HEALTH SERVICES - CRISIS - THERAPY - REHABILITATION & DIAGNOSIS
AIDS RESPONSE SEACOAST
Phone: 433-5377
1 Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Website: www.aidsresponse.org
AIDS Response-Seacoast (ARS) is a non-profit, community-based
HIV/AIDS Service organization dedicated to providing education,
direct assistance and advocacy for persons and communities
affected by HIV/AIDS. We provide direct service to clients at all
stages of HIV infection who live in Rockingham, Strafford' and
southem York counties and educational programs throughout New
England. ARS evolved as a grassroots response to the epidemic in
1987 to offer vital emotional and practical support to people
living with HIV infection and AIDS.
Education Services
• Anonymous HIV antibody testing
• Mobile health Van
• On site education and prevention programs
• Outreach program
• Questions about HIV?
• Request for Education Literature
Client Services: Support Service for People Living With
HIV/AIDS
• Transportation for medical appointments
• Mental health counseling
• Support groups
• Educational workshops & in-services
• Social and holiday events
• Budgeting assistance and referral
• 'I'ransportation to medical appointments
• Food pantry & personal care items
• Referrals for clothing & furnishings
• Volunteer opportunities
• HIV educational matenals
• Support & assistance with adherence in taking
medications
• Individua1 Risk Reduction Counseling
• Prevention Case Management
• Donated items listed on a weekly phone line
ALLIANCE FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH
Phone: 969-5318
The ACH is a coalition of healthcare and social service agencies
with the goals of:
Increased access to comprehensive, affordable, and high quality
medical care for unserved and underserved areas and populations:
Expanding the scope of health-related services available to
indigent populations and
Developing an Integrated Care Network of health and social
services that will enable the delivery of needed services in a
seamless and efficient manner.
ACH Partners are: Families First Health and Support Center,
SeaCare Health Services, Child and Family Services, Richie
McFarland Children's Center, Rockingham Community Action, Service
Link of Rockingham County-Portsmouth, and InfoLink.
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Phone: Toll Free 1-800-227-2345 or472-8899. Fax: 472-7093
Website: www.cancer.org
360 Rte. 101, Unit #8, Bedford, NH 03110-5032
Office hours are Monday thru Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Phone
hours are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The purpose of the
American Cancer Society is to educate the public and professional
sectors on cancer treatment and rehabilitation. Rehabilitative
& Support Programs offered: We Can Weekend - I Can Cope -
Reach To Recovery Program - Laryngectomy Program - Look Good-
Feel BetterTransportation- Limited Financial Assistance. Cancer,
prevention, and early detection information available.
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY - RIG
(Resource, Information, and Guidance)
Phone: Toll Free 1-800-ACS-2345 Fax: 742-7093
Website: www.cancer.org
Purpose of the program is to provide patients and their
families with information regarding federal, state, and local
resources. Cancer related information on the many topics
associated with the cancer experience. Information on
governmental regulations and legal issues. Information regarding
cancer related rehabilitative and support programs.
AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION, INC.
Phone: 1-877-627-9579
249 Canal Street, Manchester, NH 03101
Disseminates literature about diabetes & good control of
diabetes. Provides educational programs for professionals &
general public; sponsors Camp Carefree, a recreational &
educational camp for children with diabetes, ages 8-15; funds
diabetes research projects.
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION - NORTHEAST AFFILIATE
Toll Free: 1-800-662-1701
2 Wall Street Manchester, NH 03101
Cardiovascular disease research grants; Public/Professional
Education; Referral Info; CPR training Info for Public; Cardiac
Life Support Training System for health professionals; Health
Education for Youth Programming Material; sample pamphlets
provided free.
AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION OF NH
Phone: 669-2411 or 1 -800-835-8647
#9 Cedarwood Drive, Unit 12, Bedford, NH 03110
Website: www.nhlung.org
The American Lung Assoc. of NH (ALANH) is a health education
organization whose mission is to prevent and control lung disease
in the areas of tobacco prevention, tobacco cessation, asthma,
and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. ALANH has been the
primary source of lung health information and education to the
people of NH since 1916. We fight lung disease through research,
education, community service, and advocacy.
