Littleton Forward provides our Connect Care Line to offer direct, personalized support. If you are an unhoused resident in Littleton seeking assistance, email connectcare@littletonforward.org with your contact information. Our local advocates, based in Littleton, are available 7 days a week from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. Make sure your phone can accept private calls to receive a response.  

WHAT TO PROVIDE
When contacting us via connectcare@littletonforward.org, please include:

1. Your name (optional if you wish to remain anonymous).
2. A phone number where we can reach you.
3. A brief description of your needs.

Once received, one of our compassionate advocates will call you. By sending an email, you consent to be contacted. Visit https://littletonforward.org/privacy-policy for information about how we protect your privacy.

PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY
We understand the importance of privacy. Your personal information will only be used to connect you with the resources you need. Our Connect Care Line is designed to protect your identity and provide you with a safe and judgment-free experience when seeking help.

No. Currently Littleton does not have a full-time Shelter. Littleton Forward  is collaborating with local advocates and resources to address this crucial need for the community..

The Littleton Winter Shelter is located at 18 Pleasant Street in downtown LIttleton, and is open 7 days a week from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. It operates on a first-come, first-serve basis with a 10-person capacity. For more details, email chloe.duff@littletonwintershelter.org or visit www.facebook.com/littletonwintershelter

Under Chapter 26, overnight camping is prohibited on town-owned property, including parks, parking lots, and streets, without written permission from the Town Selectmen or their designee. Violators face a $10 fine for the first offense and $25 for subsequent violations​. 

Yes, exceptions are made for those who have received prior written permission from the Board of Selectmen or their designee. Permissible camping requires following “carry in-carry out” guidelines.

The BOS has not set-up a system for permission, Littleton Forward suggests that you send an email requesting permission to; Littleton's Town Manager, Troy Brown by email at tbrown@townoflittleton.org and BOS Members, Linda MacNeil lmacneil@townoflittleton.org, Roger Emerson remerson@townoflittleton.org and Kerri Harrington kharrington@townoflittleton.org. Sending an email with your name, contact information and location according to the Littleton GIS Mapping Tool will alert the Town to your presence and prevent a violation of Littleton Chapter 26.

Using the Littleton GIS Mapping Tool, individuals can view town-owned properties. However, any overnight camping requires permission under Chapter 26.

The BOS has not set-up a system for permission, Littleton Forward suggests that you send an email requesting permission to; Littleton's Town Manager, Troy Brown by email at tbrown@townoflittleton.org and BOS Members, Linda MacNeil lmacneil@townoflittleton.org, Roger Emerson remerson@townoflittleton.org and Kerri Harrington kharrington@townoflittleton.org. Sending an email with your name, contact information and location according to the Littleton GIS Mapping Tool will alert the Town to your presence and prevent a violation of Littleton Chapter 26.

Per Littleton’s Zoning Ordinance, only tents and tarps are permitted. Structures like walls or roofs are considered permanent and are not allowed without proper approval from the Zoning Officer and Fire Chief, Chad Miller. 

Yes. Please contact the individual providers with questions, availability and eligibility. 

BURCH HOUSE (FOR WOMEN & FAMILIES)

Emergency shelter and housing for women and families fleeing domestic violence or homelessness. Counseling, case management, and referrals to additional resources. Legal advocacy and support. Transitional housing assistance and family stabilization services.

• Address: Confidential Location (for safety reasons)
• Phone (24-hour hotline): (603) 444-0624
• Contact: Operated by Response to Domestic and Sexual Violence, part of the Tri-County Community Action Program.
• Website: Burch House/Response Services

TYLER BLAIN HOUSE (FOR MEN)

Emergency shelter for men experiencing homelessness. Case management and support services to help secure permanent housing. Assistance with accessing medical care, employment, and public benefits. Collaborative efforts with local agencies to provide long-term solutions.

• Address: 331 Main Street, Lancaster, NH 03584
• Phone: (603) 788-2344
• Operating Organization: Tri-County Community Action Program
• Website: Tri-County CAP - Tyler Blain House

BRIDGE HOUSE HOMELESS SHELTER

Offers emergency and transitional housing, with specific programs focused on veterans. The shelter provides case management, assistance with obtaining benefits, and support in securing permanent housing. tbhshelter.org

• Address: 260 Highland Street, Plymouth, NH 03264
• Phone: (603) 536-7631

The following spaces are available during the day. Please contact the individual provider for hours of operation and services:

