Easterseals Veterans Count connects Service Members, Veterans and their families to supports and services. Examples of help provided includes: employment counseling, deployment support, emergency financial assistance, childcare resources, transportation assistance, budgeting and financial management, counseling, etc. In addition Care Coordinators can link service members, veterans, and families to: benefits, health care, mental health services, and substance abuse services.

Burial benefits available for veterans and eligible dependents (spouse, dependent children) include gravesite, opening and closing of grave, perpetual care, and grave marker with inscriptions. Eligible spouses and dependents may be buried, even if they predecease the veteran. There is no state residency requirement to be interred at the NH State Veterans Cemetery.

Easterseals Veterans Count connects Service Members, Veterans and their families to supports and services. Examples of help provided includes: employment counseling, deployment support, emergency financial assistance, childcare resources, transportation assistance, budgeting and financial management, counseling, etc. In addition Care Coordinators can link service members, veterans, and families to: benefits, health care, mental health services, and substance abuse services.

Easterseals Veterans Count connects Service Members, Veterans and their families to supports and services. Examples of help provided includes: employment counseling, deployment support, emergency financial assistance, childcare resources, transportation assistance, budgeting and financial management, counseling, etc. In addition Care Coordinators can link service members, veterans, and families to: benefits, health care, mental health services, and substance abuse services.

Easterseals Veterans Count connects Service Members, Veterans and their families to supports and services. Examples of help provided includes: employment counseling, deployment support, emergency financial assistance, childcare resources, transportation assistance, budgeting and financial management, counseling, etc. In addition Care Coordinators can link service members, veterans, and families to: benefits, health care, mental health services, and substance abuse services.

Provides Service Members, Veterans, and their families with free onsite meals providing an opportunity for social engagement and wellness resources

HVRP is federally funded by the Department of Labor to provide case management services relating to job readiness and employment services while having housing security issues. HVRP allows for at-risk and Homeless Veterans to apply for assistance through the HVRP case manager. HVRP grantees accomplish these objectives through a variety of core services: - Knowledge of Population: understand the unique needs of the veterans they serve and structure to meet those needs. This is accomplished through Military culture training for staff members and community partners. - Outreach - use a flexible, non-threatening approach to meet veterans where they are. Outreach also includes activities to engage partners and employers. Our Outreach Consists of two states and five counties. Our team engages VSO, Community providers, VA hospitals, State employment Agencies, shelter systems, and transitional housing in Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. - Assessment/Intake: assess each veteran to determine program eligibility and to gauge job readiness and willingness to engage in employment services. - Case Management: use a veteran-centered approach to develop an Individual Employment Plan (IEP) based on an individual's strengths and preferences while addressing barriers such as housing stability, mental health issues, and substance use. - Job-driven Training and Placement: provide training that is targeted to the specific industries, occupations, and skills that are in demand locally. Training services can be provided in-house, through partners in the community, or through the local American Job Center. - Collaboration: collaborate with public and private partners at all levels (federal, state, and local) to provide supportive services and access to housing.

More veterans have died by suicide than in active duty over the past two decades. This is unacceptable. SSG Fox is a statewide suicide prevention program, run by veterans serving fellow NH veterans and families. We offer: Outreach to identify those at risk of suicide Baseline mental health screening for risk Education on suicide risk and prevention to families and communities Provision of clinical services for emergency treatment Care Coordination services Peer support services VA benefits assistance for eligible individuals and their families Assistance with obtaining and coordinating other federal, state and local benefits All services are free for eligible individuals/families.

Easterseals Veterans Count connects Service Members, Veterans and their families to supports and services. Examples of help provided includes: employment counseling, deployment support, emergency financial assistance, childcare resources, transportation assistance, budgeting and financial management, counseling, etc. In addition Care Coordinators can link service members, veterans, and families to: benefits, health care, mental health services, and substance abuse services.

