Recipient of the Greater Nashua Mental Health Center Leadership Award 2012

H.E.A.R.T.S. (Hope, Empowerment, Advocacy, Recovery, Towards, Support)

Peer Support Center and Crisis Respite Center of Greater Nashua Region VIP.O. Box 1564

5 Pine Street Extension, Suite 1GNashua, NH 03060

An Adult Educational and Wellness CenterPhone (603) 882-8400

Fax (603) 882-8700

The Members’ Monthly NewsletterHours: 8am – 4pm Monday-Friday and Saturday 8 am – 12 pm

Rides available to and from center Monday-FridayE-Mail kenl-hearts@comcast.net E-Mail tomd-hearts@comcast.net

Web Site www.heartspsa.org

H.E.A.R.T.S. Warm Line is available seven nights a week

5 pm to 10 pm

Front of Center & Member

H.E.A.R.T.S. NEWSLETTER AND SCHEDULE FOR JULY 2018

1-800-306-4334Get free help now: Text CONNECT to 741741 in the United States.

New Hampshire Suicide Hotline 1-800-852-3388 (NH only) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 (press 1 for Veterans)

New Hampshire Statewide Addiction Crisis Line 1-844-711-4357New Hampshire Community Resources (dial) 211

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H.E.A.R.T.S. Mission Statement

Our mission, as peers, is to support one another as people who are challenged by the daily effects of living with, coping with, and recovering from mental health issues. Everyone will be encouraged to develop relationships that will enable and empower each other’s worldview. In addition, our aim is to develop greater awareness of personal and relational patterns, to support and challenge each other through peer support, self-advocacy, empowerment, and education. Our ultimate goal is to achieve recovery and ongoing wellness.

WHAT’S INSIDE!

H.E.A.R.T.S. and Warm Line Information----------------------------------------------------Mission Statement, What’s Inside and H.E.A.R.T.S. Board of Directors-----------------Members’ Corner----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Free Activities in Your Neighborhood----------------------------------------------------------Educational Group and Consumer Information------------------------------------------------Consumer Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------------Consumer Information and Senior Centers Information--------------------------------------Peer Crisis Respite Centers in New Hampshire------------------------------------------------Monthly Schedules, daily groups, activities ---------------------------------------------------Monthly Schedules, daily groups, activities ---------------------------------------------------

A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. He does not set out to be a leader, but becomes one by the quality of his actions and the integrity of his intent.

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H.E.A.R.T.S. Board of Directors Executive Committee: Directors: Members’ Representative: Tim Lopez: President Sue Jordan Nick Perricone Stacie Laughton: Vice President Christine Graham Claire Peddle: Treasurer Scott Wellman Leanne Enos: Secretary Pat Worsley

The Board of Directors meets the third Wednesday of the month, from 5:00 PM-6:30 PM. This is your opportunity to have a voice in your center. You can also serve on the board!

While the Board of Directors is your voice in your center the Consumer Council is your voice to the State. The Consumer Council meets every third Tuesday of the month in Concord from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM.

Transportation will be provided. Please see staff to sign up to attend.For those of you those are unable to attend the Council meeting in person the council starting a conference

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Members Corner

I love the fourth of July the colors of red, white and blue, watching the fireworks is fun to do. All the bright colors and lights are great and there’s lots of excitement for both young and old… Each 4th of July there’s a memory to behold.Independence Day is a symbol in my heart, I admire the fact that our country is free and we can’t and we can’t ignore the history that made it start, if not for Independence Day where would we be?Written By; Luann E.

My 4th of July memories always take me back to my childhood, when both sides of my family’s got together in Wakefield, MA. Back then (just 2 or 3 years) families lived within a bikes ride of each other. The city of Wakefield put together a 4th of July holiday you had to take part of to believe. It was held at the fairgrounds next to the manmade Crystal Lake. There were fireworks, different types of entertainment throughout the day. There were outdoor fire places and picnic tables everywhere. There were so many people that attended; there was even a Red Cross tent set up just in case of an emergency. There were so many of my family there it was like a family gathering. Tom D.

