Unsung Hero Awards | NH Children's Trust

16TH ANNUAL
UNSUNG HERO AWARDS

Congratulations to our 16th 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 2023 awardees and their families will be feted at a joyous celebration in February. And we will be sharing their stories throughout the month on our social media channels!

Please follow us and help us celebrate our 16th Annual Unsung Heroes!

16th Annual Unsung Heroes

Awardees

Hayley, Gorham

Jordan, Portsmouth

Michele and Sharon, Raymond

Heather, Claremont

Mumtaz, Concord

Alyssa, Tilton

Amanda, Kingston

Cordelia, Antrim

Karissa, Laconia

Cyndi and Adam, Sunapee

Rebecca, Concord

Heather, Merrimack

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

Committee

16th Annual Unsung Hero Awards