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Early Childhood Services

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Childhood is a special time – it sets the trajectory for a lifetime. At Easterseals NH, we believe every child deserves the right to have access to programs and services that will enhance their growth and development. We provide a range of programs, including nationally-accredited child care, physical therapy, speech/language pathology, integrated Autism services, early interventions and more designed to foster a child’s ability to achieve their full potential.

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Child Care at Early Childhood Centers of Excellence

Easterseals NH Early Childhood Centers of Excellence are warm, joyful places where children of all abilities spend the day playing, learning, and socializing. With two Manchester locations, both Centers are fully accredited by the NAEYC and provide integrated care that may include developmental services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, and social and emotional supports. Our low child-to-teacher ratio ensures every child receives personalized care, attention, and learning opportunities. Parents agree that the nurturing classroom fosters compassion and empathy among children of all abilities and establishes a strong foundation for a child’s school years. Private pay or NH Child Care Scholarship are accepted.

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A young child crawling around in a play pen.

Children’s Therapeutic Services

Easterseals NH offers extensive outpatient services to maximize outcomes for infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with a range of conditions. Our pediatric specialists help children learn, play, and experience success as they grow, providing therapeutic services that include: occupational therapy, speech/language pathology, physical therapy, neurological diagnosis (including Autism and seizure disorders), mental health counseling and more. We also offer care coordination for children with multiple disorders. With locations in Manchester and Salem, NH, both in-office and telehealth visits are available.

Early Intervention Through Family-Centered Early Supports & Services

Easterseals NH provides critical one-to-one supports and therapies for infants and toddlers during their developmental years – birth to age three – offered at home or other natural settings. Our early intervention specialists make a positive difference in the lives of children by partnering with parents and families and providing therapies that address speech, movement, feeding, and more.

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News & Stories

  • Early childhood centers of excellence teacher and student painting in class

    April 22, 2025

    Volunteer Spotlight: Taylor’s Journey with Easterseals NH

    Taylor didn’t expect a pumpkin painting activity to shape her college experience—but a fall afternoon at Easterseals NH’s Early Childhood Centers of Excellence (ECCE) in Manchester did just that.

  • Participants in Easterseals NH’s Adult Day Program in Manchester, NH, made personalized teddy bears for the children in Easterseals NH’s West Side Early Childhood Center of Excellence, also in Manchester.

    February 14, 2025

    Crafting Love this Valentine’s Day

    An Easterseals New Hampshire program is crafting love this Valentine’s Day. Participants in Easterseals NH’s Adult Day Program in Manchester, NH, made personalized teddy bears for the children in Easterseals NH’s West Side Early Childhood Center of Excellence, also in Manchester.

  • BankProv Donates $12,500 to Easterseals NH Early Childhood Centers of Excellence

    October 14, 2024

    Easterseals NH’s Integrated Child Care Centers Gets a Boost

    BankProv has contributed $12,500 to support integrated child care at Easterseals New Hampshire’s Early Childhood Centers of Excellence (ECCE). This donation significantly impacts the children served by Easterseals NH, bolstering the organization’s mission and commitment to the families who rely on ECCE’s programs and services.

  • May 29, 2024

    Eversource Walk & 5K Run for Easterseals NH returns on June 6

    On Thursday, June 6, more than 1,000 participants will lace up and hit the streets of downtown Manchester for the 26th annual Eversource Walk & 5K Run for Easterseals NH, which starts and ends at Veteran’s Memorial Park.

  • Mother smiling at her young son while he is working on an art project in class.

    May 7, 2024

    Early Childhood Services Expand Alex’s World

    Parents and caregivers rely on Easterseals New Hampshire’s Early Childhood Services to provide their children life-changing support and services. 

  • February 5, 2024

    Shaheen pushes for more funding for child care resources

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