I remember my first Fourth of July here in Nashua. My mom, my sister and my cousin and I went to Holman Stadium to the fireworks.Then we saw the Spartans Marching Band too.Written By: Lisa Collado

Sparkles By: Mary Barabos

Playing in the park at the age of seven my sister and me looking up to the heavens.Guess what happens, to our surprise, lights sparkle in all directions and rise!Next our eyes see colors galore! Had to stretch our heads so high up, almost hit the floor. Along with these were bangs loud to our ears. Everything was exciting, no need for fears!We didn’t even want to take a break to eat. Our parents said we

When I was younger, my dad and I would ride our bikes to the parade.We would watch the Merrimack parade. I would love it when band would march by, I couldn’t wait till I was in the band. Then we would go home and play games until it was time to watch the fireworks. We’d get eaten alive by the bugs waiting for the fireworks. My dad

I like going to cookouts with my aunt for the Fourth ofJuly, then we go to see fireworks.Written By: Jamie Coombs

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March Trivia Questions All answers found in monthly Schedule (last 2 pages)

Name the largest freshwater lake in the world? (Answer 1) Which is the only American state to begin with the letter 'p'? (Answer 2) Which cartoon dog has the initials "S.D." on his collar? (Answer 3) What is the unit of currency in India? (Answer 4)

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FREE ACTIVITIES IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOODNashua Public Library

Summer Concert on the Plaza: Criollo ClasicoJuly 5, 2018 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMBring a lawn chair or a blanket, pack a picnic basket, and chill out to music on the library lawn this summer on Thursdays at 7 pm. Summer Concerts on the Plaza are held in the library’s Chandler Memorial Wing if it rains. Sponsored by the Friends of the Libraryand the Bloomfeld Trust.This contemporary Latin trio has played twice to standing ovations at the library. It features guitarist, composer, and virtuoso cuatro player Jose Gonzalez along with his sons, Ahmed on flute and guitar and Rene on bass and Latin percussionLOCATION: Library Plaza

Bach's Lunch Concert: Mezzo-Soprano Danute MileikaJuly 11, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMDanute Mileika has performed in New York at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall and in Boston at Symphony Hall, Jordan Hall, and on WGBH radio. Major roles include Ulrica in “Un Ballo in Maschera,” Amneris in “Aida,” Adalgisa in “Norma,” and Lola in “Cavalleria Rusticana.” She will be accompanied by Tanya Shrago. Sponsored by the Ira F. Harris Trust Fund, the Moses Hunt Trust Fund, the Zylonis Fund, and the Nashua Public Library. Not appropriate for children under 5.LOCATION: Chandler Memorial Wing

Summer Concert on the Plaza: Bullock Brothers GospelJuly 12, 2018 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMBring a lawn chair or a blanket, pack a picnic basket, and chill out to music on the library lawn this summer on Thursdays at 7 pm. Summer Concerts on the Plaza are held in the library’s Chandler Memorial Wing if it rains. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Bloomfeld Trust.Reverends Richard and George Bullock perform uplifting, powerful gospel music in a tradition passed to them by their father, “Singing Walter.” Now they are joined on stage by their own sons.LOCATION: Library Plaza

Bach's Lunch Concert: North Winds Family ConcertJuly 18, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMYou’re welcome to bring the whole family to this concert to hear a consort of recorders, “the lonely fipple,” and other woodwinds including unusual instruments like an alto flute, English horn, bass clarinet, and contrabassoon. Sponsored by the Ira F. Harris Trust Fund, the Moses Hunt Trust Fund, and the Nashua Public Library.LOCATION: Chandler Memorial Wing

Summer Concert on the Plaza: Singer/Songwriter Jay PsarosJuly 19, 2018 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMBring a lawn chair or a blanket, pack a picnic basket, and chill out to music on the library lawn this summer on Thursdays at 7 pm. Summer Concerts on the Plaza are held in the library’s Chandler Memorial Wing if it rains. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Bloomfeld Trust.Boston-based singer/songwriter Jay Psaros’s songs range from mellow crooners to roots rockers. Come find out why he’s been called a “storyteller of precision,” a “master guitar player,” and a musical “painter of beautiful, rolling images.”LOCATION: Library Plaza

