18TH ANNUAL
UNSUNG HERO AWARDS
Congratulations to our 18th Annual Unsung Heroes!
In an effort to acknowledge the powerful work parents do every day, NH Children’s Trust recognizes extraordinary parents, caregivers, or guardians across New Hampshire during the month of February in honor of Parent Recognition Month.
Our 2025 awardees will be celebrated throughout the month of February on our social media channels. Please follow us and help us celebrate our 18th Annual Unsung Heroes!!
18th Annual Unsung Heroes
Baylie (Bo), Sullivan County
Britta, Strafford County
Cindy, Hillsborough County
Crystal, Sullivan County
Desaraye, Sullivan County
Jennifer, Carroll County
Kaiyla, Sullivan County
Karen, Merrimack County
Kayla, Grafton County
Magdelene (Maggie), Hillsborough County
Melissa, Hillsborough County
Sandra, Hillsborough County
This year’s Heroes were nominated by family-care professionals from the Family Resource Centers and their community partners. New Hampshire’s statewide network of family support helps keep families safe, strong, and successful. Connect with your local Family Resource Center and discover family supports near you.
Unsung Heroes demonstrate the use of the Protective Factors to help strengthen their families, reduce stress, and promote family well-being! When robust, these five factors help families weather challenges and stay strong:
PARENTAL RESILIENCE
Ability to bounce back from stress
SOCIAL CONNECTIONS
A strong support system
KNOWLEDGE OF PARENTING & CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Understands their child’s developmental needs
SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL COMPETENCE OF CHILDREN
Shows empathy and support toward their child’s feelings
CONCRETE SUPPORT IN TIMES OF NEED
Not afraid to ask for help or receive help when it’s needed
18th Annual Unsung Hero Awards
Selection Committee Members
Deanna LaFrazia, NH Children's Trust Technical Data Specialist
Jen Paveglio, NH Children's Trust Office Manager
Brian Beals, MD FAAP, NH Children's Trust Board Member
Rebecca Lozman-Oxman, DNP, APRN, MPH, NH Children's Trust Board Member
Maria Doyle, Community Member
Julie Day, Community Member
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