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Information and referral for services for older adults, adults with disabilities, their families and caregivers. Also services medicaid recipients and persons with long-term care issues.

Provides fixed route and curb-to-curb demand-response transportation serving the NH towns of Chester, Derry, Hampstead, Londonderry and Salem. All buses are wheelchair accessible.

Lancaster housing authority provides section 8 vouchers. Housing has waitlists and there is no Emergency housing.

For riders who have a disability that prevents them from making some or all of their trips on fixed-route buses, CAT offers a shared-ride, origin-to-destination service called ADA paratransit service. ADA paratransit service operates up to ¾ of a mile on either side of CAT’s fixed-route bus service during the same days and hours as the fixed-route bus service.

DHHS District Office responsible for public assistance programs such as: * Temporary assistance for needy families (TANF), also known as the Financial Assistance to Needy Families Program (FANF) provides cash assistance to families with dependent children. * State Supplement Cash Program (SSP), supports elderly adults and individuals that are physically disabled, mentally disabled, or legally blind. Services are provided for eligible individuals through the following programs: - Aid to the Permanently and Totally Disabled (APTD): for individuals who are between the ages of 18 and 64 and who are physically or mentally disabled. - Aid to the Needy Blind (ANB): is available for individuals of any age who are legally blind. - Old Age Assistance (OAA): available for individuals age 65 or older. * Emergency Assistance Program (EA), helps families get or keep their homes. EA helps pay for rent or utility security deposits, first month's rent, home heating fuel deliveries, or past due rent, mortgage, or utility debts. Families must meet all the eligibility rules for Financial Assistance for Needy Families (FANF) cash assistance. However, families do not have to get the FANF cash benefit to qualify for EA. * Food Stamps/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), provides nutrition benefits to eligible low-income individuals and families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency. *If client receives food stamps they are eligible to participate in the Food Stamp Employment and Training Program (FSET) which provides job search assistance, referrals to training programs and transportation reimbursement for job searches. Contact 603-271-0747 or 800-852-3345 x 0747 to apply. * Child Care Scholorship, financial assistance in the form of a partial payment to child care providers thereby reducing the cost of child care for working families. * Medicaid (Medical Assistance), a federal and state funded health care program that serves a wide range of individuals and families who meet certain eligibility requirements. * MEDICAID CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM (CHIP), provides access to low-cost and free health coverage options for New Hampshire's uninsured children and teens. * MEDICAID FOR EMPLOYED ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES (MEAD), is for ages 18 through 64. * MEDICAID FOR EMPLOYED OLDER ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES (MOAD), is for age 65 or older. * GRANITE ADVANTAGE HEALTH CARE PROGRAM, offers medical assistance to low-income NH residents who are US citizens or qualified aliens. (Formerly: Health Insurance Premium Payment (HIPP) Program) * MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES SAVINGS PROGRAM assists low-income elderly or disabled individuals who are eligible for Medicare through the Social Security Administration (SSA). The Program pays for some or all of the associated costs of Medicare, specifically the Medicare Insurance Premiums and deductibles. The Medicare Beneficiaries Savings Program is also referred to as the Buy-In program. - Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMB), provides limited assistance to help pay: Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) premium, Medicare Part B (supplemental insurance) premium, premium penalties for late enrollment, Medicare deductibles and Medicare coinsurance expenses. - Specified Low-Income Beneficiaries (SLMB or SLMB135), provide limited assistance to help pay your Medicare Part B (supplemental insurance) premium and premium penalties for late enrollment. - Qualified Disabled and Working Individuals (QDWI), provides limited assistance that pays the Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) premium of disabled working individuals who have lost Medicare due to earnings. * HOME CARE FOR CHILDREN WITH SEVERE DISABILITIES (HC-CSD): is available for children up to age 19 who have a disability that is expected to last 12 months or longer, who medically qualify for institutional care, and who are being cared for at home. Commonly known as the "Katie Beckett" option.