Bach's Lunch Concert: Bloom/Leighton Flute and Guitar DuoJuly 25, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMBoston-based Peter H. Bloom and Mark Leighton perform chamber music from the salons of Vienna, Paris, and Sao Paulo, including the spectacular Grand Duo for Flute and Guitar by Mauro Giuliani and Prelude No. 1 by Heitor Villa-Lobos. Sponsored by the Ira F. Harris Trust Fund, the Moses Hunt Trust Fund, the Zylonis Fund, and the Nashua Public Library. Not appropriate for children under 5.LOCATION: Chandler Memorial Wing

Members Corner

Sparkles By: Mary Barabos

Playing in the park at the age of seven my sister and me looking up to the heavens.Guess what happens, to our surprise, lights sparkle in all directions and rise!Next our eyes see colors galore! Had to stretch our heads so high up, almost hit the floor. Along with these were bangs loud to our ears. Everything was exciting, no need for fears!We didn’t even want to take a break to eat. Our parents said we

When I was younger, my dad and I would ride our bikes to the parade.We would watch the Merrimack parade. I would love it when band would march by, I couldn’t wait till I was in the band. Then we would go home and play games until it was time to watch the fireworks. We’d get eaten alive by the bugs waiting for the fireworks. My dad

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CONSUMER SUPPORT Peer Support

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) provides hope, help, support, and education to improve the lives of people who have mood disorders.

NAMI CONNECTIONS is a free peer to peer facilitated support group for people living with mental illness. NAMI NH CONNECTION meets bi-weekly for 90 minutes, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm following a flexible structure without an educational format. Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Located at the John Mason Institute 20 Trafalagar Square, Suite 110 Conference Room, Nashua NH for more information contacts Tricia (978)204-2442 or Vicky (603) 552-3310. Family Peer SupportNAMI Nashua meets every second Tuesday and fourth Tuesday of the month at St. Joseph School of Nursing in the Academic Building, Kinsley Street, Classroom A on the third floor. Contact Information: Norma or Scott 603-882-6771, Pam 603-888-6219 or by e-mail.

Consumers Voice to the StateConsumer Council Meets monthly to discuss issues pertaining to Mental Wellness in the state of New Hampshire. Consumer Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am, 105 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH. Continental breakfast is served. Consumer participation is encouraged. H.E.A.R.T.S. van provides transportation to and from Consumer Council. Van leaves at 9 am from H.E.A.R.T.S. and returns at about 1:00 pm.

Mental Health OrganizationsNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI NH) 85 North State Streets, Concord, NH 03301 Phone 603-225-5359, E-Mail info@naminh.org A grassroots organization of families, consumers, professionals and other members is dedicated to improving the quality of life of persons of all ages affected by mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders through education, support and advocacy.The Connect Program: Training Professionals and Communities in Suicide Prevention and Response including Surviving Suicide Loss, Grief Support Groups, Telling Your Own Story, Attempt Survivors and many more supports. Connect is a nationally designated Best Practice Program developed by NAMI–NH contact information, www.naminh.org, 603.225.5359 or 1.800.242.6264.

Shelters and Food Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter, 2 Quincy Street, Nashua, NHThe Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter (NSKS) is dedicated to providing shelter and food to that in need. The overall objective of the agency is to advocate, create, and operate programs and services that promote dignity and

FREE ACTIVITIES IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOODNashua Public Library

Summer Concert on the Plaza: Criollo ClasicoJuly 5, 2018 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMBring a lawn chair or a blanket, pack a picnic basket, and chill out to music on the library lawn this summer on Thursdays at 7 pm. Summer Concerts on the Plaza are held in the library’s Chandler Memorial Wing if it rains. Sponsored by the Friends of the Libraryand the Bloomfeld Trust.This contemporary Latin trio has played twice to standing ovations at the library. It features guitarist, composer, and virtuoso cuatro player Jose Gonzalez along with his sons, Ahmed on flute and guitar and Rene on bass and Latin percussionLOCATION: Library Plaza

