NH SILC provides leadership and advocacy in support of the independent living philosophy. We also monitor and develop the Statewide Plan for Independent Living.

Concord, NH
Joined July 2018
Welcome to Our Newest Members! -Jenny LaSalle -Michael Negrete -Herb Carpenter -Danielle Murphy -Lisa Beck
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Week Without Driving is a national awareness campaign that challenges people to spend one week relying on the same transportation options available to those who cannot drive. It occurs from October 1st to October 8th. To sign up and learn more, go to:weekwithoutdriving.org/
Choices For Independence (CFI) Waiver Renewal The CFI Waiver renewal is underway, with completion expected soon. To ensure the waiver reflects your needs, the Bureau of Adult and Aging Services is launching listening sessions. For more information: dhhs.nh.gov/programs-service…
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The National Center for START Services and UNH: Institute on Disability will be hosting a webinar on Nov. 4, 3-4pm It's a conversation on belonging, accessibility, and inclusion during the holiday season with Emmanuel Jenkins. For more information: iod.unh.edu/event/2026/11/we…
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Happy First Day of Fall!
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Dream. Plan. Launch Financial Tools for Youth with Disabilities A conference for families and youth with disabilities focused on setting & protecting the financial future. On Oct. 24th, 9am-12pm McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center For more information: nhfv.org/mc-events/dream-pla…
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On Medicaid? NH ABLE wants to hear from you! ABLE NH wants to understand what it is really like for people and families to navigate Medicaid in NH. They created a survey to assist in that effort. The survey is anonymous and can be found at: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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We value your input! Please feel free to share in your network with other people with disabilities, caregivers, and families. (3/3)
Today, on the 25th anniversary, we remember and honor all the lives that were lost on 9/11, and those who died since then due to related illnesses. We honor their loved ones, survivors, first responders, recovery workers, and everyone whose life was changed. We will never forget!
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NH Statewide Independent Living Council retweeted
The NH SILC will be hosting one part of a two-part presentation on benefits counseling during September 16th’s Full Council Meeting. The presentation will occur from 1:00pm to 1:45pm. RSVP by sending an email to Jennifer Beaulieu, the Assistant at [email protected].
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The Buses, Bikes & Brooms Challenge is BACK this October. This is a month-long challenge to replace solo car trips with biking, walking, transit, carpooling, and telecommuting. The challenge occurs from October 1st to October 31st. For more information: commutesmartnh.org/buses-bik…
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Today is Primary Day! It's time to get to the polls! For information about voting in NH, click the following link: sos.nh.gov/elections/voters
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I hope everyone has a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend!
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NH Statewide Independent Living Council retweeted
[Video Description: A woman in a wheelchair, Ruth Madeley as Judy Heumann, looks at a crosswalk sign change from Don’t Walk to Walk. Title card: Apple Original Films. Judy introduces herself as she calls multiple politicians. Title card: FROM SIÂN HEDER. A politician played by Mark Ruffalo exclaims, “They’re not asking for a place on a bus…” Title card: DIRECTOR OF ACADEMY AWARD WINNING BEST PICTURE CODA. The politician continues, “...they’re asking for a whole new bus!” Judy tells people to move as she and her allies occupy a federal building. Title cards: OPENING NIGHT TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL and BASED ON A TRUE STORY but “story” is crossed out and replaced with “revolution.” Judy tells fellow disabled activists that they are not the problem, the stairs are the problem. Judy flips off a bus that honks at her in the street. Title cards: BEING HEUMANN, SCREENPLAY BY SIÂN HEDER & REBEKAH TAUSSIG, DIRECTED BY SIÂN HEDER, IN SELECT THEATERS NOV 6 STREAMING NOV 13 and the colorful Apple TV logo.]
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NH Statewide Independent Living Council retweeted
Judy didn't wait for change. She fought to make it happen. #BeingHeumann is in select theaters November 6. Streaming November 13 on Apple TV.
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REE DENTAL DAY at Bowman Dental They are opening their doors for a day of FREE dental care for the community! Saturday, September 26 Registration begins at 7:30 AM Dental services: 8:00 AM–3:00 PM Choose one free service: • Cleaning • Cavity filling • Extraction (1/2)
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No insurance necessary. No appointments. First come, first served. Their goal is simple: help their neighbors get the dental care they need with compassion, respect, and no judgment. Bowman Dental 48 Meadow Access Lane, Walpole, NH (2/2)
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Need a ride to the polls and live in the Seacoast read? COAST is offering free rides to anyone traveling to or from the polls on Primary Election Day on September 8th. (1/3)
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Simply tell your driver that you are on your way to vote, or on your way back from voting. While COAST's service does not provide transportation directly to every polling location, they are here to make voting more accessible for everyone. (2/3)
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ADA, Newmarket-Exeter Connector, and Portsmouth Senior Transportation clients: Please call TripLink at 603-834-6010 for details. If capacity constraints arise, alternative travel times may be offered throughout the day. (3/3)
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