COVID-19 Support Services
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused great disruption to the lives of many Salem residents. The following links are intended to assist residents in connecting with the resources available to help.
Temporary emergency assistance to eligible low-income Salem residents is available through the Town of Salem Human Services office (603-890-2130).
Education
- Salem School District- COVID-19 and remote learning information
- NH Dept. of Education:
- VLACS- Webinars to help parents with remote learning
- FAQs on remote instruction
Food/Nutrition
- Salem School District food service- available for all Salem children under the age of 18
- Meals on Wheels- Meal delivery 603-893-2137
- SNAP- Food stamps
- Visit www.nheasy.nh.gov to apply
- Bread of Life Food Pantry- 603-893-0305, 171 Zion Hill Road (extended hours and drive through pick-ups)
- Pleasant Street United Methodist Church Food Pantry- 603-898-2501, 8 Pleasant Street
- Saints Mary & Joseph Parish Food Pantry- 603-893-8661 ext 131, 40 Main Street
- We Care Charity Food Pantry- 603-824-6961, 224 N Broadway Unit 14 D10
Transportation
- CART- Shared ride shuttle service for essential trips
- Greater Salem Caregivers- Rides from volunteers
Health
Housing
- NH Emergency Order #4- Prohibits landlords from beginning eviction proceedings
- Salem Housing Authority
Recovery
Domestic Violence
- YWCA- 24/7 confidential hotline: 1-603-668-2299
- Haven- 24/7 confidential support:1-603-994-SAFE (7233)
Employment
- NH Employment Security- State Unemployment Benefits
- US Department of Labor- Federal Unemployment Benefits
Financial Assistance
- Economic Impact Payments (Stimulus Checks)
- IRS- Check status and enter information
- US Treasury- Additional information and how-to videos
- Catholic Charities NH Crisis Fund- direct assistance to help individuals and families most impacted by times of crisis
- NH Lodging and Restaurant Association- Hospitality Employees Relief Fund
General Assistance
- Southern NH Services- Expanded fuel assistance program (based on last 30 days income), electric assistance, security deposit, etc. (603) 965-3029