The Grapevine

Family & Community Resource Center

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Hannah Matteson

Hannah Matteson

Avenue A Coordinator

Hi, I’m Hannah! I am a lifelong resident of the Antrim/Hillsborough area, having grown up in Washington, NH and lived in the surrounding areas for most of my life. My husband and I have four children, three dogs, one cat, and a bearded dragon. I am passionate about family, enjoying the outdoors, and family. Some of my favorite hobbies involve creating new recipes in the kitchen for loved ones and listening to audiobooks while hiking. I am a big believer in spreading joy and kindness around like its glitter-the more you use it, the more it gets into everything! 

I first became aware of The Grapevine when my teens started attending Avenue A. There is no better advertisement for a place than the positive feedback from a teen! This led to my interest in the Avenue A Coordinator position when it became available- I wanted to work for a place where my children felt safe and loved. In my role as Avenue A Coordinator, I am privileged to provide teen programming that reflects the ongoing mission of Avenue A of being a space that provides joy and acceptance to area teens. 

My background—both in my areas of study and professional experience—reflects my desire to make a positive impact in my community. I’ve loved working with young people in a variety of settings, including summer camps, before- and after-school programs, public schools, and as a behavior therapist in both clinical and school environments. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Southern New Hampshire University and a master’s in education from New England College, and I’m grateful every day to use what I’ve learned to support, encourage, and celebrate the teens I work with.

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 Administrator of Finance & Human Resources 

 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 manage our Financial Operations and Human Resources. 

The Administrator of Finance & Human Resources is primarily an administrative role. Additional responsibilities of this position include office support as needed. This position is currently being offered as a part time role 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: 

  • Has a working knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Google platform; 
  • Has a working knowledge of Quickbooks software, accounting systems and practices; 
  • Has experience running payroll and processing accounts receivable and payable; 
  • Has a working knowledge of non profit budgets; is familiar with or has a willingness to learn grant management and reporting practices; 
  • Is familiar with general needs and requirements in Human Resources including processing new hire paperwork, background checks, Benefits management and other essential activities; 
  • Has the ability to prepare and understand monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements 
  • Is familiar with or has a willingness to learn tax filing requirements such as payroll liabilities, SUTA and IRS liabilities. 
  • Excellent listening and interpersonal skills, a person who is consistent, respectful, and nonjudgmental 
  • Strong verbal, writing and administrative skills with attention to detail, accuracy and task completion 
  • Thrives in a team based setting and enjoys collective problem solving 

Also a plus: 

  • Experience using a Donor-based platform, such as Little Green Light 
  • Familiarity with New Hampshire Family Resource Centers 
  • Bi-lingual / Spanish speaker 
  • Four year or advanced degree in Accounting, Financial and Human Resource Management or related field 
  • Certification from the Society for Human Resources Management 

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 11 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 Administrator of Finance & Human Resources reports to the Grapevine’s Executive Director and is part of a team-based, two generational approach to family support. The full job description can be found below. The Grapevine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and resume by email to info[at]grapevinenh.org, addressed to Melissa Gallagher, Executive Director by Friday, March 27, 2026. No phone calls please. 

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The Unhoused in Rural New Hampshire

By Karen Pellicano, Community Health Case Coordinator

Watching the local news, chances are you’ll hear about the housing crisis in New Hampshire. You’ll see pictures of tent cities in Concord and long lines at the Friendly Kitchen. You might hear a story about how the town of Manchester is working to clear the streets downtown. If you happen to be in our larger cities, you may see people sitting on cardboard boxes, dozing on the sidewalk. It’s common to see the reality of unhoused people playing out on our screens and city streets.

Walking down Main Street in Antrim, you probably won’t find anyone sleeping in a tent. You don’t see Bennington or Hillsborough or Hancock on the news addressing the homelessness problem. Some people assume that because we don’t see it in smaller towns, it isn’t happening.

But homelessness looks different in small towns. Instead of tent cities, we have cars parked in the woods, sometimes in groups for safety, but just as often they are isolated. They are afraid that they will be found and told to move.

During the winter, many kids are sleeping on couches while parents park the car nearby. I’ve heard from a lot of families who will do whatever it takes to make sure their kids have shelter, even if it means leaving them for a while with a friend because there isn’t space for everyone.

People have said to me “I’m so lucky I have a car! I can’t imagine being homeless without a car to sleep in.” Even though the car isn’t running, and the back window has been replaced by a black trash bag, they feel lucky to have shelter.

In the warmer months, town welfare departments can help the homeless by renting them a space in a campground, where there are showers and a bit of safety. But from October to April, those options aren’t available. Bathing in the lake is a summertime solution. I read an article from the Homeless Coalition that suggested getting a Planet Fitness membership to access the showers there. But if you’re in Antrim, without a car, Planet Fitness is out of reach. Even if you have a car, it’s a 45 minute drive, using gas you can’t afford.

According to the NH Housing Authority 2025 Annual Report, there are 4,251 Section 8 housing vouchers available in NH (Section 8 is the Housing Choice Voucher program funded by the U.S. Government). The waiting list in NH has about 8,900 people. The wait time to get a section 8 housing voucher is about 9 years. Even if you have a housing voucher, you will need to find housing that accepts that voucher. Statewide, we are about 69,000 units short of the necessary housing. So finding a place to live is harder than it’s ever been before.

So, what can be done? Various towns, including Antrim, are looking closely at ways to increase affordable housing through zoning laws and the addition of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). In Peterborough recently, the community met to discuss the housing problem and how it is impacting other areas of the economy. In 2025, 1,915 new multi-family housing units were opened in NH.

Communities are seeing the crisis first hand, and people are interested in learning more about what we can do to help. There has been an increase in advocacy and town hall attendance when the subject of housing is on the agenda.

If you would like to learn more about being unhoused in a rural community, like any of our small towns, or if you would like ideas for advocacy, please reach out and let the Grapevine know. We can bring in resources and speakers to start the discussion and answer questions.

I can also recommend going to the NH Housing Authority website for more information and ideas. They have a very good short video series called Fact or Fiction that addresses some common myths we have around homelessness.

I invite everyone to become more aware of the housing situation, and the creative ways towns are trying to address it. Please contact us by filling out our inquiry form HERE to continue the conversation or, give us a call.

We are a Designated Family Resource Center of Quality

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!

Teresa Bohorquez

Teresa Bohorquez

Director of Family Supports & Services

Hi, I am Teresa and I first came to the Grapevine as a parent with my youngest shortly after I moved to the area, over 10 years ago. I have been a better mother because of my time here, and I hope to continue to grow while working here and helping others on their parenting journey. I am so excited to be a part of the team as the new Director of Family Support and Services.

In my role, I am responsible for overseeing the family support programs, connecting with the community, and ensuring our services meet the needs of local families. My previous career has focused on a combination of working with and on behalf of families, children, and neurodivergent individuals. I am passionate about creating supportive environments where children can thrive and parents can feel empowered.

I hold a Master’s in Psychology Child Development, a Bachelor’s in Psychology Liberal Arts, and two Associate degrees in Psychology and Business Administration. I have spent my career focusing on how to support families and children in a way that builds strong communities.When I’m not at the Grapevine, I love to be outdoors kayaking and hiking, or sitting by a campfire with my two kids. I also enjoy spending time with animals, taking care of my plants, and admiring interesting rocks.

Brenda Hennessy

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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