April 2026

Happening Now

The Family Support Conference Starts Today

The Family Support Conference kicks off today, bringing together families, self-advocates, and community partners for a weekend of connection, learning, and shared experiences.

This event offers opportunities to:

Connect with other families and community members
Learn about available resources and supports
Hear directly from those with lived experience

Whether attending for information, connection, or inspiration, we hope this weekend offers something meaningful for everyone involved.

If you’re attending—enjoy the weekend!

Community Yard Sale – Save Your Spot & Come Shop!

Community Yard Sale Returns May 30

Our Annual Community Yard Sale is coming up on May 30, and we’re excited to welcome both returning and new participants.

Reserve Your Space

Space reservations are open through May 22. Whether you’re clearing out items or just enjoy being part of the event, we’d love to have you join us.

Come Shop

Not selling? Come browse! You’ll find a wide variety of items from community members, plus:

A rummage table ($5 bag fill)
Raffles and a 50/50 drawing

All proceeds from space reservations, raffles, and the rummage table will benefit individuals and families connected to Community Bridges.

It’s a great way to support the community while finding some hidden treasures—we hope to see you there!

Reserve your space

Community Event: Dinner & Dance

Concord Regional Arc Dinner & Dance

Community partners at the Concord Regional Arc are hosting a Dinner & Dance this May, offering an opportunity to gather, enjoy a meal, and connect with others in the community.

Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026

Time: 1:00–5:00 PM (doors open at 12:30 PM; dinner served at 1:30 PM)

Location: 48 Airport Road, Concord, NH

Event Details:

Dinner & Dance: $20 per person
Dance Only (3:00–5:00 PM): $10 per person
Please sign up by May 6, 2026 to receive a dinner
No payments accepted at the door
This is a substance-free event (high school age and above)
No outside food or drinks permitted

For questions, please contact Sue at sjd328@aol.com

View the flyer

Be Heard

HCBS Listening Session - New Medicaid Option

Why This Matters: A New Option for HCBS

Community partners across the country are paying close attention to a new Medicaid option created through recent federal legislation (Section 1915(c)(11) under the Working Families Tax Cut).

This legislation offers a new waiver option that could allow participating states to provide support earlier, helping people access services based on need rather than an institutional level of care and stay connected to their homes and communities.

For individuals and families, this could mean:

Greater flexibility in how services are delivered
Expanded access to supports that promote independence and community inclusion
New opportunities for states to strengthen and modernize service systems

At the same time, details are still emerging. How this option is implemented—and who it ultimately benefits—will depend on decisions made at the state and federal levels.

A national listening session will be held to gather input from individuals, families, providers, and advocates. This is an opportunity to share perspectives and help shape the development of this option.

Date: May 19, 2026

Time: 1:30–3:30 PM (Virtual)

We encourage anyone interested to stay informed and consider participating.

Learn more:

https://www.medicaid.gov/resources-for-states/working-families-tax-cut-legislation

CMCS Informational Bulletin: “Working Families Tax Cut” Legislation Summary (Access Expansion on page 21)

https://www.medicaid.gov/federal-policy-guidance/downloads/cib11182025.pdf

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9fmonNCiS9iJJNi32vGvgQ

Submit written comments:

MedicaidReforms@cms.hhs.gov

(Subject line: Comments on 1915(c)(11) Waiver Option)

Closed captioning and ASL interpretation will be available.

We encourage anyone interested to learn more and participate if it feels right for you.

For additional updates and resources, please visit:

www.communitybridgesnh.org

ABD Waiver Renewal – Listening Sessions

Share Your Input: ABD Waiver Renewal

Community partners across New Hampshire are preparing for the renewal of the Acquired Brain Disorder (ABD) Medicaid Waiver, which supports individuals with brain injuries to live and participate in their communities.

As part of this process, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services is hosting a series of listening sessions to gather feedback from individuals, families, providers, and community members.

These sessions are an opportunity to:

Share experiences with current services
Identify gaps or challenges
Help shape the future of ABD waiver supports in New Hampshire

Input from those directly impacted plays an important role in ensuring services remain responsive, effective, and aligned with community needs.

We encourage anyone interested to participate and share their perspective.

Dates, times, and registration details are available at https://www.communitybridgesnh.org/call-to-action

Looking Ahead

NH Gives 2026

NH Gives is right around the corner (June 9–10), and this year, Community Bridges is raising funds to support our Family Grants initiative.

Family Grants are designed to help individuals and families access items or opportunities that support daily living, independence, and community connection—needs that often fall outside traditional funding sources.

We are currently in the process of building this program, and Family Grants are not yet available. Funds raised through NH Gives will help make this resource available in the future.

Our goal is to raise $3,000, with support from our Board of Directors, helping to build momentum through a matching gift.

For more details, including how you can get involved, visit https://www.nhgives.org/organization/Community-Bridges.

Thank You

Earth Day Spring Fling
Thank You

Thank You for Celebrating with Us

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Earth Day Spring Fling!

Hosted by our Community Choices team, the event brought people together for refreshments, activities, and a creative wall garden filled with handcrafted paper plants.

It was a wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate the season, and enjoy time together in community.

Thank You: Calendar Fundraiser

Thank You for Supporting Our Calendar Fundraiser

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s Calendar Fundraiser—whether you purchased a calendar, helped spread the word, or supported one of our teams.

Because of your generosity and enthusiasm, this effort helped raise funds to support individuals and families connected to Community Bridges.

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