Community Support Network Inc.

Community Support Network Inc. Community Support Network, Inc. (CSNI) is a non-profit organization that works in support of the ten Area Agencies throughout the state of New Hampshire.

(CSNI), established in 1995, is the association of the ten Area Agencies in New Hampshire providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders. At the heart of what we do is a core belief that the system of supports and services to individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders functions best when all of its elements are working t

ogether. CSNI provides support to the area agencies through:
• Legislative Advocacy and Education to families, staff and legislators
• Intensive Treatment Services Oversight Coordination
• Centralized eligibility reviews
• Centralized purchasing of group benefits and online learning management systems
• Centralized coordination of many business and regulatory functions affecting all 10 Area Agencies

Our Mission:
It is the mission of CSNI to promote, support and advance the local area agencies in their efforts to maintain and evolve the comprehensive community-based system of long term supports and services. Our Vision:
It is the vision of CSNI that all individuals who experience developmental disabilities or acquired brain disorders will experience a life of full community inclusion. Our Values:
• Collaboration, bringing together the collective power of families, agencies and government to fulfill our mission.
• Empowerment, strengthening the ability of those we serve to determine their own best course.
• Inclusion, where nobody is left out of the community and all are valued equally. Change Belief Statements:
• The Area Agency System was developed as part of the service delivery system in NH, ensures person centered planning is at the core of the system, and provides the only safety net for individuals and families, and should remain intact.
• Service Delivery System evolution is necessary and should encompass the needs of the individuals and families we serve as evidenced by their input (nothing about us without us).
• Service Delivery System evolution should improve the quality of life and choice of services for individuals experiencing a developmental disability or acquired brain disorder.
• The use of information technology in both the administration of services and service delivery itself is vital to the sustainability of our service delivery system. Data Integration between the Area Agency and the Bureau of Developmental Services should be a fundamental goal of information technology projects and spending by BDS/DHHS.
• When regulatory and administrative changes threaten the quality of services, choice of services and control of services, and increase the costs for providing services, individuals and families must be engaged to advocate and impact law, regulations and government relations.

Do you want to learn more about the changes to Medicaid that are coming? How will they impact you and your family? Plan ...
04/22/2026

Do you want to learn more about the changes to Medicaid that are coming? How will they impact you and your family? Plan to join NH Medicaid Matters for more information on May 18th in Manchester for a community conversation!

🗓️ Join NH Medicaid Matters for a local community conversation in Manchester, NH on Monday, May 18th at 5:30pm at the New Hampshire Food Bank! This event will provide updates on the upcoming changes to Medicaid and how they will impact your community. Refreshments will be provided to all attendees.
🔗 Register Now: https://rebrand.ly/medicaidmanchester

A huge thanks to Angela Fletcher of Monadnock Developmental Services, along with support from the NH Council on Developm...
04/11/2026

A huge thanks to Angela Fletcher of Monadnock Developmental Services, along with support from the NH Council on Developmental Disabilities, Disability Rights Center - NH, and the Institute on Disability, for developing these icon-based voting requests for polling sites.

This tool is designed to meet WCAG AAA accessibility standards, supporting natural communication and usability for individuals with diverse needs. It can be downloaded at https://csni.org/legislative-updates

April celebrates Autism Awareness Month and World Autism Awareness Day, shining a light on acceptance, understanding, an...
04/02/2026

April celebrates Autism Awareness Month and World Autism Awareness Day, shining a light on acceptance, understanding, and the unique strengths of the autism community 💙

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In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month this March, the Brain Injury Association of America has published a 2026 State ...
03/19/2026

In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month this March, the Brain Injury Association of America has published a 2026 State of Brain Injury Report.

Follow the link to check it out: https://biausa.org/public-affairs/public-awareness/news/biaa-publishes-new-state-of-brain-injury-report

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Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Family Support Conference Of New Hampshire! Taking place in Concord again, this ye...
03/03/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Family Support Conference Of New Hampshire! Taking place in Concord again, this year's conference is scheduled for April 24th and 25th, 2026. Northern Human Services PathWays NH Lakes Region Community Services Community Bridges Monadnock Developmental Services Gateways Community Services The Moore Center One Sky Community Services Community Partners NH Community Crossroads

📅 April 24–25, 2026
📍 McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center & Grappone Conference Center

Join families, self-advocates, professionals, and community members from across New Hampshire for two days of learning, connection, resources, and fun!

✔️ Engaging workshops
✔️ Valuable vendors
✔️ Networking opportunities
✔️ A supportive and welcoming community

Workshops are open to all ages; however, some subject matter may not be appropriate for all individuals.

👉 Interested in attending? Please contact your Family Support Coordinator for more information and to begin the registration process.

If you are not eligible for family support and would prefer to self register, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981587787415?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please share this post to help us spread the word — we can’t wait to see you there!

Another month of awareness, advocacy, and celebrating strength 💙 March brings us together to celebrate Developmental Dis...
03/01/2026

Another month of awareness, advocacy, and celebrating strength 💙 March brings us together to celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, and Trisomy Awareness Month - honoring resilience, inclusion, and the strength of these incredible communities.