GSIL’s employment services can help you find local and quality jobs throughout New Hampshire. Some of our employment services for people with disabilities include, but are not limited to: • Resumes & Cover Letter Strategies • Job Leads • Assistance Filling Out Applications • Networking & Relationship Building • Benefits Management • Informational Interviews • Job Coaching • Job Shadows • Job Accommodations • Interview Training • Identification of Skills & Strengths • Connection with other resources, such as NH Vocational Rehabilitation

Granite State Independent Living transportation reimbursement program (TRP) exists to support people with disabilities to who financially qualify to access their community. TRP can be used social outings such as movies, shopping, family gatherings, events, etc. This service is for consumers who do not have access to public transportation, or where public transportation doesn't meet their need. Reimbursement can be provided for a private car, or ride share programs such as Lyft, Uber, taxis and cost of bus fare or passes.

Information and referral for services for older adults, adults with disabilities, their families and caregivers. Also services medicaid recipients and persons with long-term care issues.

Freshly prepared healthy meal is delivered each weekday by our friendly and trusted deliverer. Includes safety focus checks, where trained staff is familiar with the needs and the living environment of each participant.

Information and referral for services for older adults, adults with disabilities, their families and caregivers. Also services medicaid recipients and persons with long-term care issues.

Individuals with disabilities can access their communities and increase or maintain their independence by finding assistance through GSIL's Access Modification Program. We can assist you with access issue evaluations, the construction of exterior ramps that meet all American Disabilities Association (ADA) and Barrier Free Design Code (BFDC) regulations, and the purchase and installation of accessibility equipment such as lifts, durable medical equipment, vehicle modifications and communication technology. We can assist you with home accessibility evaluations and solutions including, but not limited to: •Wheelchair Ramps •Vehicle Modifications •Grab Bars •Bathroom Modifications •Stair Lifts •Durable Medical Equipment

Meals on Wheels are provided by volunteers each weekday to homebound seniors. No meals are delivered on major holidays or announced "snow days," so volunteers bring an extra frozen meal to use when fresh meals are not delivered. Anyone with health concerns that require a special diet should let the program know, so their needs can be accommodated. All meals are prepared with no added salt.

Meals on Wheels are provided by volunteers each weekday to homebound seniors. No meals are delivered on major holidays or announced "snow days," so volunteers bring an extra frozen meal to use when fresh meals are not delivered. Anyone with health concerns that require a special diet should let the program know, so their needs can be accommodated. All meals are prepared with no added salt.

The Salem Housing Authority operates public housing for older adults (62+) and adults with disabilities head or co-head of household. To be added to our waiting list, the individual/s must fill out an application to determine eligibility and if found to meet criteria, are added to the wait list. **Emergency housing services are not available.

Our Personal Care Service Program is a self directed program which provides non-medical hands-on assistance with activities of daily living for people with disabilities. Some of our services include, but are not limited to: personal care and homemaking services; respite care; housekeeping and laundry; grocery shopping and errands; meal planning and preparation; personal hygiene and medication reminders. We are ready to offer a home health care solution tailored to meet your needs and lifestyle. Help with Bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, housekeeping and cooking, eating mobility assistance, errands and shopping medication reminding.

Easter Seals' statewide Caring Companions Program provides non-medical home care services for: older adults, people with a chronic illness, and people with disabilities.

The Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Program is a self-directed program which allows individuals real choice and control over their personal care services. Our experienced Nurse Coordinators help individuals design programs tailored to their needs and lifestyles, and teach them to successfully manage their personal care attendants and overall program. This program is funded by New Hampshire Medicaid.

Hot noon-time meals are provided to the elderly and/or disabled, Monday through Friday, delivered to their homes by volunteer drivers. Meals are made fresh daily and are prepared under the direction of the Food & Nutrition Department of Huggins Hospital.