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION - NORTHERN NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER
Phone: 224-9322 or 1 -800-639-2113
6 Chenell Drive, Suite 260, Concord, NH 03301
Services include: Information & Physician Referral; Aquatic
classes; PACE (land based) exercise programs; Self-Help
courses;Speakers Bureau; Juvenile Arthritis programs; and Family
Support Network.
AVIS GOODWIN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Dover: 19 Old Rollinsford Road, Dover, NH 03820
(603) 749-2346
Rochester: 22 S. Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
(603) 332-4249
Website: www.avisgoodwinchc.org
A community based health center with the mission of providing
quality healthcare for a diverse population, irregardless of
their ability to pay. We provide family and primary healthcare,
prenatal care, child health care and immunizations, reproductive
healthcare, women's healthcare, and supporting social services.
We accept NH Medicaid, Maine Medicaid, Medicare, and most
insurances; and a sliding fee scale for the uninsured. Discount
prescriptions are available based on qualifications. Free Breast
and Cervical Cancer screenings for qualified women. WIC and CSFP
supplemental nutritional programs are available in both Dover and
Rochester. Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic and HIV/AIDS
Testing and Counseling held weekly in Dover on Tuesdays from 5:00
to 6:00 pm, and in Rochester on Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. NEW:
Dental Services now available in addition to our primary care
services. Services currently include oral health education,
cleanings, fillings, extractions, and sealants. Dental services
are available to our patients and children ages 0 to 18 living in
Strafford County with Healthy Kids Gold or Silver.
BUREAU OF DISEASE CONTROL
Phone: 271-4496
STD/HIV Program: 752-2437
29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301-6527
HIV/AIDS Hotline: 1-800-752-AIDS 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
STD Hotline: 1-800-228-0254 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Mon - Fri.
This program continues to educate the public (including people at
risk) about how HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases are
spread, and how people can protect themselves from becoming
infected. To achieve this, a variety of services are used. They
include: seminars and health education programs, public
information campaigns that use the mass media to reach selected
audiences statewide, and operation of the two hot lines.
CATASTROPHIC ILLNESS PROGRAM (CIP)
State of New Hampshire, Dept. Health & Human Services
29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301-6504
Phone: (603) 271-4495 or 1-800-852-3345, Ext. 4495
Fax: (603) 271-4902 TDDAccess: 1-800-735-2964
The Catastrophic Illness Program (CIP) is a state funded program
designed to provide financial assistance to individuals requiring
extensive medical treatment for specific medical conditions. The
Catastrophic Illness Program is part of the Office of Health
Planning and Medicaid. All inquiries to the program or
applications for assistance should be directed to the Program
Coordinator.
Individuals with Cancer, Hemophilia, End Stage Renal Disease,
Cystic Fibrosis, and Spinal Cord Injuries requiring extensive
medical treatment and who are in need of financial assistance may
apply to the program. Available assistance is limited to $2,500
per client per fiscal year, (July 1 through June 30).
Any individual or agency can request an application from the CIP
office by stating the name and condition of the individual in
need of assistance. Applications will be sent out and should be
completed and returned along with a recent 1040 income tax form
or other means of income verification. The applicant will be
notified, in writing, as to his/her acceptance or denial to the
program.
COMMUNICATION DISORDERS CLINIC - SPEECH & LANGUAGE
Phone: 862-2110
Hewitt Hall, Durham,NH 03824
A UNH training facility offering speech & language services;
evaluation & therapy for a fee, articulation problems,
language delay, stuttering, and aphasia; problems due to cerebral
palsy, cleft palate, hearing dysfunctions, voice disorder,
laryngectomies. Fee: Sliding Scale.
DENTAL CLINIC AT NH TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
31 College Drive, Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 271-7160
Low cost dental check-ups and general oral prophylaxes. NHTI's
dental hygiene students under supervision of faculty, provide
services to the public which include oral prophylaxes exams,
x-rays, and the application of sealants. Clinic open to all New
Hampshire residents at a nominal fee of $20.00 for adults, $
15.00 for Seniors age 60 and older, and $15.00 for children ages
12 and under. Clinic runs Sept-April. Appointments Monday thru
Friday. Call for appointment or information.