International Wheelchair Day recognizes independence, accessibility, and the freedom mobility makes possible.

World Down Syndrome Day celebrates acceptance, joy, and the amazing contributions of individuals with Down syndrome.

Purple Day for Epilepsy shines a light on strength, awareness, and support for those living with epilepsy.

Northern Human Services PathWays NH Lakes Region Community Services Community Bridges Monadnock Developmental Services Gateways Community Services The Moore Center One Sky Community Services Community Partners NH Community Crossroads

Click the link to check out the newly updated Accessible Recreation Map brought to you by the NH Council on Developmenta...
02/28/2026

Click the link to check out the newly updated Accessible Recreation Map brought to you by the NH Council on Developmental Disabilities. You can use this map to find locations of accessible parks, trails, playgrounds, and activities/organizations throughout the state. Please feel free to share this map with your friends, families, and community.

https://www.nhcdd.nh.gov/publications-and-resources/resources/accessible-recreation-map

February is a month of love, strength, and community. We honor individuals and families impacted by Turner Syndrome, fee...
02/13/2026

February is a month of love, strength, and community. We honor individuals and families impacted by Turner Syndrome, feeding tube journeys, congenital heart differences, Angelman Syndrome, and rare diseases. We'd like to take a moment to celebrate resilience, hope, and the power of support.

Turner Syndrome Awareness Month celebrates strength, resilience, and the power of community support.

Feeding Tube Awareness Week honors the tools and journeys that help people grow, heal, and thrive.

Congenital Heart Defect Week celebrates heart warriors and the hope created through care and innovation.

International Angelman Day shines light on joy, love, and the beauty of unique minds.

Rare Disease Day celebrates connection, advocacy, and hope for families around the world.

Northern Human Services, PathWays NH , Lakes Region Community Services , Community Bridges , Monadnock Developmental Services , Gateways Community Services , The Moore Center , One Sky Community Services , Community Partners NH , Community Crossroads

Join this free webinar on Wednesday, February 18th for an update on what's happening with Medicaid at the federal and st...
02/13/2026

Join this free webinar on Wednesday, February 18th for an update on what's happening with Medicaid at the federal and state level and what it could mean for New Hampshire residents. This presentation will include a panel discussion that includes parents and professionals from NH’s Area Agencies, discussing the ways that upcoming Medicaid changes could impact people with I/DD, Brain Injuries, and their families.

Register for the Medicaid Webinar: https://www.nhneedsmedicaid.com/events

Northern Human Services PathWays NH Lakes Region Community Services Community Bridges Monadnock Developmental Services Gateways Community Services The Moore Center One Sky Community Services Community Partners NH Community Crossroads

01/17/2026

ALERT! Tonight's Lights for Dignity event, hosted by ABLE NH and People First, has been cancelled due to inclement weather. Stay safe, everyone! Northern Human Services PathWays NH Lakes Region Community Services Community Bridges Monadnock Developmental Services Gateways Community Services The Moore Center One Sky Community Services Community Partners NH Community Crossroads

Please join CSNI tomorrow as we gather alongside ABLE NH and People First of NH to remember those in our community who h...
01/16/2026

Please join CSNI tomorrow as we gather alongside ABLE NH and People First of NH to remember those in our community who have passed away. Every life deserves respect, dignity, and safety - no matter what.

Northern Human Services
PathWays NH
Lakes Region Community Services
Community Bridges
Monadnock Developmental Services
Gateways Community Services
The Moore Center
One Sky Community Services
Community Partners NH
Community Crossroads

🕯️ Lights for Dignity: Candlelight Vigil 🕯️
Shine a light for justice

ABLE NH and People First of NH invite you to join us for a candlelight vigil at the NH Statehouse.

📅 January 17
⏰ 4:30–5:00 PM
📍 NH Statehouse

Reporting by the NH Bulletin has brought forward painful truths about abuse, neglect, and loss within New Hampshire’s developmental disability system. These are not just stories. Stephen and Christine were real people. They had names, families, and lives that mattered.

We will light candles to honor those who have passed away and to stand with people who are still at risk of being neglected or abused. This vigil is a time to come together, to grieve together, and to say clearly that dignity, safety, and belonging are not optional.

Disability is not the problem. The problem is systems that fail to protect people and communities that do not always see what is happening. People with disabilities are leaders, neighbors, and valued members of our communities. Being supported does not make someone less than. And anyone can become disabled at any time in life.

We also stand with the disability support workforce. Direct Support Professionals and others who provide care deserve respect, strong training, fair pay, and real career paths. These are not “warm bodies.” They are people with warm hearts doing critical work.

This vigil is also a call to action. Silence allows harm to continue. Connection keeps people safer. Advocacy matters. Nothing about us without us.

Please join us as we shine a light for dignity, remembrance, and change.

🕯️ Organized by People First of NH and ABLE NH

Address

10 Ferry Street, Ste 309
Concord, NH
03301

Telephone

+16032291982

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