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Seniors Count NH
Seniors Count is a citywide collaborative community initiative involving many organizations partnering together to raise awareness, leverage resources and coordinate services for the at-risk elderly members of Hillsborough County.NH Healthcare Association
NHHCA is the largest long-term care organization in NH, representing more than 90 licensed nursing facilities, assisted living residences and residential care facilities. One of their missions is too help folks make informed decisions in care options for themselves or their loved one.The NHHCA is a strong and vocal advocate for quality long term care on behalf of their member facilities & employees, and their residents and their resident’s families.
ServiceLink
ServiceLink is a statewide NH network of locally administered community-based resources for seniors, adults with disabilities and their families. ServiceLink is a free information, referral, and assistance, with local offices in 13 communities and with many satellite offices throughout NH. ServiceLink answers questions and connects users to the appropriate services that support healthy and independent living. The website includes a searchable database for services near your NH community!
Neighborhood Stabilization Program
NH Community Development Finance Authority (NHCDFA)’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program is desgiend to address foreclosure problems in certain neighborhoods in NH in order to make them more stable, sustainable, and competitive. Get full details here.
Visit NH
The Visit NH.gov website is the official site of the NH Office of Travel and Tourism and offers tons of year round, up to date information and planning tools for things to do & places to stay or visit in NH. Check out their event calendar, visitors guide, make lodging reservations on line, search the database for things to do/places to stay by NH region, etc.
NH Division of Parks and Recreation
NH has 75 State Park properties that provide a variety of recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities. The park system includes beaches, campgrounds, historic sites, waysides, natural areas, a multitude of trails, and much more to explore. Visit their website for great information,directions, fees, parking, reservations, etc.
UNH Cooperative Extension
The “Home and Garden” section of the UNHCE website offers practical,helpful information and resources for the home gardener covering a wide range of topics (everything from house plants to planting fruit trees, etc.) Check it out!
NH Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore
Located in Dover, Southeast NH Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore sells donated building materials and home improvement supplies to the public at 30% to 80% below retail costs.
NH Office of Mediation and Arbitration
The Judicial Branch Office of Mediation and Arbitration has launched voluntary foreclosure mediation program to assist borrowers and lenders, where there is risk of foreclosure to have a facilitated discussion about whether it might be possible to restructure the at-risk loan and avoid a foreclosure for the benefit of both lenders and borrowers. and home improvement supplies to the public at 30% to 80% below retail costs.
Home Help NH
This foreclosure prevention initiative is dedicated to helping NHconsumers address potential mortgage and foreclosure problems. A very comprehensive, NH-resource rich website, including foreclosure prevention tips & mortgage rescue scams!
Homes Ahead
Affordable housing education information for northern NH, including foreclosure info.
New Hampshire Dept. of Revenue Administration
Information on taxes and revenue services.
New Hampshire Housing
New Hampshire Statewide Housing Resource.
NH Community Loan Fund
Provides capital for affordable housing & small business loans.
New Hampshire Office of Energy & Planning (OEP)
OEP provides information, data and guidance to assist decision makers on issues pertaining to development, land protection, energy use and community planning. The State of NH’s Weatherization Program is designed to reduce household energy use and costs in the homes of low-income persons throughout the state by installing energy efficiency improvements.OEP is also responsible for the statewide administration of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Block Grant (LIHEAP), referred to as the Fuel Assistance Program.
NH Workforce Housing Council
“Workforce Housing” means a broad range of owner and renter housing, meeting the needs of families and individuals that represent the majority of New Hampshire’s diverse workforce.
Stay Warm NH
Stay Warm NH helps NH citizens and businesses find important information on reducing energy costs, heating safety, and on obtaining heating assistance.
UNH Cooperative Extension
The EDUCATION CENTER and INFO LINE provides practical solutions to everyday questions for the citizens of NH. The center is staffed by professionals and intensively trained volunteers who are available to answer your questions about home energy, landscaping, pest control, gardening, food & nutrition, family health, etc. |
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Maine Health Care Association
The mission of MHCA is to promote and advance the delivery of high quality health care, housing and supportive services to meet the needs of Maine’s older and disabled populations.Maine Office of Community Development
This group works closely with Maine municipalities, regional partnerships and non-profit groups to meet a broad array of economic and community development needs, including home repairs, enhancing deteriorated residential and business districts, etc.
The Genesis Fund
Providing flexible, below-market financing and expert assistance to affordable housing and community groups across Maine.
Housing Resources for Maine Seniors
Housing Resources for Maine Seniors.