LITTLETON PUBLIC LIBRARY

• Wi-Fi, Computers, Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Charging Outlets, Restroom 
• Phone: (603) 444-5741
• https://littletonpubliclibrary.org
• Address: 92 Main St, Littleton NH 03561
• Email:  littlib@gmail.com

THE SHED AT LITTLETON

• Wi-Fi, Restroom, Shower, Washer/Dryer, Recovery Support, Charging Outlets,
• https://whitehorserecovery.org/the-shed-at-littleton
• Phone: (603)444-1300
• 45 Union Street, Littleton, New Hampshire 03561

NORTH COUNTRY PEER SUPPORT CENTER

• Wi-Fi, Restroom, Coffee, Water, Snacks, Peer Support Groups, Charging Outlets 
• https://northcountrypsa.org
• Phone: (603) 575-5419 
• 111 Saranac Street, Littleton, New Hampshire 03561

Visit the Welfare section offered by Littleton Forward. Applicants must complete the welfare application and provide required documentation like proof of income, expenses, and identification. 

Yes. Littleton offers several resources for individuals seeking assistance with substance use disorders, including treatment centers, recovery homes, and support services.

THE DOORWAY AT LITTLETON REGIONAL HEALTHCARE

• Description: Part of a statewide initiative, The Doorway provides a single point of entry for individuals seeking help with substance use disorders. Services include screening, evaluation, treatment referrals, and care coordination.
• Address: 600 St. Johnsbury Road, Littleton, NH 03561
• Phone: (603) 259-1659
• Website: https://littletonhealthcare.org/clinics-and-affiliates/the-doorway-program/

WHITE MOUNTAINS RECOVERY HOMES LLC

• Description: Provides structured recovery and sober living environments for individuals recovering from substance use disorders. The program emphasizes 12-step fellowship participation and offers multiple locations in Littleton.
• Phone: (508) 326-2913
• Website: https://www.whitemountainsrecovery.com/

NEW HAMPHISRE DETOX CENTER

• Description: Offers compassionate care in a residential setting, allowing clients to focus on recovery away from daily stressors and triggers.
• Address: Littleton, NH 03561
• Phone: (844) 959-3244
• Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/treatment-rehab/nh/littleton

BONFIRE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

• Description: Provides outpatient programs for individuals struggling with addiction or mental health disorders, offering professional help and tools for a healthy, sober life.
• Address: Bethlehem, NH 03574
• Phone: (833) 521-1138
• Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/treatment-rehab/nh/littleton

WEEKS MEDICAL CENTER - NORTH COUNTRY RECOVERY CENTER

• Description: A multidisciplinary treatment center offering services for individuals dealing with addiction to drugs, opioids, alcohol, and other substance use disorders.
• Address: 173 Middle Street, Lancaster, NH 03584
• Phone: (603) 788-4911
• Website: https://weeksmedical.org/department/addiction-recovery/

WHITE HORSE RECOVERY - THE SHED AT LITTLETON

• Description: White Horse Recovery’s new outreach center, known as The Shed at Littleton, offers peer recovery support, walk-in services, and connections to community resources. It provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals recovering from substance use disorders. White Horse also offers Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) and co-occurring mental health treatments.
• Address: The Shed at Littleton, 71 Redington Street, Littleton, NH 03561
• Phone: (603) 651-1441
• Email: info@whitehorserecovery.org
• Website: https://whitehorserecovery.org

For a broader list of treatment agencies and individual practitioners offering substance use disorder services in New Hampshire, you can consult the NH Drug & Alcohol Treatment Locator: https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/alcohol-tobacco-other-substance-misuse/nh-drug-alcohol-treatment-locator

If you or someone you know is experiencing a substance use or addiction-related crisis, please call 2-1-1 for immediate assistance.

The Welfare Department provides short-term emergency housing for those who meet eligibility criteria. 

Complete the welfare application, gather required documents, and contact the Welfare Director to schedule an appointment. Emergency assistance may be granted based on immediate needs. Littleton Forward provides a section dedicated to applying for Welfare Assistance in Littleton.

The Welfare Department may assist with limited transportation costs related to medical appointments, job interviews, or essential errands on a case-by-case basis. Littleton Forward provides a section dedicated to applying for Welfare Assistance in Littleton.

Families can access emergency shelter arranged by the Welfare Department. Contact the department for details. Littleton Forward provides a section dedicated to applying for Welfare Assistance in Littleton.

Littleton’s Welfare Guidelines, last updated in 2013, are currently under review by Littleton Forward, the Welfare Department, and the BOS to better reflect rising costs and community needs. 

