Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital

06/01/2026

Beginning this Thursday!

Be sure to get your registration in for the new Caregiver Support Group by North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, to be held on Thursdays, beginning June 4th from 4:00pm - 5:30pm, hosted by Ashley Brown, Hospice Social Worker, Kelsea Denney, Hospice Social Worker and Derrick Fallon, Spiritual Counselor.

Planned topics are:

Week 1: Introduction to Caregiving
Week 2: Caregiver Self Care
Week 3: Contented Involvement
Week 4: Managing Behaviors and Daily Needs
Week 5: Conversation with an Expert Week 6: Family Resources

The location of the support group will be: North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency at 536 Cottage Street, Littleton, NH.

Register via QR Code or at: https://bit.ly/CaregiverSupport-NCHHHA

We look forward to meeting you, hearing your story, and providing the support and encouragement you deserve. No matter what challenges you are facing, you do not have to go through them alone. Join us in a safe, welcoming space where you can share your experiences, connect with others who understand, and receive the support you need to move forward with hope and strength.

05/31/2026

At North Country Healthcare, we’re proud to provide compassionate breast health services close to home. Schedule your screening today—because early detection saves lives.

05/28/2026

In this episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, Ren and Gavin sit down with Karen Gagnon from North Country Healthcare’s Case Management team. Known by colleagues for her extraordinary compassion, Karen shares what it means to support patients and families during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives.

Recently recognized through a DAISY Award nomination, Karen reflects on the power of empathy in healthcare, the importance of staying curious, and how asking thoughtful questions can help patients and families feel heard, understood, and supported.

This conversation explores the emotional side of healthcare work, the humanity behind case management, and the quiet leadership that happens through presence, patience, curiosity, and care.

Warm, thoughtful, and deeply grounded in mission, Karen reminds us that healthcare is ultimately about people showing up for one another.

Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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In this episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, Ren and Gavin sit down with Karen Gagnon from North Country Healthcare’s Case Management team. Known b...

05/28/2026

We hope you're join us for our new, Diabetes Support Group!

Living with diabetes comes with questions, changes, and a lot to manage. Join us for this free monthly support group, offered by Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital’s Diabetes Self Management Education Program, is a chance to learn, connect, and talk through practical ways to feel more confident in your day-to-day care.

Each month will feature helpful topics, guest speakers, and time for questions and conversation.

Location: Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in the Pearson Board Room (181 Corliss Lane, Colebrook, NH).

This program is FREE and registration isn't required. Please call us at (603)388-4305 if you have any questions about the program.

05/27/2026

A key element to be able to support healthy eating habits is to know how to budget for balanced and nutritious foods!

Join us to review practical tips and tricks for meal planning and grocery shopping! This event will be lead by Kelsey McCullough, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian.

Event Date & Time: Thursday, June 18th at 4pm
Location: Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital (Pearson Board Room)

Event is open to the public - no registration necessary.

05/26/2026

Be sure to register for the new Caregiver Support Group by North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, to be held on Thursdays, beginning June 4th from 4:00pm - 5:30pm, hosted by Ashley Brown, Hospice Social Worker, Kelsea Denney, Hospice Social Worker and Derrick Fallon, Spiritual Counselor.

Planned topics are:

Week 1: Introduction to Caregiving
Week 2: Caregiver Self Care
Week 3: Contented Involvement
Week 4: Managing Behaviors and Daily Needs
Week 5: Conversation with an Expert Week 6: Family Resources

The location of the support group will be: North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency at 536 Cottage Street, Littleton, NH.

Register via QR Code or at: https://bit.ly/CaregiverSupport-NCHHHA

We look forward to meeting you, hearing your story, and providing the support and encouragement you deserve. No matter what challenges you are facing, you do not have to go through them alone. Join us in a safe, welcoming space where you can share your experiences, connect with others who understand, and receive the support you need to move forward with hope and strength.

05/23/2026

Be sure to register to join us for the next informative, FREE Childbirth Preparation Class.

Date: Tuesday, June 16th from 5-8pm.

Location: Androscoggin Valley Hospital in the Mt. Adams Conference Room.

Be sure to see the image below with registration details for this informative FREE class!

05/22/2026

North Country Healthcare is proud to announce its providers who were recognized by their peers in the Castle Connolly "2026 Top Doctors" list, recently published by New Hampshire Magazine. This is an annual, peer-nominated list which acknowledges exceptional physicians across New Hampshire who exhibit exemplary levels of expertise, leadership, and patient care.

Congratulations to John Ford, MD, Jessica Jacobs, MD and Leon McLean, MD!

Thank you for your ongoing dedication to providing care to our communities!

05/22/2026

In this episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled:

Warm, approachable, and deeply rooted in the North Country, Derek Eastman brings both clinical expertise and genuine passion to this episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled. As a Physical Therapist, Outreach Rehab Director at AVH, and Interim Rehab Director at UCVH, Derek shares what it means to help patients regain confidence, mobility, and quality of life in a rural healthcare setting. From spine care and rehabilitation innovation to leadership, mentorship, and building strong community connections, this conversation highlights the heart behind the work. Derek also reflects on his long journey with North Country Healthcare, the evolution of rehab services, and why caring for people close to home matters so much.

Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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05/21/2026

Living with diabetes comes with questions, changes, and a lot to manage. Join us for this free monthly support group, offered by Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital’s Diabetes Self Management Education Program, is a chance to learn, connect, and talk through practical ways to feel more confident in your day-to-day care.

Each month will feature helpful topics, guest speakers, and time for questions and conversation.

Location: Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in the Pearson Board Room (181 Corliss Lane, Colebrook, NH).

This program is FREE and registration isn't required. Please call us at (603)388-4305 if you have any questions about the program.