In 1999 the program provided 12,539 hours of service to a total of 1,951 individuals. Monadnock Substance Abuse Services provides care to those affected by substance abuse through a comprehensive program of education, prevention, treatment and outreach. During 1999, MSAS provided counseling for 430 clients, as well as monthly group therapy at the Emergency Shelter in Keene and two groups at Keene High School. NH Pro Bono Referral Program connects low-income individuals and families in crisis to attorneys who handle their legal cases at no charge. The Parent Guidance Center provides parenting courses and parent support groups for parents of children aged 0-18 years old.
Child care is offered for program participants.
The Samaritans of the Monadnock Region works to assist people in crisis and prevent suicide through a confidential 24-hour hotline, support groups and community education. Women's Crisis Services of the Monadnock Region provides assistance to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Last year WCS had 9,997 contacts with 1,668 individuals including battered women and men, sexual assault survivors, and victims of stalking and harassment.