CSoC News and Events
Check back often for the latest news and upcoming events from CSoC and our community partners across New Hampshire.
Trick or Treat: Creating a Happy Halloween for All
By the NH Office of the Child Advocate team It’s that time of year again when warm days are replaced by crisp breezes; when leaves on the trees change to
NH Department of Health and Human Services Launches New Website with Children’s Behavioral Health Resources
Concord, NH – The NH Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announces the launch of the Children’s Behavioral Health Resource Center website to help families, caregivers, providers and communities get access to the mental health resources children need.
A 2024 Magnify Voices youth artist, Abby shares her story at the Suicide Prevention Week kickoff press conference
It was October of 2023, when I was at the lowest I’d ever been in my life. I had been struggling with my physical and mental health for years, without very successful treatment. To me, it felt like this caused me to lose everything I once loved so dearly. My friends, family life, school, sports, and hobbies were all affected.
Chronic Absenteeism in New Hampshire Schools
Chronic absenteeism is a pressing issue in New Hampshire schools, impacting students’ academic success and overall well-being. However, a growing body of evidence shows that afterschool programs are playing a pivotal role in reversing this trend.
Ready for School, Ready to Learn: Social Emotional Learning for the First Day of School
Summer can be a time of fun, relaxation, and adventure. Summer can also be a time when the routine, predictability, and care provided at school are lost. Every child, every family, and every educator has their own unique experiences in the summer.
Granite State students come together for Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest
On Wednesday, May 22, 2024, Granite State middle and high school students, along with family and community members, came together at New England College to celebrate the 6th Annual Magnify
Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health affects us all, and everyone deserves to have access to mental health support, resources, and care.
Magnify Voices 2024 Expressive Art Contest Shines a Light on Youth Mental Health in NH
New Hampshire students in fifth through 12th grade used their voices to share their individual mental health journeys through the Sixth Annual Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest, held on May 22 at New England College in Henniker, NH.
Finding Support for NH Youth Experiencing Mental Health Conditions
Parenting can be overwhelming – especially when your child is experiencing mental health symptoms. Thankfully, there is a community of organizations, programs, and resources in the Granite State that exists
6th Annual Magnify Voices Celebration
The CSoC community will come together on May 22 to shine a bright light on NH children and youth experiencing mental health challenges at the Sixth Annual Magnify Voices Expressive
Parenting Resources for Substance Use Among Youth
Our world of constant stimulation, accessibility, and immediacy has created more difficulties with parenting and understanding adolescents’ needs today, particularly concerning substance use and addictive behaviors.
Submissions Now Open for 2024 Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest
Concord, N.H. (January 11, 2024) – Submissions are now open for the New Hampshire Children’s System of Care (CSoC) sixth annual Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest. Now through April 21,
A Peek Into the 2024 Legislative Session
By New Futures In New Hampshire, proactive legislation is a great tool for improving access to behavioral and mental health services for children, youth, and families. Legislation, however, can also attempt
Self-Care Tips to Navigate the Holidays
By Dr. Alison Roy, Licensed Clinical Psychologist The holiday season is stressful in different ways for so many of us. Young people are not immune to this overscheduled, overwhelming time
Giving Thanks to Our Foster Care Community
By Heather Hall, Recruitment and Retention Program Specialist, NH DCYF Foster Care Program Our beautiful New England fall has ushered in the season of Thanksgiving. This is a time of
Fright and Flight During Halloween Season
Written by Deb Jurkoic, NAMI NH Family Network Coordinator Fall in New England is a time of joy for many, but it can also bring anxiety to others. As we
Make Mental Health Part of Your Back to School!
The arrival of autumn officially signals back-to-school time! For both caregivers and kids, this season brings out a lot of mixed emotions, as we leave behind fun times together and move on to exciting new opportunities, responsibilities, and changes to our daily life.
2023 Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest exhibit on display at Great North Woods Center for the Arts
The 2023 Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest exhibit submissions will be on display at Great North Woods Center for the Arts in Columbia from June 5 through July 5.
Record Number of Youth Participated in the Magnify Voices 2023 Expressive Art Contest
A record number of entries from 61 youth artists across New Hampshire were featured at the celebration event on May 24 at Plymouth State University’s Silver Center for the Arts to showcase artwork and stories portraying personal struggles with mental health conditions.
Fifth Annual Magnify Voices Expressive Arts Contest – 2023 Celebration Event
Winners of the fifth annual Magnify Voices Expressive Arts Contest will be awarded cash prizes at the celebration event on May 24, 2023, held at Silver Hall, Plymouth State University!
Free Screenings of Anxious Nation Coming to New Hampshire Communities
NAMI New Hampshire, in partnership with our state’s 10 Community Mental Health Centers, will bring the documentary Anxious Nation to communities statewide beginning in May.