DENTURE CARE PROGRAM, NH DENTAL SOCIETY PROFESSIONAL
23 South State Street, Concord, NH 03301
The program is sponsored by the dentists of the NH Dental Society
to help provide professional care to people who otherwise could
not afford the regular costs of dentures. If you are living on a
low and/or fixed income, you may qualify to pay for the dentures
at a reduced rate. Services are limited to full dentures or
replacement dentures; partials, immediate dentures or extractions
are not covered under this program. Must apply to Concord central
office and prepay. Program uses participating dentists from
around the state.
DOVER REHABILITATION & LIVING CENTER
Phone: 742-2676
307 Plaza Drive, Dover, NH 03820
At Dover Rehabilitation & Living Center we offer something
unusual for a long-term care provider... short term care. Our
intensive rehabilitation programs provide a bridge to home,
easing the transition, or, as an alternative to acute
hospitalization. We provide a variety of services; from
post-surgical recovery to stroke recovery, from treatment for
orthopedic conditions to cancer, from cardiopulmonary care to IV
services. For patients of all ages, from short to longer-term
care, we can respond to many needs beyond traditional skilled
nursing services. Our staff helps patients quickly and
comfortably recover, minimizing inpatient stays. To that end, our
program addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of
each patient. Our treatment team includes on-staff therapists,
specially trained nurses, a registered dietitian, activities and
social services staff. Together, they create a treatment plan
focused on patient-defined goals. Stays for our sub-acute medical
and rehabilitation patients are minimal, with discharges to home
a daily event. Come visit. We think you'll find it inspiring.
EASTER SEALS NH, INC.
Phone: 623-8863 (Voice/TDD) Fax: 625-1148
555 Auburn Street, Manchester, NH 03103
Website: www.eastersealsnh.org
Provides diagnostic, habilitative, rehabilitative, and support
services to children and adults with disabilities, injuries or
other special needs. Portsmouth Office: 147 Congress Street,
Portsmouth, NH 03801 Phone: 431-7242 Services from Portsmouth
office include Job Placement and Training, Return-To-Work,
Vocational Evaluation, Community Inclusion Program, and
Residential Services.
FAMILIES FIRST HEALTH & SUPPORT CENTER
Phone: 422-8208
100 Campus Drive, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Website: www.FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Provides comprehensive health care and family support including
prenatal care, well child care, and primary care for children and
adults. Also, on-site dental care for Families First patients,
and mobile health care for people who are homeless. Family
support programs include parent education and support programs
and parent/child groups. Home visiting programs offered for
families with children 0-12 years old. Fee: Medicaid, Medicare,
and private health insurance accepted. Sliding fee scale for the
uninsured. No fee for most family support programs.
LAMPREY HEALTH CARE
Phone: 659-3106
207 South Main Street, Newmarket, NH 03857
Lamprey Health Care is a nonprofit, community health care
organization providing primary medical services, social services,
information and referral, and transportation to senior citizens
and disabled adults. Primary care medical services span prenatal
to geriatric age groups. Other community health programs are
substance abuse and mental health services, prevention and
education activities, (diabetes, asthma, nutritional counseling,
HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, breast and cervical screening
program), and social services. No one is refused care because
they can not pay. A sliding fee scale is available. Our goal is
to remove barriers that prevent access to care.
Lamprey Sr. Transportation -
Phone: 659-2424
Lamprey's Senior Transportation Program offers Rockingham County
weekly shopping/errand trips, day trips, and drivers to medical
appointments.
Medical Financial Assistance Program -
Phone: 1-888-499-2525
InfoLink (a program of Lamprey Health Care) can help people with
prescription medication through this program. To qualify for
assistance an individual must meet income and residency
guidelines. We also connect eligible people with indigent drug
programs sponsored by pharmaceutical companies if their doctor is
affiliated with Portsmouth Hospital. These programs supply
medication to low income people with chronic health conditions.
InfoLink -
Phone: 1-888-499-2525
Website: www.infolinknh.org
InfoLink is a program of Lamprey Health Care and is a free
Information & Referral Service for seacoast New Hampshire and
southern Maine residents. The most frequently requested services
are: Financial Assistance, Counseling and Support Groups, Elder
Issues & Respite Care, Housing, Health and Dental Care, Legal
Assistance, and Transportation. If you require more detail beyond
the website please call our Information & Referral
Specialists at the above phone number.