Maine Affordable Housing Coalition
The Maine Affordable Housing Coalition (MAHC) is a diverse coalition of more than 35 developers, Community Action agencies, public housing authorities, banks, service providers, advocates and others committed to ensuring that all Mainers are adequately and affordably housed.
Maine Apartment Rentals
Find Maine apartments, houses, and rooms to rent.
Maine Housing
MaineHousing offers programs and services that make housing more affordable to Maine people. Over 90,000 people will benefit from our programs this year. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides money to help low-income homeowners and renters pay for heating costs.
Maine Housing & Utility Resources
Maine housing resource information.
Maine State Foreclosure Prevention Hotline
1-888-664-2569 or www.credit.maine.gov
Pine Tree Legal Assistance
Pine Tree Legal Assistance is a nonprofit corporation with 501(c)(3) status established in 1966 by private attorneys in Maine to promote access to justice by providing high quality free legal assistance responsive to the immediate needs of individual low-income clients and to address the long-range barriers to justice affecting low-income people in Maine. |
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Foreclosure:
Vermont Department of Housing and Community Affairs Vermont Community Development Program
Vermont’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) – The Department of Housing and Community Affairs has received $19.6 million in federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help address the housing foreclosure crisis and through the acquisition and redevelopment of foreclosed, blighted and abandoned properties be brought back into residential use.
The Department of Banking, Insurance, Securities and Health Care Administration (BISHCA)
BISHCA protects consumers against unfair and unlawful business practices in the areas of banking, securities, and insurance, while ensuring that licensed entities are financially healthy.
Visit their website to find out what relief programs, counseling or other options may be available to you, and how to access them.
Vermont Attorney General’s Office
The office of the Attorney General is dedicated to the protection of the health and safety of all Vermonters. Visit their website for mortgage foreclosure information.
For Your Home:
Efficiency Vermont
Efficiency Vermont provides technical assistance and financial incentives to Vermont households and businesses, to help them reduce their energy costs with energy-efficient equipment and lighting and with energy-efficient approaches to construction and renovation.
Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Northern Vermont The Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Northern Vermont is dedicated to promoting, enhancing and maintaining a positive business and economic environment conducive to the construction of new housing and renovation of existing housing.
Gardening on the Cheap:
Gardener’s Supply Company
Visit the How-To section of their website for gardening resources.
National Gardening Association (NGA)
NGA offers the Web’s largest and most respected array of gardening content for consumers and educators, ranging from general information and publications to lessons and grants.
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA)
NOFA Vermont, working for Local Farms, Healthy Food, & Strong Communities since 1971. Check out their gardener information section for information, workshops and links for NOFA-Vermont’s organic gardeners and homesteaders.
University of Vermont (UVM) Extension Service
Visit their website for information on lawn care, pest management, planting, composting and more. Also, click here for articles on perennials, flowers, and many other gardening topics.
Housing:
Champlain Housing Trust
Champlain Housing Trust is a membership-based nonprofit organization with a commitment to creating and preserving perpetually affordable housing and vital communities in northwest Vermont.
Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity
The mission of Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity is to address fundamental issues of economic, social, and racial justice and to work with low-income people to achieve economic independence.
Habitat for Humanity International
Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. HFHI seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action.
HomeShare Vermont
HomeShare Vermont assists elders and persons with disabilities to live independently in their own homes by bringing them together with persons who seek affordable housing and/or caregiving opportunities.
ReSTORE
A program of ReSOURCE refurbishes donated household items and resells them through two retail storefronts and finds new homes for major appliances, computers, electronics, furniture, and other household goods.
Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition
Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition is committed to ensuring all Vermonters have decent, safe and affordable housing.
Vermont Community Load Fund
VCLF has strengthened Vermont by providing equitable access to capital for development of affordable housing, community facilities & organizations and local businesses.
Vermont Housing Data
Vermont Housing Data provides Vermonters with market rate & affordable housing information.
Vermont Housing Finance Agency
Vermont Housing Finance Agency’s mission is to finance and promote affordable, safe and decent housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income Vermonters.
Vermont Land Trust
The mission of the Vermont Land Trust is to conserve land for the future of Vermont.
Vermont Office of Economic Stimulus and Recovery
The Office of Economic Stimulus and Recovery (ESR) assists and coordinates efforts of State, community, and private organizations to obtain stimulus funds for projects which not only alleviate the pain of the current recession but build the infrastructure necessary for Vermonters to succeed in the second decade of the 21st century.
Vermont State Housing Authority
The VSHA aggressively and compassionately pursues opportunities to provide and make housing more accessible and affordable for Vermonters.
Mortgage Modification:
The Department of Banking, Insurance, Securities and Health Care Administration (BISHCA)
BISHCA protects consumers against unfair and unlawful business practices in the areas of banking, securities, and insurance, while ensuring that licensed entities are financially healthy. Visit their website for information on the Mortgage Assistance Program (MAP).
