Area Resources

Resources:

Substance Abuse Services call 2-1-1 

Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline - call 9-8-8

Greater Nashua Mental Heath Intake - Mondays -Thursdays 8am to11:30am 440 Amherst St., Nashua 603 889-6147     

Relay New Hampshire Service for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, or those with a speech disability - 711 or 1-800-735-2964 

The Division for Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) - Report child abuse or neglect - 603-271-6562

Bureau of Adult and Aging Services - Report adult abuse or neglect - 603-271-7014

The Social Security Administration (SSA) - 1-800-772-1213

Employment Services:

NH Department of Employment Security 603 882-5177 at 6 Townsend West, Nashua.  Employment Opportunities, Job Fairs and apply for unemployment benefits.

Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties - Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA)   603-647-4470 EXT 8047

Financial Assistance Programs:

Southern NH Department of Health and Human Service

1-844-275-3447 (State Welfare Office)

On line application available at https://nheasy.nh.gov/#/ .

Apply for Food Stamps Program (SNAP) ·Cash Assistance for families with children (TANF or FANF)
Old Age Assistance (OAA) · Aid to the Needy Blind (ANB)
Medical Assistance (Medicaid) · Child Care
Aid to the Totally and Permanently Disabled (APTD):

State Welfare Family Assistance Division
26 Whipple Street 
Nashua, NH 03060-3044
1-844-275-3447 or 603-883-7726

Heat, Electric And Extra Food Resources:

Community Action Programs of Hillsborough & Rockingham Counties 

Fuel Assistance and Electric Discount Program
134 Allds Street
Nashua, NH 03060

603-889-3440

Women, Infants & Children (WIC) 603-668-8010
The Women, Infants and Children Nutrition Program (WIC) provides access to nutrition education, support and nutritious foods to help keep pregnant women, new mothers, infants and preschool children healthy and strong.

Commodity Supplemental Food Program 1-877-211-0723

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) provides nutritious food resources to supplement nutritional needs to income eligible adults over 60 in Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties. Seniors pick up pre-packaged boxes once a month at one of our established Resource Centers across southern New Hampshire including Manchester and Nashua, at one of our satellite sites, or residents of participating housing communities may pick up from that housing delivery drop-site.

Meals on Wheels Hillsborough County - 603-424-9967
 

Health Care and Prescriptions Assistance:

NH Medical Insurance for Kids  The State Medical and Dental Insurance Programs for pregnancy women, children pre-birth to age 19 years.  There are different level of plans available depending on your income to make sure all children without access to Health Insurance is able to get covered.  This is now administrated under the State Welfare Office or the Southern NH Health and Human Services at 26 Whipple St., Nashua, NH 03060.  Information 1-844-275-3447.  Apply on line at www.nheasy.nh.gov by applying for Medical Assistance.

NH Medicaid Program is available for very low income populations.   Apply directly to  Southern NH Health and Human Services at 26 Whipple St., Nashua, NH 03060.  Information 1-844-275-3447.  Apply on line at www.nheasy.nh.gov by applying for Medical Assistance.

Harbor Care Health and Wellness Center 603 821-7788.  Health care on sliding scale fee. No one is turned away due to their inability to pay.  Has pharmacy available on site.  Also will assist with applying to State Medicaid Insurance.

Lamprey Health Center  603 883-1626 22 Prospect St. Nashua, NH A non profit agency provides Health Care for those not covered by Health Care Insurance.  Can provide health care services on sliding scale basis or free depending on income.  Can also provide referrals to specialists if needed.    

Prescription Assistance Programs 603 225-0900 provides locations which can assist with applications for free or low pay prescriptions through National Drug Company Assistance Programs.  These are usually available through Hospitals and your own doctor's offices.

For NH RX Discount Card available for any NH Citizen www.nhrxcard.com/index.php . 

ServiceLink Hot Line 1(866) 634-9412 This hot line provides help with picking the right Medicare Part B and D Plan,  Assistance with the Medicare Copay if you have a low income and other questions and concerns about Health Care Services and needs for Elderly and Disabled.  

Housing Assistance:

NH Housing Finance Authority - 1-800-439-7247

1. Apply for Section 8 or Housing Choice Subsidized Housing. 
2. Rental Assistance and Directory of Subsidized and Affordable Housing Management Companies for applications.
3. Nashua Housing Authority Applications at 603 883-5661 for an application.
4. Manchester Housing Authority Applications at www.manchesterhousing.org or 603 624-2100.

Legal Assistance:

Legal Advice & Referral Center 603 224-3333
PO Box 4147
Manchester, NH 03302-4147
Legal advice and referral center for these and other issues:
Security Deposits, Custody Rights, Tenant Rights, Domestic Violence
Eviction Process, Debt Crisis, Elderly Legal Needs, Town & City Welfare
 

Merrimack Area Food Pantries:

St. John Neumann Church

708 Milford Rd., Merrimack

(off of Rte. 101A behind Friendly’s)

Fridays 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Verification of Merrimack Residency

603 880-4689

Merrimack Community Food Pantry

Located in the St. James Church Building

646 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack

(across from Homestead Restaurant)

603-424-7459

Tuesdays 9:30 AM to 12 Noon

Serves Merrimack, Bedford, Litchfield, and Nashua Residents

Income Verification or Verification of Public Assistance

Nashua Soup Kitchen

2 Quincy St., Nashua, NH

www.nsks.org

603 889-7770

Available to all in need within the greater Nashua area. No identification required.

Breakfast: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Dinner: Monday – Saturday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Sunday, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Perishable Items: Fruits, veggies, and bread are available Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 2:45 PM.
We are also open the 3rd Sunday of each month from 2PM – 4PM.
There is a limit of two pantry visits per week.

Food boxes: Eggs, meat, and nonperishable items are available Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 2:45 PM.
We are also open the 3rd Sunday of each month from 2PM – 4PM.
There is a limit of one box per month.

Southern NH Rescue Mission (MEALS ONLY)

40 Chestnut Street Nashua, NH 03060

603-889-3421

Breakfast: Monday-Friday 7AM Saturday-Sunday 8AM

Lunch: Monday-Wednesday-Friday 12PM

Dinner: Saturday and Sunday 5PM

Shelters (Emergency):  Call for Greater Nashua Coordinated Entry at 1-844-800-9911 or 2-1-1 for shelters availability.  

Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter 603 889-7770
2 Quincy Street, Nashua (Office)
35 Spring Street, Nashua

Rescue Mission Shelters in Nashua:

1. Mercy Center for men 603 889-3421.
2. Hope Center for women 603 521-7127.

Families in Transition and New Horizon's Shelter 603 668-1877
199 Manchester St, Manchester

Domestic Violence Shelters & Services:

Bridges - Rape and Assault Support Services 603 889-0858
24 Hour Crisis Line 603 883-3044
Bridges
PO Box 217
Nashua, NH 03061