A note from the office:
We would like to welcome two new staff members to New American Services, Elaine and Christina! Please stay tuned to learn more about them . . . they're truly fabulous additions to our team.
We also have some major apartment set-ups in the near future. NAS is looking to get our hands on any extra couches, beds (box springs/mattresses) and other basic household furniture to place in new apartments for refugee clients. Call Abby at 603.224.8111 if you're interested in donating- we pick up if you're in the Concord area!
New (or new to you) resource links:
Twitter, twitter, twitter- keep up to date by the minute with our tweets!
H1N1 information- make sure to check out the sidebar on the right of the screen.
The Laconia Daily Sun just featured an article about Bhutanese refugee families resettling in NH!
Refugee Parents in Their Own Words: a BRYCS list of helpful resources.
Documentary that "explores the journey of resettlement with a small group of Kunama refugees from Eritrea and how they reestablish their sense of community in their new home in America."
Children of Immigrants: National and State Characteristics
Donations:
New American Services is in need of personal care products to stock our donations closet. We would like to be able to store extra supplies, not only for our new arrivals, but for our clients who are struggling with finances during these tough economic times. If you're interested in donating, please see the list below:
Shampoo
Bar soap
Toilet paper
Clothing detergent
As always, feel free to call Abby at 603.224.8111 or email her at astoutimore@lssne.org with any questions regarding donations and/or volunteering opportunities.
Thank you for your continued support!!!
