Earlier this year, New Heights, Chase Home, and Seacoast Outright were awarded a $50,000 grant from Exeter Hospital to address the issue of teen suicide on the Seacoast. On September 26, this initial collaborative group of nonprofits—formally known as the Seacoast Youth Suicide Prevention Network (SYSPN)—will hold a summit that brings together more than a […]
Read More ≫‘Sewing’ the seeds of hope at Chase Home
Recently, Chase Home received 18 handmade quilts and pillowcases from the Cocheco Quilters Guild. Expressing amazement at the unexpected gift, which she described as “beautiful,” Chase Home Executive Director Meme Wheeler said the quilts have been handed out to youth in their residential program. “Gifts like these are valued very highly by our residents,” she […]
Read More ≫Chase Home’s summer programs provide structure and inspiration
In keeping with its mission to provide supportive and restorative services to at-risk youth in and around the Seacoast, Chase Home offered a variety of programs this past summer for those who live there full-time. “The shift from school to summer and back again can be tough for them,” said Meme Wheeler, Chase Home’s Executive […]
Read More ≫Chase Home receives $5,000 grant from CDBG
Serving area youth since 1877, Chase Home recently received a $5,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant program (CDBG) awarded through the City of Portsmouth. The money will be used to support its Seacoast Community Diversion Program (SCDP), which was formed this past May with numerous community […]
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Read More ≫Seacoast Community Diversion Program helping to divert troubled youth
Historically, Seacoast youth who committed minor, nonviolent offenses were treated much like anyone else—they were arrested and subjected to traditional punitive measures. With the launch of the Seacoast Community Diversion Program (SCDP) this past May, however, these and similar youth have another option. “Juvenile diversion programs are evidence-based and have been met with great success,” […]
Read More ≫Portsmouth Rotary Club makes a difference at Chase Home
Recently, the Portsmouth Rotary Club Cash Committee awarded Chase Home a grant of $2,950 to refinish the wood floors of the agency’s third floor. As part of the grant, approximately one dozen Rotary members helped “demo” the area before the floors were finished. Shipyard Waste donated a dumpster to aid in project completion. According to […]
Read More ≫Nearly 2 years of repair and upgrade work complete at Chase Home
In 2015, Chase Home in Portsmouth suffered extensive damage to its building, which serves as home to youth from across the Seacoast and state. With insurance to cover most of the repairs, which would eventually exceed $250,000, Chase Home Executive Director Meme Wheeler said they turned to Insurcomm. “Mike LaLime, one of our Board of […]
Read More ≫Spring Gentleman’s Night a Big Success
On Thursday, May 4 at Martingale Wharf, more than 75 entrepreneurs and business owners from multiple sectors of industry came together for a networking opportunity that went far beyond the exchange of business cards. Dubbed ‘Spring Gentleman’s Night,’ the event provided an opportunity for attendees to learn about—and raise money for—one of the oldest nonprofits […]
Read More ≫Local businesses and entrepreneurs rally to support Chase Home
On Thursday, May 4 at Martingale Wharf, a packed house is expected in The East Lounge at Spring Gentleman’s Night for “a night of elevated style and wellness.” At the event, attendees will enjoy the newest fashion trends, drink tastings, expert wellness and fitness advice, tips on new ways to enjoy the outdoors and more. […]
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