General Information The Northwood Human Services Office provides assistance to qualified individuals for basic living needs in accordance with NH RSA 165 and the Town of Northwood General Assistance Guidelines and Basic Needs Policy. The Town of Northwood Human Services Guidelines were established to ensure that those residents who have a need for financial assistance can obtain funding from the Town in an appropriate manner. The objective is to provide assistance to those who qualify and to assist them in obtaining long-term financial security through other available resources.
Office HoursOffice hours are variable. Please call to schedule an appointment.
Contact InformationHuman Services Director
Susan Holden
Human Services Department
818 First New Hampshire Turnpike
Northwood, NH. 03261
(603) 942-5586 x208
(603) 942-9107 Fax
sholden@northwoodnh.org
Forms & Applications
Human Services Department forms and applications may be found in the Documents & Forms area of the web site. Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the difference between State and Local Welfare?
State Welfare: The NH Department of Health and Human Services is a State Welfare program that includes Food Stamps, FANF/FAP (Financial Assistance for Needy Families/Financial Assistance Program), Medicaid, APTD (Aid for the Permanent and Totally Disabled), Title XX (Child Care), OAA (Old Age Assistance), etc. If you live in Rockingham County, you may call the Portsmouth District Office at (603) 433-8300 to find out if you are eligible for any of these programs.
Local Welfare: Every city and town in New Hampshire has a local welfare office where an individual may apply for emergency assistance in compliance with RSA 165.
What is Fuel Assistance (FAP) and how do I apply for it?
The Community Action Program provides income eligible households with assistance in paying home energy bills (oil, kerosene, natural gas, propane, wood, electricity, and/or coal) during the winter heating season. FAP (Fuel Assistance Program) prioritizes households with at least one member who is elderly, disabled and/or a child under age 6. Eligibility is based on household size, household income, and annual home energy costs. Homeowners and renters (including renters with heat included) may be eligible for FAP. If you live in Rockingham County you may contact Rockingham Community Action Program at (800) 639-3896 or (603) 436-3896.
Are there food pantries in the area?
Yes, the Town of Northwood has its own Food Pantry located here at the Town Hall. You may call (603) 942-8912 Monday - Friday to schedule an appointment.
How can I apply for Public Housing and Section 8?
For information about HUD Section 8 low-income housing please contact the NH Housing Finance Authority at (800) 439-7247.
How can I contact the homeless shelters in the area?
The Homeless Hotline, operated by the Community Services Council of New Hampshire, provides New Hampshire’s homeless with live voice assistance from trained information and referral specialists. These specialists help homeless persons locate emergency shelter during periods of crisis and assist persons already being served in shelters, to find and locate services within the community. The Homeless Hotline provides assistance in locating emergency shelter; help for families facing eviction; aid in finding help for housing, financial assistance, transportation, utilities, food, fuel or other crisis circumstances; Referrals to local and state welfare departments; Referrals to security deposit loan programs; Referrals to other social service agencies and Referrals to housing assistance programs or other permanent housing service. You may contact the Homeless Hotline at (800) 852-3388 for further information or emergency needs. |
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