Bach's Lunch Concert: Mezzo-Soprano Danute MileikaJuly 11, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMDanute Mileika has performed in New York at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall and in Boston at Symphony Hall, Jordan Hall, and on WGBH radio. Major roles include Ulrica in “Un Ballo in Maschera,” Amneris in “Aida,” Adalgisa in “Norma,” and Lola in “Cavalleria Rusticana.” She will be accompanied by Tanya Shrago. Sponsored by the Ira F. Harris Trust Fund, the Moses Hunt Trust Fund, the Zylonis Fund, and the Nashua Public Library. Not appropriate for children under 5.LOCATION: Chandler Memorial Wing

Summer Concert on the Plaza: Bullock Brothers GospelJuly 12, 2018 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMBring a lawn chair or a blanket, pack a picnic basket, and chill out to music on the library lawn this summer on Thursdays at 7 pm. Summer Concerts on the Plaza are held in the library’s Chandler Memorial Wing if it rains. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Bloomfeld Trust.Reverends Richard and George Bullock perform uplifting, powerful gospel music in a tradition passed to them by their father, “Singing Walter.” Now they are joined on stage by their own sons.LOCATION: Library Plaza

Bach's Lunch Concert: North Winds Family ConcertJuly 18, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMYou’re welcome to bring the whole family to this concert to hear a consort of recorders, “the lonely fipple,” and other woodwinds including unusual instruments like an alto flute, English horn, bass clarinet, and contrabassoon. Sponsored by the Ira F. Harris Trust Fund, the Moses Hunt Trust Fund, and the Nashua Public Library.LOCATION: Chandler Memorial Wing

Summer Concert on the Plaza: Singer/Songwriter Jay PsarosJuly 19, 2018 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMBring a lawn chair or a blanket, pack a picnic basket, and chill out to music on the library lawn this summer on Thursdays at 7 pm. Summer Concerts on the Plaza are held in the library’s Chandler Memorial Wing if it rains. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Bloomfeld Trust.Boston-based singer/songwriter Jay Psaros’s songs range from mellow crooners to roots rockers. Come find out why he’s been called a “storyteller of precision,” a “master guitar player,” and a musical “painter of beautiful, rolling images.”LOCATION: Library Plaza

Bach's Lunch Concert: Bloom/Leighton Flute and Guitar DuoJuly 25, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMBoston-based Peter H. Bloom and Mark Leighton perform chamber music from the salons of Vienna, Paris, and Sao Paulo, including the spectacular Grand Duo for Flute and Guitar by Mauro Giuliani and Prelude No. 1 by Heitor Villa-Lobos. Sponsored by the Ira F. Harris Trust Fund, the Moses Hunt Trust Fund, the Zylonis Fund, and the Nashua Public Library. Not appropriate for children under 5.LOCATION: Chandler Memorial Wing

EDUCATIONAL GROUPNashua Public Library

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self-sufficiency for those we serve. To ensure that basic needs are addressed, the NSKS is committed to joining with others in a community-wide ethic of caring. Please call for information on their shelters. (603) 889-7770

Southern NH Rescue Mission (Spiritual based shelter) located at 40 Chestnut Street, Nashua, NH. 03060 (603) 889-3421 (noon meal)

Harbor Homes Emergency Shelter 14 Maple St, Nashua, NH 03060 (603) 882-5451 -5-

CONSUMER SUPPORT CONTINUEDMedical, Medication and Psychiatric Care

The Harbor Care Health and Wellness Center offers primary and preventive health Dental, Eye Glasses, Psychiatric Care, Therapy and Case Management. Please check with Harbor Care health and Wellness Center for any new programs and insurances they may have added on.

Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, 8 Prospect Streets, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-577-2000

St. Joseph’s Hospital, 172 Kinsley Street, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-595-2000

Parkland Medical Center, 1 Parkland Drive, Derry, New Hampshire (603) 432-1500

Dartmouth Hitchcock, 2300 Southwood Drive, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-595-4000 (Urgent Care)

Lamprey Health Care, 22 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH 03060, (603) 883-1626 most programs have eligibility requirements based on your income, family size, and ability to pay. Lamprey Health Care is to provide high quality primary medical care and health related services with an emphasis on and to all Individual lifestyle management.

Greater Nashua Mental Health Center at Community Council is dedicated to helpingfamilies and individuals of all ages reach their full potential by providing state-of-the-art, evidence-based care that focuses on recovery. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment that places a high value on every person who comes through our doors.

