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News, Happenings, Support....

SteppingStones members honor Gene Paltrineri - Monday, May 5th

Gene Paltrineri arrived to volunteer at SteppingStones and was greeted with a small award ceremeony to start the day. Previously recognized with the Spirit of the Seacoast Award at a reception on April 28th, the members decided to have their own ceremony to thank the person who dedicates his volunteer time teaching them photography. As a recipient, Gene received an engraved silver tray, letter of appreciation from Governor Lynch and Senator Gregg and the President's Volunteer Service pin. On hand to present the award was Kelly Gagnon of Federal Savings Bank. This award is made possible by Federal Savings Bank's partnership with the United Way of the Greater Seacoast and the Portsmouth Herald.

Congratulations Gene and thanks for volunteering!

Spring Road Race/Health Walk  - Sunday, May 25th at 11 AM

REGISTER NOW for the the event. Put on your running/walking shoes and show your support.

We would like to thank our sponsors:

Coastal Neurology, Robin Hill Farm, The Provident Bank, Wentworth Douglas Hospital, Exeter Hospital, Northeast Rehabilitation, Paddy's Restaurant, Luis Clarizio, Poco's Bow Street Cantina, Fresh City, Dos Amigos, Blue Dolphin, BJ's Wholesale Club, New Balance, Brooks, Saucony, Coca Cola, Boynton Waldron Doleac, Woodman & Scott, PA, Dean Chase/Marple & James Real Estate, and Sweetheart Tour.

Thank you to Runner's Alley for coordinating this event.

Visit with Governor Lynch - NH Governor John Lynch visited with SteppingStones members on April 16th and learned first hand about our program and the lives of people living with brain injury. The Governor took the time to meet and greet every member present and then shared a few remarks with the crowd gathered in the SteppingStones reception area of the Community Campus. We are honored and pleased that the Governor was able to spend time with us!

Governor Lynch is shown here with SteppingStones member Robert Boutin and Executive Director Judith Ryan.

Read a great article about the event - 'SteppingStones a lesson in compassion for governor', by Gretyl Macalaster of Foster's Daily Democrat.

Brain Injury Awareness Month - Monday, March 17th, was a day of fun and special activities at SteppingStones in recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Month. The schedule included a group movie, Yoga class, pizza party luncheon, and a special performance by our favorite 'Creek Man', Gary Sredzienski.

As we progress in 2008, we would like to extend our appreciation to the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation for their support of the foundation through the community impact grant initiative.

    

WEATHER CLOSING INFORMATION - How to find out if SteppingStones will be closed or delayed due to weather conditions.

 

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Our Mission:

To improve the lives of people living with brain injury from trauma, tumor or stroke.

Did you know . . .

It costs just $4,840 a year, or $55 a day, for a brain injury survivor to attend SteppingStones.

  • SteppingStones is a community-based, day program for people living with brain injury from trauma, tumor or stroke. The program emphasizes health and wellness and empowering members toward occupation or meaning after injury. The focus is on who we are as people - spirit, mind and body. Members come to build friendships, receive support, link up with valuable community resources, and explore life interests .
  • SteppingStones keeps its costs down thanks to student interns and community volunteers-- 240 people providing more than 8,600 in-kind hours.
  • Not only does SteppingStones host student interns from the University of New Hampshire each semester -- 40 from its School of Health and Human Services and four from the Whittemore School of Business and Economics -- but for the fourth year it welcomed two 8th grade students from the North Hampton School.
  • New Hampshire State Police troopers have referred 10 young driving offenders to SteppingStones for a community service experience. They learn about SteppingStones' commitment to prevention and education of brain injury in the community in hopes they'll make healthy choices in the future.
  • Gifts of every size make a difference. Make a tax-deductible contribution.