19TH ANNUAL
UNSUNG HERO AWARDS
Congratulations to our 19th 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 Leadership Month.
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Our 2026 awardees were celebrated throughout the month of February on our social media channels. Please follow us and help us celebrate our 19th Annual Unsung Heroes!!
19th Annual Unsung Heroes
Angela, Cheshire County
Brittney, Cheshire County
Charlene & Ed, Merrimack County
Heidi, Grafton County
Jacqueline, Hillsborough County
Kayla, Belknap County
Kristen, Merrimack County
Mitchell & Chris, Merrimack County
Susan, Cheshire County
This year’s Heroes were nominated by family-care professionals from family strengthening organizations and other community partners. New Hampshire’s statewide network of family support helps keep families safe, strong, and successful.
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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
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SOCIAL CONNECTIONS
A strong support system
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KNOWLEDGE OF PARENTING & CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Understands their child’s developmental needs
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SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL COMPETENCE OF CHILDREN
Shows empathy and support toward their child’s feelings
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CONCRETE SUPPORT IN TIMES OF NEED
Not afraid to ask for help or receive help when it’s needed
19th Annual Unsung Hero Awards
Selection Committee Members
Deanna LaFrazia, NH Children's Trust Executive Assistant & Project Manager
Nathalie Gagnon, NH Children's Trust Accounting Manager
Brian Beals, MD FAAP, NH Children's Trust Board Member
Rebecca Lozman-Oxman, DNP, APRN, MPH, NH Children's Trust Board Member
Gabrielle Flanders, Community Member
Julie Day, Community Member
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