Family Well-Being

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We need everyone to proactively support child and family well-being at this difficult time and to ensure the continued protection of our children, youth and families.

The NH DHHS created a Family Well-Being Guide in response to the challenges many New Hampshire families may experience during the COVID-19 emergency, including financial instability, food insecurity, and family stress.

This guide can be accessed in the supporting documents below. It will provide tips on how to check in with children and families to help them get the support they need and provide numerous resources that my be needed during this time. Please share this with others who have contact with children and families so they can do the same.

School closures and social distancing have reduced the level of community contact with children and families, which in turn has resulted in fewer calls to the DCYF hotline.

DCYF hotline: 800-894-5533 (in state) or 603-271-6562

Helping children and families get the support they need before child abuse or neglect occurs is just as critical. Governor Sununu has implemented several Emergency Orders to provide financial relief and expand the supports available to New Hampshire families, and we are relying on our community helpers to serve as a link between our families and the resources they need.

Please also visit the websites in the Web Links section below for additional information and important resources.

Together, we can make a difference!

RESOURCES FOR DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE

During this time of isolation and social distancing, survivors of domestic and sexual violence are under increased pressure and danger. We want to provide you with the following resources and know that help is available 24/7. Please share and help spread the word.

CONFIDENTIAL STATEWIDE HELPLINES