We believe that by respecting people as they are, we can help them to become all that they wish to be. GNMHC is located at 7 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH 03060. (603) 889-6147.

Financial Support

Rental/Utilities Assistance: The Front Door 603-886-2866 Corpus Christi 603-598-1641 Southern NH Services 603-889-3440 City Welfare 603-589-4555 Catholic Charities 603-889-6431

Senior Centers in our region

Hudson Council on Aging, Town Hall of Hudson, 12 School Street, (603) 886-6000Merrimack Senior Citizens Club, John O’Leary Adult Center, 4 Church St, Merrimack, NH, Contact: Irene Jennies (603) 424-2362

70 Temple Street, Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM, Thurs. open till 8PM Contact Eileen Gormley (603) 816-2642.

Milford Area Senior Center Seniors meet every Friday at the Wadleigh Memorial Library (Keyes room) is Game Day for the Milford

Area Seniors 10:00am - 12:00pm, 49 Nashua Street, Milford, NH. Brookline Senior Center The seniors also meet 2nd and 4th Tuesday’s of the month, 10 am - 2 pm. Brookline Senior Center, Brusch Hall, 36 Main Street, Brookline, NH

State Committee on Aging (SCOA) identifying concerns of older citizens and make recommendations to the Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services (BEAS) regarding policy and procedures to protect the wellbeing, rights and quality of life of older citizens. This committee meets the first Monday of each month for additional information contact (603) 271-9203. -6-

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H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Crisis Respite Center is an alternative to hospitalization. If a Consumer feels unsafe at home, but does not feel the need for hospitalization, or does not qualify for hospitalization Peer Crisis Respite can be a better option. Our Crisis Respite Center is a two bedroom apartment and is Handicap Accessible. Our Peer Crisis Respite is staffed by Consumers with lived experience, trained in the model of Intentional Peer Support, WRAP, and Trauma informed Crisis Respite. Peer staff is available to support guests twenty four hours a day seven days a week. The only requirement is we ask our guests to be able to take their own medication, and cook and clean up after themselves. Guests can stay from one to seven days, with only one stay in a thirty day period. Guests will be offered positive reinforcing discussions along with goal setting. You are encouraged to write a WRAP®, Daily Maintenance Plan for yourself. Through a private entrance guests have the opportunity to take part in our peer support center’s discussions and to socialize with other peers. You are able to come and go about your life each day; we just ask that you communicate with us when you are leaving and when you will return. There is no cost to stay in the Peer Crisis Respite Center. We have transportation available to quests.

RESPITE CENTER’S IN NEW HAMPSHIRE

The Stepping Stone Peer Support

and Respite Center 108 Pleasant Street

Claremont, NH 03743Crisis Respite: (888) 582-0920 or (603)

543-1388

Monadnock Area Peer Support Agency

4 Beaver StreetKeene, NH 03431

Telephone: (603) 352-5093or (866) 352-5093

H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center and

Peer Crisis Respite Center5 Pine Street Extension

Suite 1GNashua, New Hampshire

Conway Peer Support Center

6 Main StreetConway, NH 03818

Telephone: (603) 447-1765

H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center Groups/Activities Schedule for July Page 1 of ScheduleMONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

2 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am Weekend Discussion

10:15 WRAP® ®Plan for Center

12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning

Newsletter Discussion group1:15 pm IPS® Discussion

3 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: What does Personal Responsibility mean?

12:30 pmWomen’s Group/Men’s Group

1:15 pm IPS®Discussion: What does Connection mean in IPS®?

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HOLIDAY

5 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP© Group: What does Personal Responsibility mean in relation to WRAP®?

1:15 pmIPS® Discussion: How do you make a Connection?

6 8:30 Check-in

10:30 am Arts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day

Noon Meal

12:30 PM BINGO!

2:15 pm WeekendPlanning

7 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 amClean-up

9 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am Weekend Discussion

10:15 WRAP® ®Plan for Center

12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning

1:15 pm IPS® Discussion: What does Worldview mean in IPS®?

10 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: What does Education refer to in WRAP®?

