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In Laconia, something powerful is happening behind the quiet doors of 11 Jameson Street. This formerly single-family house is being transformed into three permanent supportive apartments for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities — individuals who are ready to live independently, but who, until now, have had few options beyond living with parents, entering foster care, or being placed in a 24/7 facility. Thanks to a partnership between LRCD and Lakes Region Community Services, Jameson Street Apartments will be the first of its kind in the Lakes Region — a model for what inclusive, independent living can look like in our community. Construction is nearly complete inside. But the outside? It still needs help. Announcing the 2025 NH GIVES DAY Fundraising Campaign for LRCDWhat’s Still Needed Due to escalating construction costs, the final renovation budget didn’t include any landscaping or outdoor work. That’s where our community comes in.We’re launching a one-day fundraising campaign on NH Gives Day to raise $12,400 for:
Three Ways You Can Help Learn more about the project here. Save the DateNH Gives Day is coming soon — June 10-11. We’ll be sharing the full story behind Jameson Street, the impact of each donation tier, and how you can help us cross the finish line. Stay tuned. Together, we can create a home that reflects the dignity, independence, and potential of the people who will live there. Partner with us to CREATE A CHALLENGEWe're inviting our loyal supporters to take early action and help us build momentum before the giving day begins. Right now, we are looking for donors interested in providing a challenge match to encourage even more community participation on NH Gives Day. If you’re able to commit a match amount (big or small), it will be used to double the impact of donations during our 24-hour campaign. This is one of the most effective ways to inspire giving — and a powerful step you can take today. To provide a match gift, contact Carmen Lorentz at [email protected] (603) 524-0747 x110 HELP US TURN THIS INTO THIS... Realtor Give Back Day On April 24th, Volunteers from the Lakes Region Board of Realtors spent a day helping us spruce up two duplexes at 365 & 371 South Main Street in Laconia. Volunteers raked up leaves, picked up litter, painted exterior trim, and painted interior walls in common areas. This was a great way for these local realtors and partners to give back to the Laconia community. We are so grateful for their volunteer service! Pictured above from left to right: Jane Jordan, Megan Colby, Crystal Bullerwell, Angela Smith, Wendy Bagley, Lori Borrin, Eric Petel, Travis Cole, Kelly Beebee, Scott Knowles, Paula Finigan, Emily Mulcahy, Bob Rafferty, Caitlin Meaney. Not pictured: Libby Talbot BNH Donates Furniture for Bay Street As part of their recent move into their new building, Bank of New Hampshire generously gifted us some beautiful office furniture that they no longer needed. This enabled us to fully furnish the tenant lounge at Bay Street Apartments, providing a comfortable place for tenants to socialize or enjoy a change of scene from their small efficiency apartments. Pictured above from left to right: Carmen Lorentz of LRCD; Tiffany Baert, VP – Marketing Officer, Bank of New Hampshire; and Senia LaForte of Lakes Region Mental Health Center in the fully furnished tenant lounge at Bay Street Apartments. NH Needs More Housing for Renters with Extremely Low IncomeAccording to The Gap, New Hampshire has 40,683 renter households with extremely low income. For every 100 of these households, there are only 39 apartments affordable to them. And 68% of renter households with extremely low income in NH spend more than 50% of their monthly income on rent and utilities, meaning they are severely housing cost-burdened. The lack of housing affordable to people with extremely low income is the primary driver of increasing homelessness. Legacy Giving |
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