The Upper Room is a non-profit Family Resource Center in Derry, NH serving Southern New Hampshire and beyond.
MISSION "Strengthen individuals and families by providing them with education, services and resources needed to lead healthy, self-sufficient lives."
Family Wellness Programs
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Parent Education - classes and workshops.
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Kinship Navigation - case management for kinship caregivers and their children.
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Greater Derry Family Outreach - short-term in-home support.
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Connect - parent/child (ages 0-6) monthly playgroup and resources.
- Family Group Meet Ups and Outings
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Tools and Information for Parenting Success Program (TIPS)- education and support for parents (ages 13-25) and their children.
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Parent and Caregiver Cafe - support and information for those raising teens.
Adolescent Wellness Programs
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Teen Health and Behavioral Education
- Topics such as substance use, anger management, shoplifting, and risks of vaping.
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Teen Creative and Mindful Groups
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Teen Community Service Projects
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Greater Derry Juvenile Diversion Program - alternative to court for first time offenders.
Educational Programs
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Teen High School Equivalency Program - HiSET classes and testing.
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Teen Rejuven8 Program - academic support during high school suspension.
Human Services
- Food Pantry
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Agency Navigation - short-term case management.
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Positive Couching Strategies
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Concrete Supports - such as diapers, food, formula, holiday support, clothing, baby items, school supplies and family fun packs.
The Upper Room's Awards and Recognition
- Family Resource Center of Quality (FRC-Q) 2021-2027 - designated by the Wellness and Primary Prevention Council
- Platinum Transparency Profile Listing 2023-26 - Candid GuideStar
- 2026 Community Anchor Award - presented at the Family Resource Center Network Conference
- 2023 Community Service Award - presented at the Annual Dinner of YMCA
- 2021 Best of Award - presented by The Derry, NH News
- 2020 Neighborhood Champion Award - Bank of America