New Hampshire Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors Association

04/15/2026

NHADACA is hosting a reference materials donation drive to support Greater Nashua Mental Health following the fire that took place in February. This fire resulted in total loss of their 440 Amherst Street building.

GNMH provided us with a wish list of items which can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/24CMXWUJG0DI2/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

Your support, whether through donating materials or sharing this initiative with your networks, will make a meaningful difference during this time.

If you have any questions or would like to coordinate a donation, please don’t hesitate to email us at development@nhadaca.org

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Email from NHADACA Support GNMH following the February fire GNMH Reference Materials Donation Drive Dear Community, We’re reaching out to share an opportunity to support Greater Nashua Mental Health f

12/05/2025

Request for proposal: New Hampshire CRSW Test Preparation Group Trainer

Deadline for submission: December 22, 2025

The Credentialing Support Partnership program at the New Hampshire Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors Association (NHADACA) invites proposals from qualified individuals or organizations to develop and facilitate a test preparation group for candidates pursuing the New Hampshire Certified Recovery Support Worker (CRSW) credential. The goal is to support participants in successfully passing the IC&RC Peer Recovery (PR) examination, which is required for CRSW certification through the New Hampshire Board of Licensing for Alcohol and Other Drug Use Professionals.

More information: https://www.nhadaca.org/testprepRFP

09/11/2025

🌟 Win Big While Supporting Our Mission! 🌟

We’re excited to launch NHADACA’s 2025 Raffle Calendar! 🎉
Every entry helps us continue strengthening New Hampshire’s substance use and behavioral health workforce - while giving YOU the chance to win amazing prizes throughout October 2025!

How it works:
✅ 1 entry = $10
✅ 31 chances to win — one prize drawn each day in October!
✅ The more entries, the higher your chance to win!

From gift cards and wellness experiences to training vouchers and local favorites, there’s something for everyone. 🙌

Don’t miss out - get your entries today and support the vital work we do across NH!

Get your entries here: https://home.nhadaca.org/forms/rafflecalendar

09/09/2025

Request for proposal: New Hampshire Test Preparation Group Trainer

Deadline for submission: September 23, 2025

The New Hampshire Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors Association (NHADACA), through the Credentialing Support Partnership, is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or organizations to provide test preparation training for candidates preparing to sit for the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADC) and Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) exams. The ideal candidate will hold a MLADC for a minimum of 5 years, in good standing. The purpose of this engagement is to support participants in strengthening their knowledge, skills, and readiness for credentialing through structured, interactive study groups. The selected trainer will provide a comprehensive review of essential content areas and facilitate group learning. This opportunity is designed for an experienced professional with a strong background in substance use counseling, clinical practice, and training facilitation.

More information: https://www.nhadaca.org/testprepRFP

09/03/2025

Request for proposal: New Hampshire CRSW Supervisor

Deadline for submission: September 17, 2025

The Credentialing Support Partnership program at the New Hampshire Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors Association (NHADACA) is seeking proposals from qualified professionals to provide external supervision to Certified Recovery Support Workers (CRSWs) in accordance with New Hampshire Board of Licensing for Alcohol and Other Drug Use Professionals (LADC Board) standards. The selected contractor will deliver professional supervision to ensure NH recovery support workers meet certification and renewal requirements, maintain ethical standards, and enhance the quality of recovery support services.

More information: https://www.nhadaca.org/crswrfp

08/28/2025

Two things can be true at the same time. ☀️⛅️

What perspective shift could be helpful for you today?

07/30/2025

INTO LIGHT Project NH exhibition – Drug Addiction: Real People, Real Stories
Opening Reception: Sat. 9/6, 2 PM – 4 PM
Plymouth State University – Silver Center for the Arts
114 Main St., Plymouth, NH
(Exhibit is open 8/25 – 11/8, Mon. – Sun., 9AM - 4PM)
Free admission.

07/17/2025

⭐Nominations for NHADACA's Annual Awards are OPEN!⭐

If you know someone in the substance use/behavioral health field who you believe deserves recognition for their work, fill out a form!

This year we've opened nominations up to the public (rather than just NHADACA members)!! We've also added a brand new award: The Emerging Leader in Healing & Recovery Award.

Learn more and nominate here: https://www.nhadaca.org/awards

07/08/2025

🌿 Join us for NHADACA’s 2nd Annual Wellness Fair: Self-Care in Action! 🌿
🗓️ Thursday, August 21, 2025 | 🕐 4:30–7:30 PM | 📍Concord, NH

This event is designed with behavioral health/substance use professionals in mind — come nourish your own wellness while discovering resources to better support those you serve.

What to Expect:
✅ A powerful presentation on Shadow Work & Subconscious Rescripting (includes 1 CEH)
✅ A variety of wellness vendors offering resources and services
✅ Food & relaxed networking with peers
✅ A wellness-focused raffle with prizes to support your self-care

You care for others — let us care for YOU.
🎟️ Register here: https://educate.nhadaca.org/products/wellness-fair-self-care-in-action-presentation-shadow-work-subconscious-rescripting-the-work-beneath-the-words-august-21-2025

06/18/2025

06/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who supported NHADACA during NH Gives! 💙 Your generosity helps us strengthen New Hampshire’s substance use workforce and expand access to vital training and resources. We’re so grateful for your continued support!

We also want to give another special thanks to Avenues Recovery Center: Find Your Way Home / Avenues Recovery Center New Hampshire for matching $500 worth of donations to increase our impact! Thank you Avenues!!