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Advocacy Training Series Begins January 2, 2024

Have you ever wondered how a bill becomes law or how your voice and lived experience can help influence the legislative process in New Hampshire and nationally? Join Michelle St. John, Northern Human Services public policy and marketing coordinator for five 30-minute virtual learning sessions beginning on Tuesday, January 2 from 6:30-7:00 PM to learn…
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Will O’Brien Receives Direct Support Professional of the Year

It is not often that a person dedicates so much of who they are and what they prioritize in their life to meet the needs of others. Congratulation to William O’Brien, a community integrator with Northern Human Services for more than 23 years, who is the 2023 Direct Support Professional of the Year! Will, received…
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Family-Centered Early Supports & Services Featured at August 31 R.I.S.E. Event

Northern Human Services CEO, Suzanne Gaetjens-Oleson will welcome special guest speaker Karen Willett on Thursday, August 31 for the  sixth installment of R.I.S.E. (Resilience. Inspiration. Support. Empowerment.), a monthly virtual gathering for family members, caregivers, and individuals connected to the developmental services community. Ms. Willett is the program director for Northern’s Family-Centered Early Supports and…
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DHHS Accepting Formal Public Comments on He-M 503 and He-M 505

He-M 503 and He-M 505 are open for formal public comment. Detailed information may be found here: https://gencourt.state.nh.us/rules/register/default.aspx   He-M 503  proposed rule link. Summary: He-M 503 establishes the standards and procedures for the determination of eligibility, the development of service agreements, and the provision and monitoring of services that maximize the ability and informed…
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R.I.S.E. for July: Developmental Services Supported Employment Program

The R.I.S.E. group is for families and caregivers and individuals who experience an intellectual/developmental disability. Each month we feature a different program, and offer ample time to connect with families. Join Northern Human Service’s CEO, Suzannne Gaetjens-Oleson on July 27 to learn about Employment Services. Special guest speaker is Jessica Smith, program director for employment…
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R.I.S.E. (Resilience. Inspiration. Support. Empowerment.

Join us next Thursday, June 29*. This month’s topic is our Participated Directed & Managed Services program. Registration is appreciated, but not required to attend. https://bit.ly/RISE-June29.

Parents and Caregivers: Join Us on May 18, 7-8 PM for R.I.S.E.

Parents and caregivers of individuals who experience a developmental disability are invited to join Northern Human Service’s CEO Suzanne Gaetjens-Oleson, COO (Developmental Disability), Liz Charles, and the Executive Director of Community Support Network, Ellen McCahon as we talk about upcoming changes at the Bureau of Developmental Services. What is R.I.S.E.? R.I.S.E. (Resilience. Inspiration. Support. Empowerment)…
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April Newsletter for Families

Our April issue is now available. This issue features: NH Smiles, the new dental benefit for adult Medicaid recipients is now available. Continuous Medicaid enrollment ended March 31. Family Support Advisory Council updates. Our new virtual Art Gallery. Regional/State Event Calendar. We also included a short feature, “Living With Purpose.” Ideas for stories are always…
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R.I.S.E. Virtual Meet Up April 10

We are hosting our second R.I.S.E. (Resilience. Inspiration. Support. Empowerment.) virtual coffee hour on Monday, April 10 from 10-11 AM. RSVP  by the start of the program. Zoom information Topic: R.I.S.E (Resilience. Inspiration. Support. Empowerment.) Coffee Hour Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7865031907 Meeting ID: 786 503 1907 Passcode: 1979 This event is for families and caregivers…
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Meeting reminder; Join Us This Monday March 20 6-7:30pm Family Support Advisory Council log with two hands and a tree growing up between the hands. Five mages of families and children: a mom and boy in a wheelchair crouching, a young girl with down syndrome with a silly facial expression, a mom, dad and child hugging outside, a baby on a blanket, and two people walking in the woods.

Family Support Advisory Council Meets Every Third Monday

The Family Support Advisory Council will meet on Monday March 20 from 6-7:30 PM on Zoom. Family members and self advocates are welcome to attend. What does the Family Support Advisory Council (FSAC) do? The FSAC is made up of families and provides an opportunity for families to make their concerns and priorities for services…
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