MAY 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 teens is hard work!
UR Parents Meets 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.
Is your child throwing tantrums?
1-2-3 Magic and More Concepts
June 3, 10 and 17 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm
at The Upper Room

This three-session series will provide proven strategies to help overcome the stress of parenting your toddler through pre-teen. $45
To register, call x22.
Do you take care of a child during the day?
CONNECT at The Derry Public Library
Friday May 17, 12:30 - 1:30 pm

Parents and caregivers with your children ages 0-6, please join us for family fun with a May garden theme.
Story, craft, snack, music, resources and giveaways.
No preregistration needed. FREE TO DROP-IN

CONNECT events are every third Friday in partnership with The Upper Room and The Derry Public Library.
Teens and Young Adults
EVOLVE! - 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 - ages: 18-25
at The Upper Room

Strategies for young adults who have questions about work, substances, relationships, mental health or life. Get support, answers and guidance. For an appointment, call x 24.
Are you a young parent?
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.
Ready to stop?
Vaping Deterrent Workshop - for Teens
Thursday, May 2 from 2:30 - 4:00 pm
at The Upper Room

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
Also will be held June 6.
Do you need to talk?
Mindful Mondays at The Grind - Derry
2:30 - 4:00 pm

Young adults, join us for a free cup of coffee and conversation. No registration necessary. Drop-in.
Workshops for Educators
Attention Early Childhood Educators
Workshop: Difficult Conversations - How to talk to Parents about their Children  
May 7 6:30- 8:30 pm
at Woodbury Middle School, 206 Main Street, Salem, NH
May Awareness Campaigns
Like and follow us on Facebook for Upper Room resources, tips and daily information. Find us at Facebook.com/URTeachers
Mental Health Awareness
Get help for yourself or the people you love. End the stigma. #WhyCare
Older Americans Month
Reach out to older adults in your community. #OAM2019
Community Support
Whiten Your Smile
and Help a Child!
Now through 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
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