and foremost, I believe in what we do and the mission of the agency. Second, I cherish and appreciate the hard working people I…
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