Stay-cations:
Kids VT
Kids VT provides accurate and current information on local events, news, parenting articles, humor and resources in a fun, friendly format.
Vermont Attractions Association
The Vermont Attractions Association was founded in 1956 to promote attractions throughout the State of Vermont and establish, develop and promote high standards for tourism in Vermont.
Vermont Department of Forest, Parks and Recreation (FPR)
FPR is responsible for the conservation, and management of Vermont’s forest resources, the operation and maintenance of the state park system, and the promotion and support of outdoor recreation for Vermonters and our visitors.
Vermont Living
Vermont Living Magazine’s mission is to assist you in planning your relocation, vacation, family gathering, event, real estate purchase, Vermont wedding, or business trip.
Vermont Vacation
Vermont Vacation is the official State of Vermont tourism site.
Visit New England
The site contains extensive information that is useful for people planning travel to the area.
Timeshare Issues:
Consumer Assistance Program (CAP)
For nearly three decades, the Office of the Attorney General in partnership with the University of Vermont Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) has been helping Vermonters to resolve disputes with businesses, protect themselves from fraud and access available services.
Vermont Consumers with questions regarding timeshare sales, purchases and reselling, may contact the Vermont Attorney General’s Consumer Assistance Program (CAP), by telephone, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at (800) 649-2424 in Vermont or (802) 656-3183 from outside Vermont, or by email. Consumers with a specific complaint may file a complaint with CAP.
Youth & Savings:
Vermont State Treasurer’s Office
The State Treasurer’s Office has organized links on their website as a starting point for parents who want their children to become financially literate. Click here for more information.
Habitat for Humanity International
Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. HFHI seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action.
HomeShare Vermont
HomeShare Vermont assists elders and persons with disabilities to live independently in their own homes by bringing them together with persons who seek affordable housing and/or caregiving opportunities.
ReSTORE
A program of ReSOURCE refurbishes donated household items and resells them through two retail storefronts and finds new homes for major appliances, computers, electronics, furniture, and other household goods.
Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition
Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition is committed to ensuring all Vermonters have decent, safe and affordable housing.
Vermont Community Load Fund
VCLF has strengthened Vermont by providing equitable access to capital for development of affordable housing, community facilities & organizations and local businesses.
Vermont Housing Data
Vermont Housing Data provides Vermonters with market rate & affordable housing information.
Vermont Housing Finance Agency
Vermont Housing Finance Agency’s mission is to finance and promote affordable, safe and decent housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income Vermonters.
Vermont Land Trust
The mission of the Vermont Land Trust is to conserve land for the future of Vermont.
Vermont Office of Economic Stimulus and Recovery
The Office of Economic Stimulus and Recovery (ESR) assists and coordinates efforts of State, community, and private organizations to obtain stimulus funds for projects which not only alleviate the pain of the current recession but build the infrastructure necessary for Vermonters to succeed in the second decade of the 21st century.
Vermont State Housing Authority
The VSHA aggressively and compassionately pursues opportunities to provide and make housing more accessible and affordable for Vermonters.
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Medicare.gov
This link will take you directly to the nursing home alternatives page on the Medicare website where you can find lots of helpful information, including checklists, paying for care, definitions of different care options, checklists, etc.
10% Shift
Do you want to rebuild and revitalize your community’s local economy? Locate your town on the 10% Shift website and take the 10% pledge. Together we can build a strong New England economy and improve our environment by making a modest shift in the way we spend our dollars.
About.com Home Improvement
This is a 5-part series of informative articles on how to get the best ROI on your home remodeling and improvement projects. Which projects are the best investments? How “deluxe” should you get? Includes related links for how to plan a project, financing options, etc.
American Resort Developers Association (ARDA)
ARDA is the Washington D.C.-based trade association representing the vacation ownership and resort development industries. Established in 1969, ARDA today has over 1,000 corporate members ranging from privately held firms to publicly traded companies and international corporations with expertise in shared ownership interests in leisure real estate. The ARDA membership community includes timeshare owner associations (HOAs), resort management companies, industry vendors, suppliers and consultants, as well as timeshare owners through the ARDA Resort Owners Coalition (ARDA-ROC).
To learn more about vacation ownership and the resort industry visit the consumer information section of their website.
Domus Swap
Information on how to permanently trade your home.
eHow.com
This site offers a searchable “how to” database, including this link on How To Buy Groceries on a Budget.
e-How – How to Garden Cheap
This e-How helpful article is called “How to Garden Cheap”. It includes links to related “gardening on the cheap” articles for veggie and flower gardens, making your own compost bin and other articles that may be of interest to you.
