JUNE 2019
The Upper Room is your local go-to place
for individual and family support, education and resources.

The Upper Room is a non-profit Family Resource Center located in Derry, NH. We offer programs
for individuals, parents, teens and young adults. Our staff, volunteers and board members are committed to improving people's lives and encourage your participation and referrals.
Support for Parents & Family Caregivers

Raising Families - June Workshops

1-2-3 Magic and More Concepts (three-day workshop)
June 3, 10 and 17 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm
This three-session series will provide proven strategies to help overcome the stress of parenting your toddler through pre-teen. $45

Drugs & Alcohol and Your Choice (one-day workshop)
June 24 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm
This workshop is for teens and/or parents interested in finding out more about the consequences of using over-the-counter and prescription drugs, alcohol and marijuana and how these impact the brain and body.

To register, call ext. 22
Raising a Teenager?
UR Parents Group - Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Upper Room
Join this free weekly resource group for parents, grandparents and caregivers raising teens. Discuss your concerns, learn strategies and get support. Drop-ins welcome.
New time starting in July: 6-7 pm .
Have Fun with the Kids
CONNECT at The Derry Public Library
Friday June 21, 12:30 - 1:30 pm
(Every 3rd Friday)
June Theme: Fun with Play Dough
Parents and caregivers with your children ages 0-6, please join us for family fun. Story, craft, snack, music, resources and giveaways.

No preregistration needed. FREE TO DROP-IN
CONNECT events are brought to you in partnership with The Derry Public Library.
Support for Teens & Young Adults
EVOLVE!
Group for girls ages: 13-18
Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm
at The Upper Room
Join this free weekly group for teen girls ages 13 to 18 to talk about today's challenges and share ideas. To register, call ext. 16. 
TRANSITIONS
Support for Young Adults ages (18-25)
at The Upper Room Are you a young adult who has questions about work, substances, relationships, mental health or life. For a confidential appointment, call ext. 24.
TIPS - Teen Information for Parenting Success
for ages 13-23
Wednesdays 5:00 - 7:00 pm at The Upper Room
A weekly support program for young parents ages 13 to 23.
Talk, listen, learn and be accepted. Childcare available.

To register, call ext. 12.
Vaping Deterrent Workshop - for Teens
Thursday, June 6 from 2:30 - 4:00 pm
at The Upper Room (walking distance to Pinkerton)
This workshop will show teens the dangers of vaping and how to break the habit and replace it with healthier options. Participants will gain strength by being with other people also trying to quit. Cost: $25.
To sign up, call ext. 15

Note: This is the last vaping workshop for the 2018/19 school year.
Want to Learn How to Help Others?
Young Adult Prevention Training at The Upper Room
June 18 and 19
This two-day training will help young adults to better understand the warning signs for suicide, substance misuse and mental health concerns so that they can help others find treatment and recovery options.

To sign up, call ext. 24
HiSET Graduation - June 7, 2019
The Upper Room offers HiSET (high school equivalency) prep classes throughout the school year that prepare teens and young adults for the HiSET exam. Each year, we celebrate our graduating students and their accomplishments with a ceremony and brunch.
In the Community
Visit the Community Table
Derry Farm & Artisan Market
Wednesdays, 3-7 pm (June, July & August)
Downtown Derry, NH
During the summer months, The Upper Room will be alternating monthly with other community and humanitarian organizations.
Ways to Help
Save the Date!
NH Gives - 24 Hours of Giving is June 11-12
The 24 hours goes from 6:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

We are proud to be one of the many NH non-profits that you can support.
To give, please save and follow this link
Want White Teeth in Time for Summer?
Now through to the end of June
Vanguard Dental Group is donating 100% of the proceeds of their take home whitening system ($220) to charity.
50% of the proceeds will be given to the Upper Room
and 50% will go to the Smiles for Life Foundation
Call to schedule today! 603-276-1000
Vanguard Dental Group, 19 D Manchester Rd, Derry, NH
If you are a parent or primary caregiver of a child younger than 7 years old, we invite you to participate in one of our research focus groups to help us better understand what services parents of young children are using, what their experiences are like, and how experiences can be improved for New Hampshire children and families.

  • You must be 18 or older to participate.
  • You must have a child younger than 7 years old to participate.
  • Each person will receive $100 for their participation in the focus group.
  • The services you use will not be affected by your participation in this focus group
Locations and Dates
The Upper Room - Derry
Fri, June 21, 12- 2 pm

Other locations and dates include:
Claremont: Mon., June 3, 5-7 pm
Keene: Tues., June 4, 1-3 pm
Nashua: Tues., June 4, 5:30-7:30 pm
Conway: Wed., June 5, 5-7 pm
Laconia: Thurs., June 6, 1-3 pm
Tilton: Thurs., June 6, 5-7 pm
Concord: Thurs., June 13, 5:30-7:30 pm
Somersworth: Mon., June 17, 1-3 pm
Whitefield: Tues., June 18, 1-3 pm
Littleton: Wed., June 19, 5-7 pm
Manchester: date/time to be determined
Rochester: date/time to be determined
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