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  • Holding back the tides of climate change with 'living shorelines'

    November 25, 2023 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, Portsmouth, New Hampshire

    Researchers in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, are using native plants, rocks, and other natural materials to create living shorelines that combat erosion and tidal surges. Choosing this option instead of relying on manmade structures like concrete allows wildlife like barnacles and fish to return to those areas.

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  • Moms find redemption and reunification at the Willows

    May 11, 2019 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, Manchester, New Hampshire

    Manchester, New Hampshire is seeing early success with a new program that helps keep mothers battling addiction in contact with their children. Based on the premise that keeping parents connected with their child during their addiction recovery will result in more successful recoveries, the program provides the supports for overnight visits and consistent contact.

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  • The Doorway is open in NH, and hundreds are walking in

    April 14, 2019 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, Manchester, New Hampshire

    Thanks to a federal grant, New Hampshire has implemented a “hub-and-spoke program” that connects those facing addiction problems with resources to help them. Acting as a single access point, the organization takes walk-ins and phone calls and offers screenings, assessments and referrals.

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  • Beyond the Stigma: Closing the gap in cancer treatment for those with serious mental illness

    April 09, 2019 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, Massachusetts

    People with mental illnesses often do not receive patient-centered care that takes into consideration the mental illness along with the health concern they’re facing. Aiming to address this issue as is specifically pertains to cancer patients, a model in Massachusetts is seeing a higher success of completing cancer treatments by addressing patient’s needs for accommodations.

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  • Beyond the Stigma: Orchestra offers a safe place to shine

    March 02, 2019 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, Concord, New Hampshire

    An orchestra created by and for musicians with mental health struggles is working to create a safe space for individuals to create music and form support networks. The orchestra accepts everyone and is meant to be an accepting place no matter someone's skillset, and multiple branches mean that the inclusive environment the orchestra attempts to cultivate is available to musicians and others across the country.

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  • EMT will make house calls to help NH drug users find recovery

    February 19, 2019 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, New Hampshire

    In New Hampshire, fire departments are implementing a new approach to address the state’s drug crisis that turns stations into “mobile Safe Stations.” While this allows anyone to walk into a fire station to seek help, NH Project FIRST (First Responders Initiating Recovery, Support & Training) also sends teams back to a person's house after the individual has already been treated for an overdose situation in order to offer further resources.

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  • BA boy and his 'Bigs:' Not just friends, they're family

    December 22, 2018 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, Somersworth, New Hampshire

    Big Brothers Big Sisters New Hampshire is helping children impacted by substance abuse in their families by offering services and supports through mentorship. The program has existed for more than 50 years and has recently seen a rise in kids looking for guidance in the wake of the opioid epidemic.

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  • Art museum offers healing to families hurt by addiction

    December 03, 2018 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, Manchester, New Hampshire

    The Currier Museum of Art began offering the "Art of Hope" program to families living with addiction. In group sessions, a docent guides discussion around works of art in the collection and then everyone participates in a hands on activity. The sessions build community among people living with addiction and create a safe space to reflect.

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  • Beyond the Stigma: Experts offer mental health first aid' course aimed at helping veterans

    November 11, 2018 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, Manchester, New Hampshire

    The Mental Healthcare Center of Greater Manchester offers training and and education opportunities to build community support for veterans who may suffer fro post traumatic stress disorder or depression after military service. The group shows civilians how to recognize and respond to mental health symptoms, so they can prevent a crisis. In New Hampshire, every metal health center has a military liaison.

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  • Beyond the Stigma: State launching push to promote 'recovery-friendly' workplaces

    November 10, 2018 |

    New Hampshire Union Leader |

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    Response Location: United States, New Hampshire

    A state program is providing supports for businesses to create 'recovery friendly' workplaces for employees with substance use disorders. Supports include connecting employees with a licensed counselor, peer supports, and posted information about recovery resources.

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