Weaving together moving interviews and rare archival footage, The Kids We Lose portrays, for the first time on film, the journey of kids with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, their caregivers, and their collective struggles at various ages. The kids don’t understand why they’re being mistreated and manhandled or why they’re unable to change course…they … Continue reading "Film Screening: The Kids We Lose"

The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. The Strafford County Public Health Network has been working with local police departments over the years to spread education about safe … Continue reading "National Drug Take-Back Day"

Did you know that 652 New Hampshire children were poisoned by lead in 2017? This event sheds light on a problem often mistaken for being taken care of. Landlords, property owners, parents and neighbors alike can all benefit from attending this exciting and informative event. Enjoy a free dinner while hearing experts speak about the … Continue reading "Lead Poisoning in NH: What You Need to Know"

The 2019 Addiction Summit will center on building trauma-informed communities which can increase resilience and ultimately help us better manage issues surrounding substance misuse in Strafford County. Get your tickets here!

Join us as we look beyond self-care to examine systemic solutions to compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma. This free community forum will include panel discussions, interactive breakouts, light dinner and networking. Designed for people working in sectors ranging from substance use disorder treatment, education, child-protection, sexual assault and domestic violence services, physical and mental health … Continue reading "Beyond Self-Care: Creating a Safer System"

Held each Friday morning at Goodwin Community Health on the second floor, this group is for children ages birth to six, with their parents or other caregivers. Children explore age-appropriate crafts and other activities, have positive play with peers and adults, and enjoy songs, snacks and story time. Facilitated by Kristin and Johanna. Advance signup … Continue reading "Somersworth Family Morning Out"