Disability services in New Hampshire
133 Confirmed Profiles and 4,081 Registry Listings across 23 counties, plus organizations that serve the whole country.
Search by area in New Hampshire
Intellectual and Developmental
Autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, learning disabilities, and ADHD.
652listings, 83 Confirmed ProfilesMental and Behavioral Health
Mental illness, PTSD and trauma, substance use, and eating disorders.
1,945listings, 60 Confirmed ProfilesPhysical and Mobility
Spinal cord injury, amputation and limb loss, muscular dystrophy, arthritis, and speech and language.
1,281listings, 49 Confirmed ProfilesSensory
Blind and low vision, Deaf and hard of hearing, and DeafBlind.
479listings, 35 Confirmed ProfilesNeurological and Chronic Health
Brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, MS, ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, and medically complex needs.
984listings, 41 Confirmed ProfilesVeterans and Military Families
VA health, claims and benefits help, veterans service organizations, Vet Centers, housing, jobs, and military family support.
716listings, 59 Confirmed ProfilesEverything in New Hampshire, on a map
Every listing in the state by county and ZIP code, plus 175 organizations that serve the whole country.
4,214listings in allKey statewide contacts
Agencies and networks that serve people with any disability in New Hampshire. Each area's Resources and data tab lists the contacts for that area.
Protection and Advocacy (2)
The legal advocacy agency for people with disabilities in your state, set up under federal law. Free help with rights, abuse and neglect, and discrimination.
Vocational Rehabilitation (1)
The state agency that helps people with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep a job.
Assistive Technology Act program (1)
Try, borrow, or get help paying for assistive technology, from communication devices to mobility equipment.
Centers for Independent Living (2)
Run by and for people with disabilities: peer support, skills training, advocacy, and help moving from an institution to the community.
Statewide Independent Living Council (1)
Plans and monitors independent living services across the state.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers (1)
One place to start for long-term services and supports for older adults and people with disabilities.
Parent Training and Information Centers (1)
Free help for families of children with disabilities, including special education rights and IEPs.
- Parent Information Center (PIC)Concord · (603) 224-7005 · Website
Services by county in New Hampshire
Each county page shows what serves that county, your local intake offices, and Confirmed Profiles based there. Numbers are listings that serve the county.
How to get services in New Hampshire
Most long-term supports are paid for by Medicaid, often through a waiver program. Start with Medicaid, then get on the program that fits. Many programs have a waiting list, so apply early.
Start here NH Medicaid · New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Apply online (opens in a new tab) · Call (844) 275-3447 · Visit your local DHHS District Office.
New Hampshire is a 209(b) state, so getting SSI does not give you Medicaid automatically; you must apply with NH DHHS.
Adults who are blind or have a disability can apply under the state's aged, blind and disabled rules; New Hampshire uses its own disability rules for adults.
For children: Home Care for Children with Severe Disabilities (HC-CSD, also called Katie Beckett): Medicaid for children under 19 with severe disabilities cared for at home; only the child's income and resources count.
If you work: MEAD (Medicaid for Employed Adults with Disabilities): for working adults ages 18 to 64 with disabilities, with higher income and resource limits. A monthly premium starts when net income is over 150% of the federal poverty level.
Steps
- Apply online through NH EASY or call 1-844-275-3447 (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
- Say if you have a disability or need long-term care
- Send the proof DHHS asks for
- Watch for your decision letter
- For a child with a severe disability, ask about HC-CSD (Katie Beckett)
Have these ready
- Photo ID or other proof of identity
- Social Security numbers for everyone applying
- Proof of income such as pay stubs or benefit letters
- Bank statements and information about other assets
- Medical or disability records
- Health insurance or Medicare cards
Intellectual and developmental disabilities, and autism
Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waiver Waiting list varies
People of all ages with autism, intellectual disability or a developmental disability that began before age 22 and who meet ICF/IID level of care.
Start with: New Hampshire Area Agency for your town · Website (opens in a new tab)
Services start when funding is available; ask your Area Agency about current wait times.
