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Last Updated: October 6, 2009

New Hampshire

State Coordinator(s)

Division for Children, Youth and Families
Robert Rodler
Adolescent Program Specialist
129 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH 03301-3857
Phone: (603) 271-4706
Fax: (603) 271-4729
Email: rrodler@dhhs.state.nh.us

2009 Chafee Allocation

$500,000

2009 ETV Allocation

$97,724

Number of youth 16-21 (most current AFCARS data -2006)

272

State's Chafee Mission Statement

The mission of the New Hampshire Division for Children Youth and Familes (DCYF) Adolescent Program is to ensure that current and former child welfare and juvenile justice involved youth receive the preparation, resources and positive youth development they need to establish permanent connections with caring adults and become healthy, self sufficient and successful adults. In addition to Aftercare Services, the program offers the Adult Living Preparation Process, NH Trails, the DCYF Youth Advisory Board and the annual DCYF Teen Conference.

Who is Eligible for Chafee Services?

1. Youth age 14 or 15 in DCYF guardianship or age 16-20 in DCYF out of home placement
2. Youth age 16-20 in NH Division for Juvenile Justice (DJJS) out of home placement who are
   1. Currently or formerly in DJJS foster care (includes foster homes, group and residential facilities). and
   2. Currently or formerly title IVE eligible at some point during their most recent DJJS case.
3. Young adults meeting the criteria of #1 or #2 above who were in DCYF or DJJS out of home placement on or after their 18th birthday (17th birthday for juvenile delinquents).

What is the State's Definition of Room and Board?

Not specifically defined.

Maximum Age that Youth may Remain in Care

20

No additional information is available. 

Under what Conditions Can a Youth Remain in Care Beyond 18?

If the youth has not graduated from high school or completed their GED and is under the age of 21.

Is the Extended Medicaid Option Available for Youth Until 21?

No

NH Medicaid is available to youth up to the age of 19 who qualify for the Aid to the Permanently and Totally Disabled program.

Can Youth in Care Get Driver’s Licenses?

Depends on the youth's placement.

Does the State Offer Tuition Waivers for Foster Youth?

Yes

On a yearly basis, up to 20, former foster youth who attend a New Hampshire state school may have their tuition and fees waived.

Does the State Have a Youth Leadership Program?

Yes

NH Teen Voices is an advisory board, comprised of teens in out-of-home placement. The board’s mission is “making a difference for youth in care by voicing opinions for positive change” and it meets monthly to work on a variety of projects of interest to foster care youth. DCYF solicits opinions from NH Teen Voices for the development of policies and programs affecting youth in care. Members of the board also serve on panels, perform community service and participate in trainings presented to peers, DCYF staff, placement providers and community professionals.