New Futures

09/02/2026

We asked Sarah, Community Engagement Coordinator, what the biggest mistake people make when advocating is, and her answer might surprise you. 👀 Now it’s your turn: drop your take in the comments! 👇

09/01/2026

🍂 September is !

In New Hampshire, which is tied for the second oldest state in the nation, New Futures and NHAHA Advocacy are working toward a future where all Granite Staters can age where and how they choose.

We’re advocating for:
✨ A strong System of Care for Healthy Aging
✨ Age-friendly communities
✨ Support for caregivers and families

Learn about our work to improve the health and well-being of all Granite Staters as they age at new-futures.org/issues/healthy-aging.

08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. This year's theme is 25 Years On. Still Needed.

Overdose touches every community in New Hampshire, and it's preventable. At New Futures, we advocate for state policies that save lives: harm reduction, treatment access, and smart prevention.

Learn more and get involved at overdoseday.com.

08/26/2026

"New Hampshire's newest data on youth mental health gives us real reason for hope. The share of high schoolers reporting their mental health was not good most or all of the time has dropped ten points since 2021, down to about one in four students today. More teens report feeling connected to their communities than ever before. That progress is the result of sustained investment in youth mental health services, and it tells us that when we invest, it works.

We commend Governor Kelly Ayotte and Attorney General Formella for their leadership in securing this settlement and holding Meta accountable for the harm its products have caused young users. We're also encouraged by the new default protections Meta must put in place, from daily time limits to nighttime access blocks to stronger parental controls. Just as important, we commend the Governor for her clear commitment to directing these funds toward children's behavioral and mental health supports. That is exactly where this investment belongs.

Nearly one in four New Hampshire high schoolers still say their mental health is not good most of the time, and families in rural communities in particular still face long waits and limited access to care. This settlement is a rare opportunity to build on the progress already underway and close that gap for good. We look forward to working with the Governor, the Attorney General, and lawmakers to ensure these funds translate into lasting, accessible mental health resources for New Hampshire kids and families."

—Emma Sevigny, Senior Policy Director, Children's Behavioral Health, New Futures

CONCORD, N.H.—Earlier today, Governor Kelly Ayotte announced that New Hampshire could receive up to $224 million f…

08/26/2026

After 25+ years advocating for New Hampshire's older adults, our Healthy Aging Policy Director, Judith Jones, is retiring! 👏

From helping draft the landmark 2023 System of Care for Healthy Aging legislation to this year's wins on family caregiver support and Medicare Savings Programs, Judith's fingerprints are on some of the biggest advocacy victories for older Granite Staters.

Judith will be missed tremendously at New Futures, but we’re deeply appreciative of all the work she’s done to make our state a better place to age. Thank you, Judith, for your expertise, your energy, and your ability to make even the hardest of days fun. ❤️🩵

Read more about Judith’s accomplishments: new-futures.org/post/Celebrating-Judith.

08/18/2026

🎟️ Registration is now OPEN for our first-ever New Futures Policy + Advocacy Conference: Speaking Up for What Matters!

Join us on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord for a full day dedicated to demystifying New Hampshire's legislative process and building practical skills to find your voice in it.

➡️ Find the full agenda and register at conference.new-futures.org!

08/17/2026

08/13/2026

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our ice cream social yesterday! 🍦 It was great to see so many advocates and partners over a delicious treat. If you missed it and still want to connect, let us know in the comments and we’ll get you in touch with our Community Engagement team!

08/12/2026

This morning, New Futures was proud to recognize the New Hampshire Liquor Commission Division of Enforcement & Licensing (NH State Liquor Enforcement) for their outstanding work on enforcement and regulation of addictive products in our state. Over the years, they’ve partnered with us on prevention-based alcohol and to***co policies, education and enforcement of “Alcohol To-Go” laws, and most recently assisted with the passage of SB 624 and HB 1630, new laws banning intoxicating hemp-derived THC products and nitrous oxide (whippits) in the state.

We’re grateful for this team’s partnership and dedication, and glad we could share some bagels, coffee, and a well-earned recognition with them! 🏆

08/11/2026

Join us today at noon to learn about aging in New Hampshire, and how our state policies impact us at every stage of life. There’s still time to register!