LIVING INNOVATIONS HOME HEALTH SERVICES
Phone: 422-7308 Fax: 430-7682
47 Tide Mill Road, PO Box 781, Greenland, NH 03840
More and more seniors want to stay in their own homes, where
their surroundings are most familiar and comfortable. Living
Innovations helps make that possible with flexible, dependable
in-home care and support. Many individuals with disabilities also
request home health services.
Living Innovations Home Care, Inc. is a licensed provider of Home
Health services in Maine and New Hampshire, and is able to bill
Medicaid under the HC/BC-ECI waiver program. We also serve a
number of elderly and disabled citizens on a private duty basis.
Our services are designed for people who need personal care,
companionship, and help with day-to-day chores such as meal
preparation, laundry, errand running, and light housekeeping.
We work together with individuals and families to design and
arrange practical living supports and creative solutions to
ensure quality of life and dignity at home for the client, and
peace of mind for family members.
Our services can be arranged for a few hours a week or as many as
24 hours a day. Short-term respite relief or longer-term care is
available seven days a week, including holidays. We also provide
back up in case a caregiver is sick.
We provide an array of options that fit each individual and
family's individual needs: Personal care; Home health aides;
Transitional care and rehabilitation; Live-in care arrangements;
Host families; Respite care; Homemaking; Transportation; and
Companionship.
dependable in-home care and support. Many individuals with
disabilities also request home health services.
Living Innovations Home Care, Inc. is a licensed provider of Home
Health services in Maine and New Hampshire, and is able to bill
Medicaid under the HC/BC-ECI waiver program. We also serve a
number of elderly and disabled citizens on a private duty basis.
Our services are designed for people who need personal care,
companionship, and help with day-to-day chores such as meal
preparation, laundry, errand running, and light housekeeping.
We work together with individuals and families to design and
arrange practical living supports and creative solutions to
ensure quality of life and dignity at home for the client, and
peace of mind for family members.
Our services can be arranged for a few hours a week or as many as
24 hours a day. Short-term respite relief or longer-term care is
available seven days a week, including holidays. We also provide
back up in case a caregiver is sick.
We provide an array of options that fit each individual and
family's individual needs: Personal care; Home health aides;
Transitional care and rehabilitation; Live-in care arrangements;
Host families; Respite care; Homemaking; Transportation; and
Companionship.
dependable in-home care and support. Many individuals with
disabilities also request home health services.
Living Innovations Home Care, Inc. is a licensed provider of Home
Health services in Maine and New Hampshire, and is able to bill
Medicaid under the HC/BC-ECI waiver program. We also serve a
number of elderly and disabled citizens on a private duty basis.
Our services are designed for people who need personal care,
companionship, and help with day-to-day chores such as meal
preparation, laundry, errand running, and light housekeeping.
We work together with individuals and families to design and
arrange practical living supports and creative solutions to
ensure quality of life and dignity at home for the client, and
peace of mind for family members.
MARCH OF DIMES BIRTH DEFECTS FOUNDATION - NH CHAPTER
Phone: Toll Free 1-800-287-0317 or 228-0317
22 Bridge Street, Concord, NH 03301
The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of
babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality. The
March of Dimes carries out this mission through programs,
research, advocacy, education, and community service. Questions
regarding pregnancy care can be directed to the March of Dimes
Resource Center at 1-888-MODIMES.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY - CENTRAL NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER
Phone: Toll Free 1-800-493-9255 Fax: 623-4205
Website: www.msnewengland.org
Hours: Monday thru Friday 9 am to 5 pm.
The mission of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is to end
the devastating effects of MS. The Central New England Chapter
serves 11,000 people with MS in NH and Mass. Programs include;
Information & Referral, Publications, Educational Programs,
Self-Help Groups, Advocacy, Legal Referral, Network, Individual
or Family Support Programs, and Financial Assistance. The Chapter
raises funds for local programs and national research.
MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION, INC.