Services offered to refugees and immigrants with employment authorization documents seeking help with: Employment Social services/case management, English as a Second Language (ESOL), Naturalization preparation, Referrals to medical providers and community mental health centers, Enrolloment in Medicaid, SNAP and other public benefits, Vaccinations, Drivers Licenses, Legal assistance, Public school enrollment

DHHS District Office responsible for public assistance programs such as: * Temporary assistance for needy families (TANF), also known as the Financial Assistance to Needy Families Program (FANF) provides cash assistance to families with dependent children. * State Supplement Cash Program (SSP), supports elderly adults and individuals that are physically disabled, mentally disabled, or legally blind. Services are provided for eligible individuals through the following programs: - Aid to the Permanently and Totally Disabled (APTD): for individuals who are between the ages of 18 and 64 and who are physically or mentally disabled. - Aid to the Needy Blind (ANB): is available for individuals of any age who are legally blind. - Old Age Assistance (OAA): available for individuals age 65 or older. * Emergency Assistance Program (EA), helps families get or keep their homes. EA helps pay for rent or utility security deposits, first month's rent, home heating fuel deliveries, or past due rent, mortgage, or utility debts. Families must meet all the eligibility rules for Financial Assistance for Needy Families (FANF) cash assistance. However, families do not have to get the FANF cash benefit to qualify for EA. * Food Stamps/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), provides nutrition benefits to eligible low-income individuals and families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency. *If client receives food stamps they are eligible to participate in the Food Stamp Employment and Training Program (FSET) which provides job search assistance, referrals to training programs and transportation reimbursement for job searches. Contact 603-271-0747 or 800-852-3345 x 0747 to apply. * Child Care Scholorship, financial assistance in the form of a partial payment to child care providers thereby reducing the cost of child care for working families. * Medicaid (Medical Assistance), a federal and state funded health care program that serves a wide range of individuals and families who meet certain eligibility requirements. * MEDICAID CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM (CHIP), provides access to low-cost and free health coverage options for New Hampshire's uninsured children and teens. * MEDICAID FOR EMPLOYED ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES (MEAD), is for ages 18 through 64. * MEDICAID FOR EMPLOYED OLDER ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES (MOAD), is for age 65 or older. * GRANITE ADVANTAGE HEALTH CARE PROGRAM, offers medical assistance to low-income NH residents who are US citizens or qualified aliens. (Formerly: Health Insurance Premium Payment (HIPP) Program) * MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES SAVINGS PROGRAM assists low-income elderly or disabled individuals who are eligible for Medicare through the Social Security Administration (SSA). The Program pays for some or all of the associated costs of Medicare, specifically the Medicare Insurance Premiums and deductibles. The Medicare Beneficiaries Savings Program is also referred to as the Buy-In program. - Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMB), provides limited assistance to help pay: Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) premium, Medicare Part B (supplemental insurance) premium, premium penalties for late enrollment, Medicare deductibles and Medicare coinsurance expenses. - Specified Low-Income Beneficiaries (SLMB or SLMB135), provide limited assistance to help pay your Medicare Part B (supplemental insurance) premium and premium penalties for late enrollment. - Qualified Disabled and Working Individuals (QDWI), provides limited assistance that pays the Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) premium of disabled working individuals who have lost Medicare due to earnings. * HOME CARE FOR CHILDREN WITH SEVERE DISABILITIES (HC-CSD): is available for children up to age 19 who have a disability that is expected to last 12 months or longer, who medically qualify for institutional care, and who are being cared for at home. Commonly known as the "Katie Beckett" option.

We work collaboratively with families and agencies, building expansive support networks around participants, which include crisis management, behavior support, and goal achievement. Individualized Service Options (ISO) is a life-sharing home, where participants live with a home provider in their home (or vice versa!).

Meals on Wheels are provided by volunteers each weekday to homebound seniors. No meals are delivered on major holidays or announced "snow days," so volunteers bring an extra frozen meal to use when fresh meals are not delivered. Anyone with health concerns that require a special diet should let the program know, so their needs can be accommodated. All meals are prepared with no added salt.

Freshly prepared healthy meal is delivered each weekday by our friendly and trusted deliverer. Includes safety focus checks, where trained staff is familiar with the needs and the living environment of each participant.

Granite State Independent Living transportation reimbursement program (TRP) exists to support people with disabilities to who financially qualify to access their community. TRP can be used social outings such as movies, shopping, family gatherings, events, etc. This service is for consumers who do not have access to public transportation, or where public transportation doesn't meet their need. Reimbursement can be provided for a private car, or ride share programs such as Lyft, Uber, taxis and cost of bus fare or passes.

The Community Support Services (CSS) department provides a variety of tools and resources to assist people with disabilities to live and work in the community. The CSS department directs the Project Search work-based training program.