Welfare Assistance
Contact
Main Telephone Number: 603-237-4070.
Applications for assistance are available at the Town Manager’s office during regular business hours.
Information
After applications are completed and turned in, The Welfare Officer will contact the Applicant and set up an appointment.
AGENCIES AND RESOURCES
2-1-1
New Hampshire’s 2-1-1 line has the most up to date information on resources for NH residents.
As preparation for signing up for services on-line, you may need to have a few documents ready:
Driver’s license or other identification card; Social Security number; Wage information such as a W-2 or pay-stubs; Unemployment information; Utility bills; Rent statements.
Most websites will instruct you on what you need prior to the application process.
New Hampshire Gateway – Department of Health and Human Services Website. SNAP, WIC and other DHHS programs.
https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/apply-assistance
Or call: 1-800-852-3345 and press “4”
Tri-County CAP – Housing Assistance & Fuel Assistance
Or call: 603-752-7001
AskPETRA – Basic needs, Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
Or call: 603-259-1729
New Hampshire Catholic Charities – Food Bank, Housing, General
Or call: 603-444-7727 or, 603-752-1325
New Hampshire Care Path – Links to resources to help NH residents live better
https://www.nhcarepath.dhhs.nh.gov/index.htm
Or call: 866-634-9412