Phone: 471-2722 360 Route 101, Bedford, NH 03110
Hours: Monday thru Friday 9 am to 5 pm.
Provides clinic services, assistance with purchase and
maintenance of wheelchairs, and summer camping program to
residents of New Hampshire suffering from any one of 40
neuromuscular diseases.
NH ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND
Phone: Toll Free in NH 1-800-464-3075 or (603) 224-4039
Seacoast Office: (603) 431-9401
Fax: (603) 224-4378
Website: www.sightcenter.com
Email: gwoodland@sightcenter.com
Address: McGreal Sight Center, 25 Walker Street, Concord, NH
03301
Hours: Monday thru Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm.
The mission is: To "advance the independence of persons who
are blind and visually impaired". The Agency is statewide.
Our major objectives are to provide: Specialized Rehabilitation
Services, Sight Enhancement Services, Technology and Braille
Services, and Public Education.Core Services: Counseling and
Referral; Rehabilitation Teaching; Orientation and Mobility
Training; Low Vision Services;
Education Services; Technology and Braille; Volunteer Services.
NH CHILDREN'S HEART PROGRAM
Phone: 653-9888
Specialty care for children ages 0 to 21 years with cardiac
conditions. Clinics held at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover,
18 times a year. Appointments made by calling 653-9888. Care
coordination and financial assistance for treatment available
through NH Divisions of Public Health Services, Bureau of Special
Medical Services. Telephone: 1-800-852-3345, ext. 4553.
NH DEPT. OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Child Support Service: 150 Wakefield
Street, Rochester, NH Phone: 332-9120 Open Monday thru Friday 8
am to 4:30 pm.
Division of Family Assistance: 150
Wakefield Street, Rochester. Phone: 332-9120 Open Monday thru
Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm. Responsible for administering programs to
provide financial and medical assistance to people in NH who are
in need and meet eligibility requirements. Financial Assistance
Programs: Old Age Assistance, Aid to Needy, Aid to the Blind, Aid
to Permanently and Totally Disabled, Temporary Aid for Needy
Families. Medical Assistance: Medicaid is designed to help
persons with limited income obtain medical services. Food Stamps:
Administers Food Stamp Program.
Division of Children, Youth & Family Services:
150 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH.
Phone: 332-9120
Open: Monday thru Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm.
Protective services, investigation of abuse and neglect,
placement of children in foster homes, adoption service and
counseling for unwed mothers and adoptive parents.
Bureau of Elderly & Adult Services:
150 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867.
Phone: 332-9120 or 1-800-862-5300 Fax: 335-5993
State Office: 129 Pleasant Street, State Office Park
South, Concord, NH 03301.
Phone: 271-4680 or 1-800-351-1888 Fax: 271-4643
TDD Access 1-800-735-2964
The Bureau of Elderly & Adult Services (BEAS) provides social
and supportive services to elderly adult or persons living with
disabilities/chronic illnesses. Some of the services available
are: case
management, counseling, adult group day care, adult in-home care,
home-delivered and congregate meals, homemaker's services,
emergency support, transportation, and respite care. In addition,
special programs also available are:
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorder Program:
Phone 1-800-351-1888 or 1-800-852-3345 ext. 4687
Information and referral for families and professionals,
including New Hampshire's Family Care Guide - a comprehensive
caregivers manual, lending library of books and videotapes,
consultations and presentations to general public, agencies and
facilities.
Adult Protection Services:
Phone: 332-9120 or 1-800-862-5300
State Office Phone: 271-4680 or 1-800-351-1888
Within DEAS, the Office of Community Services receives and
investigates reports of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation
of elderly adults/persons with disabilities/chronic illnesses.
Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman:
Phone: 1-800-422-5640
For assistance to residents of Long Term Care Facilities (such as
nursing homes, residential care home) in resolving complaints
made by residents or on behalf of a resident.
Senior Citizens Law ProjectAdvice Line:
Phone: 1-888-353-9944
For legal questions involving civil matters, not criminal, such
as Medicare/Medicaid, nursing home, pensions, consumer and family
issues.
NH DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
Phone: 436-8884
30 Maplewood Avenue, Suite 206, Portsmouth, NH 03801.
Hours: Monday thru Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm.
