The Compass

The Compass

Immunizations

Immunization is our best defense in the fight against vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccines are provided free of charge for all children through 18 years of age.

Immunization services are provided during specified clinic times and all clients are reminded to bring a copy of your current immunization record with you. Go to https://www.manchesternh.gov/Departments/Health/Clinics/Immunization for current
clinic times.

Manchester Health Department Dental Care Program

The City of Manchester Health Department works with the Manchester School District to bring dental care to children in need at Manchester’s elementary, middle, and high schools. Dental care is provided on a dental van at each school during school hours by a certified Public Health Dental Hygienist and, when needed, a licensed dentist. Students can also be referred to local dental offices for ongoing dental care. The program serves an average of 600 students each school year at all 21 Manchester public schools.

Meals and Food Pantry Program

With support from the USDA Child and Adult Care Program, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester operates a year-round meals and food pantry program for Club members and families. Breakfast and dinner is offered each weekday. The USDA Summer Food Service Program extends meals to Club members and families and the general public.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester Summer Programs

Summer starts at the Club! There’s something for every age at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester Summer Programs! From outdoor adventure and classic day-camp fun to hands-on STEM learning and teen leadership opportunities, we’ve got your family covered. Our programs are engaging and affordable. Designed to help kids and teens build confidence, friendships, and lifelong memories.

Kidz Kamp (K & Grade 1)
Camp Foster (Grades 2–7)
STEM Launch Lab (Grades 5–8)
Tween/Teen Full Day (Grades 6–12)
Tween/Teen Drop-In (Grades 6–12)

For more information about each program, visit bgcgm.org/summer-programs

The programs run out of both the Union Street Clubhouse at 555 Union Street, Manchester, NH and Camp Foster at 36 Camp Allen Road, Bedford, NH.

Jewett St. School After School Program

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester, with approval of the Manchester School District and in cooperation with Jewett Street School, operates an after-school program for students in Grades K-4. The program is based in the school and staffed by Boys & Girls Club program leaders under the direction of Elizabeth Bermudez. The State of NH Child Care Licensing Bureau licenses this program.

$25 Annual Membership Fee

$105 per week – After School Program Only
$75 per week – Before School Program Only (Available at Union Street Clubhouse Only)
$140 per week – Before & After School Programs

This program is run at 130 South Jewett Street, Manchester, NH.

Highland-Goffe’s Falls After School Program

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester, with approval of the Manchester School District and in cooperation with Highland Goffe’s Falls School, operates an after-school program for students in Grades K-4. The program is based in the school and staffed by Boys & Girls Club program leaders under the direction of Nichole St. Onge. The State of NH Child Care Licensing Bureau licenses this program.

$25 Annual Membership Fee

$105 per week – After School Program Only
$75 per week – Before School Program Only (Available at Union Street Clubhouse Only)
$140 per week – Before & After School Programs

This program is run at 1 Beatrice Lawrence Drive, Manchester, NH.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester – Union Street Clubhouse

The Union Street Clubhouse located at 555 Union Street provides out of school enrichment program and mentoring for Manchester’s youth in grades K-12. Includes both before and after school latchkey programming.

Easterseals Residential & Educational Services

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) Amiko Youth Program

The Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) Amiko Youth Program is aimed to better serve the needs of the New American community in Manchester, NH and provide a pathway to higher education.

YMCA Early Learning Center

Our program stimulates children’s intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth. We provide a highly trained staff in a warm, caring, and fun environment that encourages their natural curiosity and personal expression. Our age-appropriate curriculum helps academically engage children while emphasizing social skills, imaginative play, and motor development. Children participate in fun physical activities and character-building programs such as:

  • Group games & team-building activities
  • Physical education classes
  • Story time and reading
  • Arts & crafts
  • Before and after school care
  • Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack
  • Comprehensive Early Learning Curriculum
  • Swimming Lessons

All of our programs and activities incorporate the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. When your child is enrolled full-time in the Early Learning Center, you receive a FREE family membership.

YMCA Camp Programs

Welcome to summer at The Granite YMCA. We provide affordable, quality summer experiences with convenient options such as extended camp hours, transportation, and sibling discounts. Whether you’re considering a traditional day camp, a specialty camp, or one of our overnight camps, summer at the Y is filled with excitement, adventure, new friends, lifelong memories, and most of all discovery! With camp programs based on the Y values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, we provide children with a priceless experience in a safe and supportive environment where their safety is our top priority.

YMCA START

YMCA START is a research-based after school program serving 125 low-income students from Henry Wilson and Beech Street Schools. The curriculum includes 2.5 hours daily of academic tutoring, physical fitness, life skills, nutrition, arts, 21st century skills, character development and teamwork. Eighty-two percent of our participants speak a language other than English at home, so START helps families who need support understanding American culture and schools. Last year, 75% of START students were recognized as citizens of the month by their schools and all students in the program advanced a minimum of two reading levels.

Y’s After School Programs

There’s plenty for kids and parents to love about the Y’s Before & After School Programs. Kids get to experiment with their new knowledge, move their bodies, and be surrounded by positive adult role models. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories. And, of course, it’s fun too! In our care, your child will receive homework support, outdoor play, nutrition & fitness curriculum, healthy snacks, enrichment (STEM, creative arts, and more), character development, choice time, and more! Sibling discounts are available.

The Granite YMCA: Downtown Manchester Membership

Membership types are based on all members living within the same household. Membership types can be changed based on the members’ needs. We offer two tiers of membership participation: facility membership for full service facility usage and community membership for access to programs. As a Facility Member, you have access to all of our branches. You can utilize in-house fitness programs such as group fitness classes, fitness coaching, indoor cycling, yoga and other walk-in classes at all facilities or simply come play basketball during open gym, swim laps, and enjoy the pool during open swim at select branches. Facility Members also benefit from significant program discounts (up to 50% off), 25% off the YMCA’s camping programs, and have registration priority on Y classes and programs.

SEE Science School and Community Programs

SEE Provides a variety of school and community STEM based programs in outreach and in-person formats.

For more information, visit our website!

SEE Summer Camp

SEE hosts multiple summer day camps each year. Educators use proven techniques to encourage kids to build their skills and confidence, apply their creativity, and have fun during all of our camp activities.

For more information, visit our website!