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Family Support & Services Director

May 1, 2025

The Grapevine Family & Community Resource Center is a community based non-profit organization located in Antrim, NH and serves families and individuals of the Eastern Monadnock region and beyond. We are committed to offering inclusive, respectful and welcoming programs and services to our community. We take pride in our friendly, team-oriented work environment and are seeking an experienced individual to lead our Family Support & Services. 

The Family Support & Services Director is primarily an administrative and managerial role, and oversees all aspects of family programming at the Grapevine. Additional responsibilities of this position include community outreach and direct family support, as needed. This position is currently being offered as a part time position of 20 – 25 hours per week, with the opportunity to grow into a full time role. It requires an on site presence, though remote work and flexible hours will also be considered. 

Our staff hold diverse skills, educational and professional backgrounds, as well as lived experience. We recognize that there is not one “type” of qualified candidate for this position and encourage applications from individuals who take a genuine interest in this role and bring the following skills, experience and qualities: 

  • Excellent listening and interpersonal skills, a person who is consistent, respectful, and nonjudgmental; recognizes individual/family strengths and achievements; 
  • Strong verbal, writing and administrative skills with attention to detail, accuracy and task completion 
  • Visionary leader with a commitment to improving families’ lives, who will consistently seek opportunities for program improvement and growth; 
  • Leads programs with a strengths- based approach to family support, including knowledge of and experience with the Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework; 
  • Experience working in prevention based programs with children and families; 
  • Values partnership with families, living out a mantra at the Grapevine of “meeting people where they are at”; 
  • Experience managing multiple staff with diverse backgrounds; takes a collaborative approach to supervision; 
  • Thrives in a team based setting and enjoys collective problem solving 

Also a plus: 

  • Experience in grant writing and/or research 
  • Familiarity with New Hampshire Family Resource Centers 
  • Working knowledge of Google suite 
  • Bi-lingual / Spanish speaker 
  • Four year or advanced degree in Human Services/Family Studies/Child Development or related field 

Range of compensation for this position is $24 – $27 per hour, commensurate with related experience and education/training. Other benefits for this part-time position include: 

  • Paid time off annually plus 10 paid holidays 
  • Flexible Savings Account with employer contribution 
  • Employer retirement contribution (Simple IRA plan) 
  • Paid Family and Medical Leave 
  • Support for your professional development plus tuition reimbursement 
  • Opportunities for remote work and flexible scheduling, as appropriate 

The Family Support & Services Director reports to the Grapevine’s Executive Director and is part of a team-based, two generational approach to family support. The Grapevine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and resume by email to info [at] grapevinenh [dot] org, addressed to Melissa Gallagher, Executive Director by Friday, May 23, 2025. No phone calls please. 

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Brenda Hennessy

April 2, 2025

Brenda Hennessy

Children’s Enrichment

Hello, I’m Brenda. I always knew I wanted to be a part of The Grapevine in some way and here I am. I read, sing and create imaginary play with the children in the Better Beginnings and Hillsborough playgroup programs. I am also a volunteer for TACO (Teens Are Cooking Organization), a program of our Avenue A Teen Center.

Previously, my life was very busy working at Osram Sylvania in the stockroom and as a dedicated on-call EMT for the Antrim Ambulance for 22 years. In my career I found my passion as an instructor for the Academy of First Response. Most weekends I would travel to surrounding towns teaching the practical skills for new EMTs. It was a great way to give back to my community. Eventually, it was time to slow down and in 2023 I retired from Osram Sylvania after 44 amazing years.

I am happy in this new chapter of my life. I get to be a part of my community in a different way and it has been so rewarding! I’m so blessed to have a wonderful family and supportive friends. I live in Antrim with my husband where we raised our daughters. We have 3 wonderful grandchildren. If I am not working, I like to enjoy a hot cup of tea with my husband and play with our precious cat Meeka!

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Maureen Troy

April 15, 2024

Maureen Troy

Out & About Co-Leader

Hi, I’m Maureen.  My first experience with the Grapevine was in 2021 when my daughter attended the Learning Vine preschool.  The following year my other daughter attended the Learning Vine.  As a family we also joined the Stay and Play group and attended special Grapevine events such as the annual Spring Walk and Snow Families Play Date.  

The Grapevine has been a wonderful place for me and my family to connect with other families, enjoy the creativity of play and support others in our communities. 

I have a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art and Italian from Connecticut College and a Master of Science in Early Childhood Education from Saint Joseph’s University.  I taught second grade in Nashua and Amherst before staying home to raise my children in Francestown. Originally from Pennsylvania, I’ve also worked at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and taught many children to swim through swim lessons and swim coaching.  I love outdoor adventures, swimming, hiking, painting, running and especially spending time with my family.  I love living in the Monadnock region and taking advantage of all the wonderful local beauties and businesses.  I am excited to join the team at the Grapevine to lead outdoor adventures for families in our area.

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We are a Designated Family Resource Center of Quality

February 1, 2022

The Grapevine is proud to announce that we have been designated a Family Resource Center of Quality!  This designation involved a rigorous application process involving our full staff, Board of Directors and volunteers.  We are honored to receive this recognition from the NH Wellness & Primary Prevention Council and wanted to share this great news with all of you!

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Community Wood Bank

October 15, 2021


Please note for the 2024/2025 season, our wood supply will be limited. We will not be able to accept wood donations this season.

If you are in need of wood this season, please contact us at 603-588-2620.

Due to a limited supply of firewood, the wood bank is intended for urgent and emergency use only. The Grapevine also assists callers with long-term heating resources through the Southern NH Services fuel and electric assistance program.

The wood bank serves residents of Antrim, Bennington, Hancock, Francestown and nearby towns; and runs on donated wood and volunteer labor.

Contact us to be a part of the Community Woodbank Team!

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Lisa Swarbrick

May 4, 2020

Lisa Swarbrick

Financial Coordinator & Office Administrator

Hi, I’m Lisa Swarbrick and I am excited to be the Financial Coordinator/Office Manager of the Grapevine. Since starting here, I have felt that everything I have done in my life were steps leading me here.

I worked for one company for many years where I grew professionally and wore many hats. Throughout those years, I held positions of Office Manager, Accounting Manager, and Human Resource Director. 

During my career, I also raised a family and did my best to make time for volunteer efforts. My most rewarding volunteer work was as a tutor at our local Adult Learning center. I assisted students in working to obtain their GED, as well as, those working to obtain citizenship. Later, I joined a committee that was seeking volunteers to help maintain the local hiking trails. It wasn’t long after, thinking that I was just going to help out a little bit here and there, that I then became the Chairperson for 7 years for the Friends of North Andover Trails Committee.

As a new resident to the area, I am so happy to have found a place where I can apply my experience and skills into an organization and a community that puts family and well-being as their first priority.

Whenever not working, I can be found landscaping, gardening, creating memories with my grandchildren, or planning & hosting social events; especially themed tea parties.

Get in touch with Lisa

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