To rehabilitate the individual to return to gainful employment
through training, medical treatment, on-the-job training,
transition employment, job placement and counseling.
NORTHERN N.E. POISON CENTER
Phone: Toll Free 1 -800-222-1222
Designated as the Regional Poison Center, 24 hour coverage to
help with emergency poisoning episodes and informational service.
NORTHERN STRAFFORD COUNTY HEALTH AND SAFETY COUNCIL
95 S. Main Street
PO Box 564 Rochester,NH 03867
Phone: 603-335-0168
Website: www.nschsc.org
The Northern Strafford County Health and Safety Council (NSCHSC)
is a grassroots, community wide effort to strengthen the informal
and formal public health infrastructure in Northern Strafford
County, New Hampshire. Formed in July 2003, NSCHSC serves
approximately 46,370 people in the 230 square mile jurisdiction
and is governed by nine representatives from the towns of
Farmington, Middleton, Milton, New Durham, Rochester, and
Strafford, Frisbie Memorial Hospital and Strafford Network.
PROFESSIONAL DENTURE CARE PROGRAM
Phone: 225-5961
23 South State Street, Concord, NH 03301
Helps provide low cost dentures (full dentures only) to those in
need. Must apply to Concord and prepay. Program uses dentists
around the state.
REHABILITATION SERVICES
Phone: 433-4015
2064 Woodbury Avenue, B-2 Suite 203, Newington, NH 03801
Hours: Monday thru Friday 7 am to 6 pm.
Services: Physical/ Occupational/ Speech Therapy, Orthotics
Clinic, Hand/ Pediatrics, Adaptive Aquatics, and Lumbar
Stabilization. Rehabilitation Services is a Division of HCA
Portsmouth Regional Hospital.
ROCHESTER DISTRICT VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION
"YOURVNA"
Phone: 332-1133 Fax: 332-9223
178 Farmington Road, Rochester, NH 03867
Website: www.yourvna.org
E-mail: judy@yourvna.org
Complete home health care agency serving the communities of
Strafford and Rockingham Counties since 1913. Services include
skilled nursing, licensed nursing assistants, rehabilitative
therapies and medical social workers.
Many specialty services including certified wound/ostomy care,
psychiatric care, lactation consultant, diabetic educator,
intravenous therapy, maternal wellness, telehealth, disease
management program, long range planning, and adult health
screening clinics. Also a support services program that includes
personal care service providers, homemakers, staff companions
& in-home providers.
Medicare Certified/Medicaid Provider & Private Insurances
accepted.
ROCKINGHAM VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION & HOSPICE
Phone: Toll Free 1-800-540-2981: or Portsmouth436-7372; Exeter
772-2981; or Derry 432-7776.
Rockingham Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice is a
community-based, non-profit Home Health agency that serves the
adult population of Rockingham County, NH, as well as the
communities of Durham and Lee. More than 100 years ago,
Rockingham VNA & Hospice was born out of the traditional
values of neighbors helping neighbors. We continue this
longstanding history of responding to the needs of our service
communities and truly value our reputation as "a neighbor
you can rely on."
Visiting Nurse 4th Wednesday of every month from 10 am to 12
noon. Recreational trips and activities. Call to register if
planning to attend.
RVNA & Hospice offers the following comprehensive home health
services: Skilled nursing care; Physical therapy; Occupational
therapy; Speech therapy; Wound Care-enterostomal therapist;
Certified diabetes educators; Registered dietician; Medical
social work services; Home health aide care; Falls risk reduction
program; Orthopedic pre-op program; HealthWatch personal response
system; Hospice care; Bridge program; Bereavement & spiritual
care; Pain management/symptom relief.
Our care providers work as teams in designated geographic area;
these care teams in the Seacoast, Exeter, and Derry/Salem regions
work with physicians, volunteers, patients and their families to
provide quality personalized care. In addition to offering
high-quality home health and hospice care, we provide various
community outreach programs and services: Community Clinics &
Screenings; Support Groups; Walk Club-Exeter; Health Education
Programs.
For further information, or to inquire about volunteer
opportunities, please call one of the numbers above.
