Updates about food programs impacted by the current government shutdown:

WIC Update: The State of New Hampshire has received additional federal funding to sustain the WIC program during the federal government shutdown. By leveraging this new WIC funding and other existing federal funds, DHHS will support WIC families in continuing to receive food benefits and services at local agencies through at least the end of November.

SNAP update:

- On November 5th a Federal Judge ordered the USDA to fully fund SNAP benefits by Friday November 7th. On Friday the USDA directed states to issue full November SNAP benefits.
- We have heard that there could be some delay before all benefits are available on SNAP EBT Cards, but full November SNAP benefits are likely to be on cards in the next 2 days.

We are updating this page daily, but for the most up-to-date information about WIC and SNAP programs, please visit the NH DHHS website here.

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NH DHHS has partnered with the New Hampshire Food Bank to offer a series of mobile food pantries and food box pick-ups in locations across the state for people who receive SNAP.

These food pantries and pick-ups are for SNAP recipients only and will begin on November 5, 2025.

Individuals must verify that they participate in the SNAP program by showing their EBT card or a notice from DHHS confirming their SNAP participation.

Here are the locations in & around Strafford County:

- - Dover: Whittier Falls, 50 Whittier Street
    - - Tuesday, November 4, 1-3PM
      - Tuesday, November 18, 1-3PM
  - Hampton: Municipal Lot, 30 High Street
    - Thursday, November 6, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
    - Thursday, November 13, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
  - Portsmouth: Gosling Meadows, 36 Wedgewood Road
    - Wednesday, November 5, 2-3:30 PM
    - Wednesday, November 12, 2-3:30 PM
    - Wednesday, November 19, 2-3:30 PM
    - Wednesday, November 26, 12:30-2PM
  - Raymond: Lamprey Health Center, 128 NH-27, Tuesday, November 25, 1:00-2:00 PM
  - Rochester: Grace Church, 57 Wakefield Street, Tuesday, November 25, noon-3:00 PM
  - Seabrook
    - Seabrook RVA, 117 Cimarron Drive, Thursday, November 6, 1-3 PM
    - Seabrook Recreation, 311 Lafayette Road, Thursday, November 13, 1-3PM
  - Somersworth: Tucker's Parking Lot, 250 Indian Brook Drive, Friday, November 14, 11AM-noon
  - For other SNAP Mobile Food Bank sites around NH, please visit the NH DHHS site here.

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For an updated list of local resources in the Strafford County area, find the list here from SOS

See our Healthy Living Resource Guide for a list of regular pantries, programs and other food-related resources available year-round in our area

Who We Are

With the mission of improving the health, wellness, and quality of life for all individuals in Strafford County, NH, the Strafford County Public Health Network works to build one integrated system of community members, businesses, and health organizations working together to address public health needs.

The Strafford County Public Health Network is representative of the following municipalities: Dover, Rochester, Durham, Somersworth, Barrington, Farmington, Milton, Lee, Strafford, New Durham, Rollinsford, Middleton, Madbury, and the University of New Hampshire.

Interested in an Internship for a school requirement or just to gain experience? Check out our Internship Description & reach out to us at SCPHN@GoodwinCH.org

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If you are interested in receiving a first aid kit with Naloxone, or installing a NaloxBox in your business/office, reach out to our team. Click here to learn more about Naloxone, Narcan & NaloxBoxes.

We have wrapped up our Communities for Healthy Aging Transitions (CHAT) project with our partners at Strafford Regional Planning Commission (SRPC)! Check out our final report here to learn more about what we were able to accomplish over the life of this Point32 Health Foundation grant.

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Get Involved in Public Health

Public Health comes in many forms. Everyone in our community should be able to benefit from, as well as contribute to, public health. From clinical and medical professional volunteers working with New Hampshire Responds, to caring families hoping to give back to their neighbors, there are many ways YOU can get involved in Strafford County's Public Health Network.