Littleton Forward advocates for updates to welfare guidelines, public sanitation infrastructure, and non-barrier affordable housing to support unhoused residents. 

Littleton’s current guidelines lack specific cold weather thresholds, which Littleton Forward is working to change. However, the Littleton Winter Shelter provides overnight relief during cold months.

Public restrooms are available during certain hours at the Littleton Public Library. The Shed has a shower and a washer and dryer. Please contact The Shed for details. Littleton Forward is advocating for dedicated, 24/7 public sanitation facilities. 

Unhoused residents can access mental health resources through the following local providers. Please be aware that due to understaffing, Littleton's mental health providers have a 3 month waiting list. Contact individual providers for more information.

White Mountain Mental Health (Northern Human Services)

• Address: 29 Maple Street, Littleton, NH 03561
• Phone: (603) 444-5358
• Website: northernhs.org

Catholic Charities New Hampshire

• Address: Littleton, NH
• Phone: (603) 444-7727
• Website: cc-nh.org

Center for New Beginnings

• Address: 229 Cottage Street, Littleton, NH 03561-0935
• Phone: (603) 444-6465
• Toll-Free: (888) 999-5009
• Website: centerfornewbeginnings.org

Please note that contact information may change over time. It's advisable to visit the providers' official websites or call ahead to confirm current details and arrange appointments.

Yes, unhoused veterans have access to several services aimed at providing support and assistance:

Littleton VA Clinic

The clinic offers general administrative support, nurse advice, and virtual visits with medical providers via telephone, VA Video Connect, or VA Health Chat. Veterans can coordinate their primary care services through the VISN 1 Clinical Contact Center. va.gov

• Address: 264 Cottage Street, Littleton, NH 03561
• Phone: (603) 575-6700

VA Homeless Outreach Program

National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: (877) 4AID-VET (877-424-3838)

Local Contact: Simone Cote

• Office: Littleton Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC)
• Phone: (603) 575-6707
• Cell: (802) 359-2072
• Coverage Area: Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, including Orleans, Caledonia, Essex, and Upper Grafton Counties. dmavs.nh.gov

HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program

Provides rental assistance vouchers for privately owned housing to eligible veterans. The program combines HUD housing vouchers with VA supportive services to help veterans who are homeless and their families find and sustain permanent housing. findhelp.org

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

Established by the VA to create public-private partnerships aimed at rapidly re-housing homeless veteran families and preventing homelessness for very low-income veterans at imminent risk due to a housing crisis. Services include outreach, case management, and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits that promote housing stability. en.wikipedia.org

Burch House (For Women and Families)

Emergency shelter and housing for women and families fleeing domestic violence or homelessness. Counseling, case management, and referrals to additional resources. Legal advocacy and support. Transitional housing assistance and family stabilization services.

• Address: Confidential Location (for safety reasons)
• Phone (24-hour hotline): (603) 444-0624
• Contact: Operated by Response to Domestic and Sexual Violence, part of the Tri-County Community Action Program.
• Website: Burch House/Response Services

Tyler Blain House (For Men)

Emergency shelter for men experiencing homelessness. Case management and support services to help secure permanent housing. Assistance with accessing medical care, employment, and public benefits. Collaborative efforts with local agencies to provide long-term solutions.

• Address: 331 Main Street, Lancaster, NH 03584
• Phone: (603) 788-2344
• Operating Organization: Tri-County Community Action Program
• Website: Tri-County CAP - Tyler Blain House

Bridge House Homeless Shelter

Offers emergency and transitional housing, with specific programs focused on veterans. The shelter provides case management, assistance with obtaining benefits, and support in securing permanent housing. tbhshelter.org

• Address: 260 Highland Street, Plymouth, NH 03264
• Phone: (603) 536-7631

New Hampshire Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services

Veterans Services Officers (VSOs)

Assist veterans in securing benefits or preferences to which they may be entitled under state or federal laws.

• Phone: (603) 624-9230
• Note: Call to schedule a meeting with a VSO at any location. dmavs.nh.gov

These resources are designed to assist unhoused veterans in Littleton by providing access to healthcare, housing assistance, and supportive services aimed at achieving housing stability and overall well-being.

The BOS oversees funding and policy decisions related to welfare and public services. Residents can attend BOS meetings to voice concerns or suggestions.

Littleton’s zoning ordinance restricts the construction of permanent structures for temporary shelters on town-owned land, limiting options for unhoused residents.

Residents may donate to organizations, advocate for policy changes by attending BOS Meetings and raising concerns, contact Littleton Forward to share your concerns or become involved,  or by participating in community meetings.