SEACOAST BIRTHRIGHT
Phone: 436-5558 or the Hot Line's number is 1-800-550-4900, where
a volunteer is available 24 hours a day.
323 Islington Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801, (On the second floor,
and next to the Getty gas station).
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10 am to 1 pm, and 6 pm to 8
pm. Also open on Thursday and Friday 12 pm to 3 pm, and Saturday
10 am to 1 pm. We will open our office for a client at any time,
if those hours are not suitable for her.
Seacoast Birthright is an international, pro-life,
nondenominational crisis pregnancy service which offers its
clients free pregnancy testing, guidance, and referrals to
appropriate resources in the community as well as providing free
maternity, infant and toddler clothing. The volunteers are
well-trained, compassionate and nonjudgmental, dealing with a
variety of needs; and our greatest desire is for the woman to
feel that she's better off for having called upon us, which is
generally at a time of dire need in her life. The Seacoast office
first opened its doors in 1980.
SEACOAST HOSPICE
Phone: 749-4300 or 1-800-362-5376
642 Central Avenue, Dover, NH 03820
Website: www.seacoasthospice.org
As end-of-life specialists for more than 25 years, Seacoast
Hospice helps children and adults attain the highest quality
of living. Our doctors, nurses, and nursing assistants make house
calls and help manage medical and personal care needs. We supply
medical equipment, supplies, and medications at no additional
cost: Seacoast Hospice works hand-in-hand with the patient and
family and the family physician. We can help.
With fully staffed offices in Dover and Exeter, and a Portsmouth
mini-office, Seacoast Hospice provides comprehensive care and
support to Strafford and Rockingham County residents. Community
members can also avail themselves of Grief Support Groups,
specialized lending libraries, and Educational Speaking programs.
Founded by volunteers from the community, and sustained by
community support through volunteerism and donations, Seacoast
Hospice is an essential part of A Caring Community, Making a
Difference, Every Day.
SEXUAL ASSAULT SUPPORT SERVICES
Phone: Toll Free Crisis Hotline 1-888-747-7070
Rochester 332-0775; Portsmouth 436-4107 Fax: 430-4017
Address: 7JunkinsAve.,Portsmouth,NH 03801
Dedicated to supporting victims/survivors in their effort to heal
from trauma of sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse, while
striving to prevent the occurrence of sexual violence in local
communities and in society at large.
• Education/preventive services provided in schools, camps,
and community settings to help children/teens be safe from sexual
violence.
• Confidential 24 hour sexual assault crisis hotline.
• 24-hour advocacy and support at police stations,
hospitals, and the courts.
• Support groups for rape survivors, sexual abuse survivors,
parents, and others affected by sexual violence.
• Professional training and consultation to police
departments, hospitals, schools, and others in the community.
• Sexual abuse and assault prevention education in the
schools for children, teens, and parents.
• Sexual harassment workshops for teachers and students.
SOMERSWORTH DIALYSIS CENTER, THE
Phone: 742-4800 Fax: 742-4298
252 Route 108, Somersworth, NH 03878
The Somersworth Dialysis Center at present provides services for
up to 90 hemodialysis patients. We are an outpatient provider
that serves individuals from Strafford, Carroll, and York
counties. Our patients are referred to us by the two nephrology
practices in the area, Coastal Nephrology and New England
Nephrology. The schedule for a person undergoing treatments is
MW-F or T-Thurs-Sat.
Medicare covers up to 80% of the in-center treatments. Medicare
will also be billed for in-center dialysis related medications
and lab work. Medicare does not pay for transportation or over
the counter medication or prescriptions. All patients are
encouraged to enroll in a Medigap plan to cover these costs
(except transportation).
If a patient lives on a COAST bus route they may be eligible for
an ADA ride. HCBC patients may be eligible for wheelchair van
transportation through the state of NH Medicaid program. There
are no volunteer organizations in our area to assist with
transportation; therefore patients are encouraged to discuss this
concern with family and friends.
We are a non-reuse facility, in contrast to other facilities that
disinfect, and re-use dialyzers and lines. All patients are cared
for in a team approach, meaning that there is a nurse on duty and
several technicians along with the physician, social worker, and
dietitian to care for those in treatment each day.