Apply for Medicaid first.
Steps
- Find the Area Agency that serves your town and call its intake line
- Ask to apply for developmental services eligibility
- Send the records the agency asks for
- Apply for NH Medicaid at NH EASY or 1-844-275-3447 if you do not have it
- Once eligible, work with your service coordinator to request waiver services
Have these ready
- Records showing the disability and when it began
- Proof of New Hampshire residence
- Social Security number
- Medicaid number if you have one
New Hampshire Area Agencies (Bureau of Developmental Services)
All 10 offices
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
In Home Supports (IHS) for Children with Developmental Disabilities Waiver Waiting list varies
Children and youth birth through 21 with autism, intellectual disability or a developmental disability who live with family and meet ICF/IID level of care.
Start with: New Hampshire Area Agency for your town · Website (opens in a new tab)
Services start when funding is available; ask your Area Agency.
Apply for Medicaid first.
Steps
- Find the Area Agency that serves your town and call its intake line
- Ask to apply for developmental services eligibility
- Send the records the agency asks for
- Apply for NH Medicaid at NH EASY or 1-844-275-3447 if you do not have it
- Once eligible, work with your service coordinator to request waiver services
- Ask about HC-CSD (Katie Beckett) Medicaid if family income is too high
Have these ready
- Records showing the disability and when it began
- Proof of New Hampshire residence
- Social Security number
- Medicaid number if you have one
New Hampshire Area Agencies (Bureau of Developmental Services)
All 10 offices
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
Brain injury, HIV, and complex medical needs
Acquired Brain Disorder (ABD) Waiver No waiting list
Adults 22 and older with an acquired brain disorder who need nursing facility level of care.
Start with: New Hampshire Area Agency for your town · Website (opens in a new tab)
New Hampshire reported no HCBS waiting lists in KFF 2026 state data. Services still depend on area agency funding.
Apply for Medicaid first.
Steps
- Find the Area Agency that serves your town and call its intake line
- Ask to apply for brain injury services eligibility
- Send the records the agency asks for
- Apply for NH Medicaid at NH EASY or 1-844-275-3447 if you do not have it
- Once eligible, work with your service coordinator to request waiver services
Have these ready
- Medical records showing the brain injury and when it happened
- Proof of New Hampshire residence
- Social Security number
- Medicaid number if you have one
New Hampshire Area Agencies (Bureau of Developmental Services)
All 10 offices
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
Older adults and people with physical disabilities
Choices for Independence (CFI) Waiver No waiting list
Adults 65 and older, and adults 18 to 64 with physical or other disabilities, who meet nursing facility level of care.
Start with: ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center · (866) 634-9412
New Hampshire reported no HCBS waiting lists in KFF 2026 state data.
Apply for Medicaid first.
Steps
- Contact your local ServiceLink office to ask about Choices for Independence
- Apply for NH Medicaid at NH EASY or 1-844-275-3447
- Complete the clinical assessment for nursing facility level of care
- Choose a case management agency
- Build your care plan with your case manager
Have these ready
- Social Security number
- Proof of income and assets
- Doctor's name and phone
- List of daily tasks you need help with
Your local Aging and Disability Resource Center can start the application. Find yours.
Apply or start here (opens in a new tab) · About this program (opens in a new tab) · Providers in the Atlas
Rules change. Check with the agency before you rely on this. Checked October 2026.
How New Hampshire pays for services
New Hampshire ranks 15 of 51 on Medicaid waiver funding for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. See its spending, waiting list, every named program, service rates, and its vocational rehabilitation agency.
How New Hampshire is graded
Rank 7 of 51 on State of Support
ConnectIDD's report card for services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Access to servicesA
- Community livingC+
- Family supportD+
- Real workA-
- Direct support workforceC-
- Quality of lifeA
- State investmentB-
- TransparencyC-
A map for every stage of your family's journey in New Hampshire
Eight stages most families of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities pass through, from the first diagnosis to planning for the years ahead. Each stage shows what to do now, what to start planning, and the services to look for nearby, with a free printable guide.