In our Transitional Housing for Veterans, veterans and their families live in private apartments in one of our three apartment complexes located in Nashua and Manchester, NH. While living in Transitional Housing, veterans pursue employment, further their education, or expand their skills by volunteering within the community. They work with closely with both a case manager and, as needed, an employment specialist to permanently escape homelessness. Through our integrated services, as well as community partners, they also access health care, transportation, and meaningful income. This program is sponsored through a US Department of Veteran Affairs grant. By the end of their stay, veterans have the income and healthcare they need to live independently, with pride and dignity. Locations: Harbor Homes currently operates three transitional housing facilities throughout NH. --Buckingham Place is a 20-unit one and two bedroom apartment complex at 46 Spring Street in Nashua. The facility provides handicapped accessible apartments as well as common areas and a large community room. Named “Buckingham Place” after Byron Buckingham, a local veteran advocate, the facility was the first of its kind in the nation to house male and female veterans as well as their families. --Dalianis House is a 40-unit apartment complex located at 59 Factory Street in Nashua. In 2010, Harbor Care spearheaded a massive renovation of the property (once a furniture outlet), and now serves male veterans in one bedroom and single room occupancy apartments. --BAE Systems Independence Hall is a 26-unit one and two bedroom apartment complex for male and female veterans and their families, located at 335 Somerville Street in Manchester. Six of the apartments house veteran households permanently in supportive housing.

Our Supportive Services for Veterans Families program (SSVF, for short) helps those at immediate risk of homelessness side-step it altogether. If you or your family is homeless or at-risk of homelessness anywhere in NH, please contact us at (603) 882-3616 Our SSVF case managers and outreach staff work with veterans and their families across New Hampshire to make sure they have secure housing and the supports necessary to maintain housing. We offer: - Housing counseling. - Assistance with benefits, such as those offered through the VA. - Referrals for health care, and legal services, and financial planning. - Financial assistance to support case management goals. - Connection to other Veterans FIRST and other Harbor Care services, including veteran transitional and supportive housing, if appropriate. With funding from the US Department of Veteran Affairs, we serve hundreds of households throughout NH each year.

Services include: 1) Financial Literacy, creating a budget, banking/ checking accounts, managing your finances; 2) Wellness as we age 3) Nutrition, shopping, simple, health meal planning, a well-stocked kitchen; 4) Legal, making a will, power of attorney, health care proxy, divorce resolution and credit counseling; 5) Housing, service agreements, tenancy rights/ responsibilities, referrals to community partner; 6) MH /SUD, signs/symptoms of crises, trauma and connection to MH and addictions issues; clinical group and individual sessions. PHASE Addictions Recovery-30-day cycle of psycho-educational groups, 12 Step Programs & individual sessions; Resiliency Nutritional and Neuro Emotional Technique Program; 7) Hobbies and activities 8) Basic Life Skills, personal hygiene, maintaining an orderly residence; 9) Community Supports, types, resources, and making connections; 10) Arts Expression, individual, group sessions, shows.

Mentoring provides an opportunity for the many experienced Veterans to share what they know and help guide others on successful future path. The Clear Path outreach efforts provide opportunities for Veterans to continue to serve through organized recreational activities and family gatherings that support and strengthen the building of strong civic minded communities where they live and work.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, (Formerly National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) is a national, 24/7 toll-free suicide prevention service. They will be routed to the closest possible provider of mental health and suicide prevention services. On line chat is also available. Additional free information is available for bullying victims, survivors of suicide, young adults, families and friends of persons who have committed suicide, employers, etc. ***Veterans can dial 988 then press 1 to be routed to Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline.

If you’re a caregiver for a Veteran, you can get support by contacting one of our caregiver support coordinators. If the Veteran you care for was injured post-9/11, you may be eligible for even more services, including a stipend to help with expenses, training, and medical coverage if you aren’t already covered. For all caregivers, we can: Help you get caregiver assistance available through VA Provide progressive needs planning to help you manage degenerative conditions Match you with services and benefits Connect you with local resources and programs Listen to you when you struggle

Wellness programs include a variety of activities including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation, Energy Healing Drums Alive and much more

Boulder Point Veteran Housing is located in Plymouth, New Hampshire. It offers 25 one-bedroom apartments dedicated to veterans experiencing homelessness, through partnership with both the White River Junction Veteran Affair Medical Center and the US Department of Housing and Urban Development's Veteran Supportive Housing vouchers (HUD-VASH Program). The facility also offers five two-bedroom affordable (not subsidized) two-bedroom apartments. Check for current openings or contact us for more information and to see if you qualify. Location & Amenities: A 27,000 square foot, 2-story, handicapped accessible/adaptable building, Boulder Point Veteran Housing is located on a picturesque 11-acre property. It features plenty of parking and outdoor space, as well as a large community room, a library/ game room, in-unit washer and dryers, and several private offices for residents to receive case management and supportive services. The program provides mentoring, case management, and supportive services for residents who choose to participate. All participants receive on-site access to coaching in eviction prevention, increasing household income and assets, increasing health and well-being, general life skills, and improving the educational success of children and youth.