Community Resources available
The following links contain information detailing community resources.
TRANSPORTATION
American Cancer Society - Road to Recovery
Volunteer driver program for individuals that need transportation to cancer treatment appointments. Free of charge. 3 days notice before ride.
1-800-227-2345 | cancer.org
Atkinson Elder Services
Town-run transportation service, medical equipment, and other supports for older adults (60+) and individuals with disabilities (22+). Riders must be town residents. Schedule rides 1 week in advance.
(603) 362-9582 | town-atkinsonnh.com/elder-services
DAV - Disabled American Veterans
Provide free transportation to VA medical facilities for injured and ill veterans. Works in coordination with Manchester VA facility.
(603) 624-4366 ext. 6427 | dav.org
Future in Sight
Volunteer driver program for visually impaired individuals. Provides rides for medical appointments, grocery shopping, and peer support groups. Must apply as a client before requesting a ride. Schedule at least 1 week in advance.
(603) 224-3049 | clientrides@futureinsight.org | futureinsight.org
Granite State Independent Living
Transportation for individuals with disabilities. Rides for social, recreational, and errand purposes. Must enroll as a client before requesting rides. $2/mile and $22/hour. 2 weeks advance notice requested fo transportation.
(603) 410-6504 | gsil.org
Rockingham Nutrition Meals on Wheels
Transportation for older adults (60+), to help maintain independence. Food shopping, medical and nutrition transportation. Schedule By 11 AM the business day before the trip. Free of charge, $3 donations suggested.
(603) 679-2201| Admin@RNMOW.org | rockinghammealsonwheels.org
Veterans Transportation Service
Brings veterans to VA appointments in Manchester. Veterans who are eligible for VA health care benefits and have a VA-authorized appointment are automatically eligible.
(603) 624-4366 | va.gov/HEALTHBENEFITS/vtp/
SENIOR SERVICES
Atkinson Elder Services
Town-run transportation service, medical equipment, and other supports for older adults (60+) and individuals with disabilities (22+). Riders must be town residents. Schedule rides 1 week in advance.
(603) 362-9582 | town-atkinsonnh.com/elder-services
Senior Living Care: https://www.caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/new-hampshire
Assisted Living Today: https://www.assistedliving.org/assisted-living-options-low-income-elders/sisted-living-options-low-income-elders/
The Mesothelioma Center: Mesothelioma and Seniors: www.asbestos.com/mesothelioma/staging/
Mesothelioma Veterans Center: https://www.mesotheliomaveterans.org/
Senior Care, an industry-leading senior care organization dedicated to providing tools and essential resources to help enhance the lives of older adults. https://www.senioradvice.com/assisted-living
Nursing Home Abuse. Advocacy center for Elder Abuse. https://nursinghomesabuse.org/
Seniors and Vision Care: https://www.nvisioncenters.com/education/seniors-vision-guide/
Seniors and Cataracts: https://www.nvisioncenters.com/cataracts/
Caring.com is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses and other loved ones.
Aging and Sleep: amerisleep.com/blog/sleep-and-aging/
All About Vision: https://www.allaboutvision.com/resources/helping-seniors-with-low-vision-stay-active-and-safe/
Senior Eye Care: https://www.zocdoc.com/blog/eye-health-for-seniors-a-guide-to-vision-concerns-for-aging-eyes/
CHILD CARE
Child Care Aware of New Hampshire
Child Care Aware of New Hampshire (NH Connections) offers FREE Child Care Referrals tailored to fit each families' individual needs. They also offer resources to help families in selecting a quality child care program. For more information call 1(855) 393-1731 x2532 or email ccrr@snhs.org.
Services Offered:
- Advocacy/Public policy
- Child care referrals by phone
- Child care referrals in-person
- Child care referrals online
- Child care subsidy information
- Consumer/Parent education
- Licensing - technical assistance
- Live chat
- Professional development
- Provider recruitment
- Provider training and technical assistance
- QRIS support
- Support for homeless families
- 8 East Road, P.O. Box 804
- Atkinson, NH
- Rockingham County
- 03811
(603)505-9197