12:30 pmWomen’s Group/Men’s Group

1:15 pm IPS®Discussion: What is your Worldview?

11 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: Do you use Education in your life and how?

11:15 amNutrition Class/Cooking

1:15 pm IPS®Discussion: Define the word Mutuality (dictionary)?

12 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: What is Self-Advocacy?

1:15 pmIPS® Discussion: How does IPS® use Mutuality?

13 8:30 Check-in

10:30 am Arts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day

11:00 am Member’s Meeting

Noon Meal

2:15 pmWeekend Planning

14 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 amClean-up

16 8:30 Check-in10:15 am Weekend Discussion

10:15 WRAP® Plan for Center

12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning

1:15 pm IPS®Discussion: How does IPS® define Moving Towards?

17 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: How would you use Self-Advocacy in your life?

12:30 pmWomen’s Group/Men’s Group

1:15 pm IPS®Discussion: Do you use Moving Towards in your life?

18 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: What is the definition of Support (dictionary)?

11:15 amNutrition Class/Cooking

1:15 pmIPS® Discussion: The 1st value of IPS®

19 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: What is WRAP®’s definition of Support?

1:15 pmIPS® Discussion: The 2nd value of IPS®

20 8:30 Check-in

10:30 am Arts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day

Noon Meal

2:15 pmWeekend Planning

21 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 amClean-up

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H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center Groups/Activities Schedule for July Page 2 of Schedule

23 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am Weekend Discussion

10:15 WRAP® Plan for Center

12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning

2:00 pm IPS® Discussion: The 3rd value of IPS®

24 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: The 1st Value & Ethic

12:30 pm Women’s Group/Men’s Group

2:00 pm IPS®Discussion: The 4th value of IPS®

25 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: The 2nd Value & Ethic

11:15 amNutrition Class/Cooking

1:15 pm IPS® Discussion: The 5th

value of IPS®

26 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: The 3rd Value & Ethic

12:30 pmConfidentiality

1:15 pm IPS® Discussion: The 6th value of IPS®

27 8:30 Check-in

10:30 am Arts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day

Noon Meal

2:15 pmWeekend Planning

1:15 pm IPS® Discussion: The 7th value of IPS®

28 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 amClean-up

30 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am Weekend Discussion

10:15 WRAP® Plan for Center

12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning

12:45 pm-1:30 pmAdult Learning

1:15 pm IPS® Discussion: The 8th value of IPS®

31 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am WRAP® Group: The 4th Value & Ethic

12:30 pmWomen’s Group/Men’s Group

1:15 pm IPS® Discussion: The 9th value of IPS®

Let's enjoy this 4th of July by eating foods that would terrify our forefathers!

Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.

The American Flag colors;

Red is for victory white is for purity blue is for loyalty USA where courage n’ Fortitude is the Norm!

Volunteer at your local animal shelter!

Hudson Animal Shelter1 Constitution DriveJana McMillan603-889-7387

Humane Society for Greater Nashua24 Ferry Road603-889-2275

Beginning Thursday, March 29th from 10:30am-12:00pm

Every Thursday for 8 weeks

When the initial battles in the Revolutionary War broke out in April 1775, few colonists desired complete independence from Great Britain, and those who did were considered radical.By the middle of the following year, however, many more colonists had come to favor independence, thanks to growing hostility against Britain and the spread of revolutionary sentiments such as those expressed in the bestselling pamphlet “Common Sense,” published by Thomas Paine in early 1776.On June 7, when the Continental Congress met at the Pennsylvania State House (later Independence Hall) in Philadelphia, the Virginia delegate Richard Henry Lee introduced a motion calling for the colonies’ independence.Amid heated debate, Congress postponed the vote on Lee’s resolution, but appointed a five-man committee—including Thomas Jefferson of Virginia, John Adams of Massachusetts, Roger Sherman of Connecticut, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Robert R. Livingston of New York—to draft a formal statement justifying the break with Great Britain.

Did you know; John Adams believed that July 2nd was the correct date on which to celebrate the birth of American independence, and would reportedly turn down invitations to appear at July 4th events in protest. Adams and Thomas Jefferson both died on July 4, 1826—the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

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