Rays of Hope: A Bright Summer for a Resident Mom and her Son
We love celebrating BIG milestones here at MP, especially when it involves our families achieving their goals and embarking on exciting next steps in their journey. So we’re thrilled to share that one of our resident families, Emilia and her five-year-old son, is moving on to market-rate permanent housing! Hear from Emilia about the profound impact MP has had on her and her son’s life below:
“Marguerite’s Place isn’t just a program to help families in need, it’s a family of many caring and compassionate individuals. They welcomed my son and I with open arms and provided the stability and support that we needed.
During my stay at Marguerite’s Place I have secured a better paying job, enrolled and began college courses pursuing a BA in creative writing and English while achieving the President’s List my first term. I’ve also managed to secure permanent housing for my family all with the encouragement and support from the MP family.“
Family Empowerment Series: Financial Wellness
At Marguerite’s Place, our weekly Family Empowerment Nights connect families across our programs and help them to build skills for success.
This summer, we started our financial wellness series with Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Nashua.
Topics include: Basic Banking, Budgeting, Credit, Consumer Awareness, Employability Skills, Entrepreneurship and more!
Exciting Updates in our Classrooms!
We’ve recently implemented the Pyramid Model in all of our childcare classrooms. This framework enhances children’s social and emotional growth through proven methods, nurturing self-confidence, social skills, and problem-solving.
The Pyramid Model workgroup (which includes parents, staff and specialists) is excited to incorporate this program to help empower kiddos and families to thrive in both school and life.
Thank you!
A big thank you to Patrick Foley, owner of Refinished Bath Solutions, for donating his services to refinish tubs and showers in our Palm Street apartments!
By donating time and expertise, supporters like Patrick help us ensure each resident family moves into a safe, welcoming space that promotes dignity and healing and feels like home.
Get Your Tickets to Our Upcoming Annual Fundraiser
Event: Home is Where the Art Is
When: September 28, 2023
Where: LaBelle Winery, Amherst, NH
Join us in celebrating the meaning of “home” and our shared commitment to ending family homelessness. A night of inspiration, meaning, and joy awaits!
For more event details and to purchase your tickets, please visit our event website using the link below!
Welcome our new team members!
Kelly Cummings (top right): Development + Marketing Coordinator
Kye Simms (bottom left): Residential Programs Coordinator
From our Executive Director
The dog days of summer are here! Despite the cycle of relentless rain and stifling heat we’ve experienced thus far, summer is still my favorite season at Marguerite’s Place. In summer, our playground is filled with shrieks of joy as our preschoolers’ water play turns into everyone getting soaked. Our evening programming migrates outdoors, with family dinner and meaningful conversation on our shady deck. One new transitional housing resident takes advantage of both the warm weather and her newfound stability with evening walks with her toddler in the stroller before bedtime.
We often think of summer as a “slower” season, but at Marguerite’s Place, summer is our most vibrant, with more time to connect and enjoy the simplicity of our community together.
Wishing you a relaxing, joyful rest of your summer!
Home Is Where the Art Is: A Resounding Success!
For those who couldn’t join us at Home Is Where the Art Is this year, you missed a truly incredible event! We are thrilled to share that it was a record-breaking success—raising more funds than any other event in our 30-year history! Here’s a recap of the highlights from the evening. The Legacy Wall: Honoring…
Early Childhood Nutrition: Building a Foundation for Success
Early Childhood is a critical period for brain development, and proper nutrition plays a pivotal role in shaping a child’s cognitive abilities, emotional well-being, and overall future health and success. More specifically, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, “Good nutrition and healthy growth established in the first thousand days of a child’s life have…
Every Mother Deserves a Safe Home this Mother’s Day
Motherhood is the hardest job in the world. But when you’re a single mom and don’t have a safe place to live, the hardest job is even harder. For resident mom Elisha and her five-year-old son, Lucas, this was certainly true. Without stable housing and childcare, motherhood was that much harder. But things began to…
Celebrating The Week of the Young Child 2024
Since 1971, the National Association for the Education of Young Children has sponsored an annual, week-long celebration in April known as The Week of the Young Child®. WOYC is meant to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those…
Celebrating International Women’s Day and the Pursuit of Equality in New Hampshire
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of women across the globe, as well as those closer to home. The women of Marguerite’s Place – resident and childcare moms, staff, volunteers, board members, supporters, and more – all contribute to the strength, vibrancy, and prosperity of our community. Not just today, but every…
A Season Full of Milestones: 1 Family’s Forever Home, 2 Residents Graduate, and 2 New Families Join the MP Family!
What a momentous time at Marguerite’s Place! We’re overjoyed to share that Geomaly and Arahileen have officially moved into their forever home, marking a significant milestone in their journey to stability and independence. We’re also thrilled to welcome two new families who have found their safe haven here at MP! Your kindness not only provided…
How the Pyramid Model Framework Helps to Teach Social-Emotional Skills in Preschool
In the heart of Marguerite’s Place Childcare, laughter echoes through the rooms, and curiosity dances in tiny footsteps. Our vibrant classrooms are full of joy, exploration, learning, and creative expression. Here, each child is embraced and supported, ensuring they grow and thrive every day. Our Childcare program is built on a unique framework called the…
The Hidden Epidemic: Family Homelessness in New Hampshire
Beneath the beauty of New Hampshire’s picturesque landscapes lies a hidden crisis that impacts the lives of thousands of parents and children: family homelessness. You won’t find families dwelling on the street; instead, they seek out temporary shelter wherever they can: a car, a friend’s couch, or even a walk-in closet, as one…
Breaking the Silence: Finding Hope and Healing for Domestic Violence Survivors at Marguerite’s Place
Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that affects millions of people worldwide, transcending boundaries of age, gender, race, and socioeconomic status. A common misconception of domestic violence is that abuse is always physical; unseen wounds are just as real and impactful. Emotional, verbal, sexual, and financial abuse all inflict scars, they are just unseen. …
Empowering Families: Summer Newsletter Spotlight on a Family’s Transition to Market-Rate Housing
Rays of Hope: A Bright Summer for a Resident Mom and her Son We love celebrating BIG milestones here at MP, especially when it involves our families achieving their goals and embarking on exciting next steps in their journey. So we’re thrilled to share that one of our resident families, Emilia and her five-year-old son,…
School’s out! How to stay cool, connected, and have fun this summer season.
Summer vacation is a time when parents and children can enjoy a slower pace, fun activities, and outdoor adventures together. It’s also a great opportunity for families to build and strengthen connections to their community of support. Here at Marguerite’s Place, one of the ways we help families stay connected to each other and local…