Federal Trade Commission
The FTC deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. Visit their website for information on foreclosure rescue scams.
Food Stamp Program
Provides eligible individuals and households with benefits to purchase food at grocery stores, farmers markets, etc.
Foreclosure-Response
A website that offers resources intended to help states and localities respond to the foreclosure crisis.
Goodwill Industries of Northern New England
They accept donations at our retail stores and donation centers. They sell your generous donations of clothes, shoes, books and other items at our 26 Goodwill store locations in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
Habitat for Humanity ReStores
Habitat ReStores are outlets that accept donated goods for resale. While every ReStore is a little different, most focus on home improvement goods – furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances. These donated goods are sold to the general public at a fraction of the retail price to help local affiliates fund the construction of Habitat homes within their communities.
HUD.gov
Whether you’re in foreclosure now or worried about it in the future, HUD.gov has information that can help.
Loan Modification Scam Alert
Loan modification scams are proliferating at a rapid pace. Every day, scam artists prey on unsuspecting homeowners who are facing foreclosure. These homeowners are losing thousands of dollars and their homes—lured by the promise of loan modification help.
To combat this issue, Congress asked NeighborWorks America to launch a national public education campaign. The campaign will empower homeowners to protect themselves against loan modification scams, find trusted help and report illegal activity to authorities.
Loan Modification Scam Prevention Network (LMSPN)
LMSPN was created to strengthen the fight against scammers and support existing efforts at the national, state and local levels.
Check out the following links for lists of legal service providers throughout Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine that assist homeowners with foreclosure/loan modification needs and/or mortgage scams.
LowerMyHeat.com
A simple and fast way to see if you’re paying too much for oil or propane based on the date of your zipcode, the price you are quoted per gallon, and the month/year of your purchase. Check it out!
Making Home Affordable.gov
In February 2009, the Obama Administration introduced a comprehensive Financial Stability Plan to address the key problems at the heart of the current crisis to get our economy back on track. A critical piece of that effort is Making Home Affordable, a plan to stabilize the housing market and help struggling homeowners get relief and avoid foreclosure!
National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB)
NAHB is a trade association that helps promote the policies that make housing a national priority.
New England Mortgage Relief Fund
Five banks are working together to reach out to some of the New England homeowners who have been affected – or may soon be affected – by the recent mortgage crisis.
The initiative aims to assist those borrowers who are paying high rates despite good payment histories, and are residing in homes that are worth more than their outstanding mortgage loan balance(s). The banks aim to provide options to such homeowners, if they are experiencing difficulty now or expect to soon.
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)
The OCC charters, regulates, and supervises all national banks. It also supervises the federal branches and agencies of foreign banks. Visit their website for consumer tips for avoiding mortgage modification scams and foreclosure rescue scams.
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) Community Affairs: Neighborhood Stabilization
The OCC is working with national banks to identify strategies which can help mitigate the negative effects of rising foreclosures on communities across the country. Vonda Eanes is OCC’s Community Affairs Officer assigned to assist with neighborhood stabilization initiatives. She is available to facilitate dialogue and attend meetings with national bankers and community representatives to share best practices, and to discuss foreclosure related neighborhood stabilization initiatives and regulatory information.
Timeshare Consumer Group (TCG)
TCG is an online database and forum of unbiased timeshare information and counsel. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or dipping a curious toe into the waters for the first time, this website will provide you with a myriad of useful details. View the latest accounts of fraud from within the timeshare community.
Timeshare Users Group (TUG)
The Timeshare User’s Group, started in 1993 by a group of Timeshare Owners, it is a family run self-help organization providing an unbiased source of consumer oriented information and advice on Timeshares and the Timeshare concept. This is a fee based membership.
TimeSharing Today (TST)
TimeSharing Today magazine, founded in 1991, is the recognized leading independent magazine and advocate for the timeshare owner and enthusiast. This is a fee based subscription.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
HUD’s mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. Visit their website for information on avoiding foreclosure, for some guidance on default and foreclosure prevention and for more information on the Neighborhood Stabilization Program.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program Resource Exchange
Congress created the Neighborhood Stabilization Program to help cities, counties and states deal with community problems that are the result of the mortgage foreclosure crisis in the nation. NSP Resource Exchange is a one-stop shop for the information and resources needed by NSP grantees, subrecipients and developers to purchase, rehabilitate, and resell foreclosed properties.
Visit New England
Visit New England offers one-stop information on where to stay, where to eat, where to shop, and things to do in any of the six New England states (NH, ME, VT, MA, RI, CT). |
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