We are located a short distance between two hospitals,
Wentworth-Douglass and Frisbie Memorial. However, out patients
may also be treated at Portsmouth, York, and Exeter hospitals as
all our doctors have privileges there as well.
SOUTHERN STRAFFORD COMMUNITY HEALTH COALITION
789 Central Ave. Dover, NH 03820
Phone: 603-740-2807
Website: www.southernstraffordhealth.org
The Southern Strafford Community Health Coalition (SSCHC)
encompasses the towns of Barrington, Dover, Durham, Lee, Madbury,
Rollinsford, and Somersworth NH. The coalition's mission is
"To improve the health of our communities through our
collaborative efforts. " In order to fulfill its mission,
the coalition has engaged a broad spectrum of public health
interests, including state and local government officials, health
and human service providers, schools, businesses, and fire,
safety and emergency personnel. These groups are working together
to identify and address regional public health concerns that
include: Promoting and encouraging healthy behaviors; planning
for, and responding to, the public health consequences of
disasters; increasing collaboration among public health
stakeholders and; tracking, evaluating, and responding to
emerging public health needs at the local level. All of the
coalition's efforts focus on strengthening public health
infrastructure within Southern Strafford County. The SSCHC serves
as a resource for regional public health planning. The coalition
also offers limited programming and educational opportunities
related to emergency response and community health issues.
SPECIAL MEDICAL SERVICES BUREAU
Phone: 1-800-852-3345
Services offered include: Screening of all newborns for six
potentially harmful disorders. Diagnosis and genetic counseling
for families/children with concerns. Comprehensive assessment of
development for 0-6 year olds. Specialty clinics for children
with disabilities or chronic illness which include child
development and neuromotor problems. Care coordination and family
support services.
Financial assistance with cost of health care for certain
medically needy families. Consultation regarding the special
needs of health impaired children to schools, early intervention,
and other agencies upon request. Professional and public
education.
Eligibility requirements are determined based on medical and
financial need, with medical needs determined first. Families who
may benefit from these services should contact BSMS for an
application. You can do so by writing to: Office of Medicaid
Business & Policy, SMSB, 29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301.
STD/HIV PROGRAM
Phone: 271-4502
29HazenDrive,Concord,NH 03301
HIV/AIDS Hotline: 1-800-752-2437 Automated 24 hours a day.
STD Hotline: 1-800-228-0254, Mon - Fri 8 am to 4:30 pm.
This office provides funding to local agencies statewide to
provide HIV/STD prevention programs as well as HIV Counseling and
Testing Clinics and STD Clinics. Local clinics must offer sliding
fee scales and no one can be denied services due to an inability
to pay. Prevention programs are directed to those individuals
most at risk for infection with HIV/AIDS and other sexually
transmitted diseases. The office is also publishing HIV/STD
statistics.
VETERAN'S AFFAIRS (REGIONAL OFFICE)
Phone: 1 -800-827- 1000
VA Medical Center: 1-800-892-8384 or (603) 624-4366
Website: http://www.vba.va.gov/ro/manchester/
Norris Cotton Federal Bldg., 275 Chestnut St., Manchester, NH
03101.
Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Administers benefits for education, home loans, service connected
compensation, non-service connected pension, vocational
rehabilitation, death benefits, and GI insurance. (Medical care
is provided by the VA Medical Center, 718 Smyth Rd., Manchester,
NH 03104).
WENTWORTH-DOUGLASS COMMUNITY DENTAL CENTER
Phone: 749-3013
668 Central Ave., Dover, NH 03820
The Dental Center will provide access to affordable dental care
for the children and adult residents of the WDH primary service
area. The towns included are: Barrington, Dover, Durham, Lee,
Madbury, Rollinsford, Somersworth, and Berwick & South
Berwick. Medicaid patients, from the service area, are welcome as
are residents whose income is up to 250% of the federal poverty
guideline. Co-pays will be collected based on income category.
Patients who have Dental PPO's or other types of dental insurance
that involve deductibles or co-pays that are not affordable, are
encouraged to seek access here, as long as they meet residency
and income guidelines. Barbara Swazey is the Office Manager.
Christina Meehan is the Care Coordinator.