November Member E-Newsletter!

November 30, 2020

This newsletter is presented as part of the Chamber's Communications Program, which reaches more than 1,600 members and community contacts and is available to all members. Be sure to include info@dovernh.org on your distribution lists!

Member News from November

Seacoast Charter School and Cochecho Academy of the Arts receive NH Rocks! grant

Thirteen New Hampshire schools are the recipients of generous contributions from state and national partners to launch New Hampshire Rocks!, a program designed to expand students’ musical opportunities in music education programs. The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce is delighted to have two of its members benefit from the grant, Seacoast Charter School and Cochecho Academy of the Arts.

HRCU Donates $2,500 to Dover Mental Health Alliance

The Dover Mental Health Alliance is a community collaboration to educate all citizens about mental health, mental illness and suicide prevention. “We know that mental health is an area that needs a great deal of attention and focus in the community, and by supporting the Dover Mental Health Alliance and Community Partners it was a great way for HRCU to start to get involved”, said HRCU President & CEO Brian Hughes.

Cornerstone VNA Announces Nightingale Award Recipient

Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health and hospice care provider, recently recognized June Gallup, RN, MS, HCS-D, COS-C, BCHH-C, COQS, Quality Improvement Director, with the 2020 Nightingale Award. The Nightingale Award is presented to a person who exemplifies Florence Nightingale’s work through best practice, mentorship, education and change. Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) is known for her work in fundamentally changing the role of nursing and introduced the concept of nursing standards.

Seventh Annual Seacoast Cancer 5K celebrates virtual debut success

The 2020 Seacoast Cancer 5K was held in a virtual format from Saturday, September 19 through Sunday, October 4, and raised more than $252,000. This annual event raises important funds to support care and programs for patients and their families at the Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Seacoast Cancer Center.

Profile Bank welcomes new member to the Board of Directors

Profile Bank is proud to announce Kelly L. Glennon as the newest member of the Board of Directors. Ms. Glennon brings extensive banking knowledge to the board having worked in the banking industry for several years. Kelly is well known throughout the community and the Immediate Past Chair of the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce. Kelly and her husband Doug reside in Dover and are the owners of Jewelry Creations.

Dennis Drake to Receive ARCH Heritage Award

Rollinsford resident Dennis Drake has been chosen by the Association of Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) as the recipient of the 2020 ARCH Heritage Award, presented annually to a person who has made significant contributions to the preservation of the history, heritage and culture of Rollinsford and the lower Salmon Falls region.

NH Magazine and Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare partner to provide 'Meals of Thanks'

1,000 meals were delivered to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Manchester, Catholic Medical Center and Elliot Hospital on National Nurses Day. Then, on November 24, 700 meals were provided to the New Hampshire Food Bank and an additional delivery of 40 meals to The Way Home. All of this was made possible by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care’s sponsorship.

Seacoast Family Promise has volunteer opportunities for the holidays

When a family comes to Seacoast Family Promise they understand that through hard work and determination they can make the necessary changes and turn their lives around. The children understand that it is their primary job to focus on school, sports and other activities that make up a typical day for most children. Families go to the Day Center, local schools, jobs, or training programs during the day. In the evening, they return to the host facilities and enjoy a nutritious, hot meal prepared and served by volunteers. Children can play games and do their homework and the families get to converse with our volunteers who may read to the children or help with their school work.

There is no better feeling than helping a family get back to a structured, stable life and eventually returning to a place that they can call home.

There are volunteer opportunities for young and old and for any level of commitment.

Member Renewals!

Thank you to our members who renewed their membership in November:

Arthur Thomas Properties LLC, Budget Blinds of the Seacoast, Dover Middle School PTA, Edward Jones- Andrew Trowbridge, Immanuel Insurance Agency, Keller Williams Realty- Lesniak Home Team, Northeast Credit Union, Virtual Health Coach Coco, BJ Hickman Magic Shows, Photography by Carin.

Check us out on social media