Child Care Aware Of New Hampshire

Welcome to NH Connections, your trusted source for child care, early learning, and afterschool resources in New Hampshire. We are a division of the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), serving as the lead agency for the US DHHS Child Care and Development Block Grant. Our mission is to provide reliable information, resources, and referrals to families, providers, and communities to support the well-being and development of children.

Program Marketing Materials

To help us spread the word about our services and initiatives, we offer a variety of marketing materials for partners and stakeholders. These resources include brochures, flyers, posters, and digital assets that highlight the importance of quality child care, the benefits of early learning, and the support available through NH Connections.

Policies & Guidelines

To ensure the safety, well-being, and development of children in our care, we adhere to strict policies and guidelines. Our Complaint Policy outlines the process for reporting and addressing concerns related to our programs and services. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the personal information of our users. We also provide guidelines for submissions, such as articles, resources, and events, to ensure they align with our mission and values.

Families: Overview

At NH Connections, we understand the challenges of finding quality child care and early learning programs for your children. That's why we offer a range of services and resources tailored to the needs of families. Our NH Child Care Search Portal is a user-friendly tool that allows you to search for child care providers, learn about quality care and child development, and access information on choosing quality child care and helping children grow. We also provide information on child care licensing, types of child care, NH camps, and resources for families, such as the NH Child Care Scholarship, emergency planning, and family resource centers.

Providers: Overview

As a provider, you play a critical role in the lives of children and families. At NH Connections, we offer a variety of services and resources to help you increase program quality and teacher competence. Our professional development opportunities, such as the NH Early Childhood and Afterschool Credentialing System, NH Early Learning Standards, Health and Safety Standards, Child Care Licensing, Child Development, NHCIS Professional Registry, T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood NH, and community member resources, can help you stay up-to-date on best practices and enhance your skills. We also provide access to training opportunities, such as health, safety, and wellness topics, to help you meet the needs of the children in your care.

Communities: Overview

At NH Connections, we recognize the importance of engaging and supporting local communities. That's why we offer a range of resources for community members, including access to data and reports, advocacy information, and child care desert maps. Our resources help inform planning decisions and policies and can be shared with other community members and stakeholders.