AHA Moments – June 23, 2026
Welcome to this week’s “AHA Moments,” a weekly news flash regarding key events, happenings, articles, and other relevant information for our stakeholders.
NH Residents Impacted by Health Plan Marketing May Qualify for Special Enrollment
The New Hampshire Insurance Department is urging residents who enrolled in health plans marketed by Innovative Partners or American Collective in 2026 to review their coverage and explore Marketplace options. Following an FTC lawsuit alleging deceptive marketing practices, a Special Enrollment Period is open through August 10, 2026, for affected consumers to enroll in comprehensive health insurance coverage.
If you believe you were impacted, contact the Marketplace Call Center at 1-800-318-2596 or visit HealthCare.gov to determine your eligibility and secure coverage.
Expanded Support for Family Caregivers
A recently signed law expands support for grandparents, relatives, and other family caregivers across New Hampshire. The legislation improves access to childcare scholarships for retired grandparents and eligible kinship caregivers, eliminates certain childcare cost-sharing requirements for children in kinship care, and seeks to expand caregiver supports such as training, counseling, peer support, and caregiver assessments.
Upcoming Partner Events
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Webinar: Federal Fair Housing Basics
Justice in Aging will be hosting a free webinar on June 24, which will provide an introduction to the federal Fair Housing Act and how it helps protect older adults from housing discrimination and supports housing stability. Topics include fair housing protections, common issues affecting older renters, and resources for addressing housing concerns.
Register for the webinar to attend live or access the recording afterward, and explore Fair Housing resources in NH.
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Webinar: Enhancing Veteran Oral Health in New Hampshire
The NH Oral Health Coalition, in partnership with the American Institute on Disparities in Public Health, will host a free virtual event on July 10 at 12:00 PM focused on improving oral health care for veterans in New Hampshire. Participants will hear from experts, share insights, and earn one continuing education credit.
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Webinar: Bridging Health Care and Social Services for People Living With Dementia and Their Caregivers
Join the National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center on June 24 for a webinar exploring how health care systems and community-based organizations can work together to better support people living with dementia and their caregivers. Panelists will share successful approaches to coordinating care, lessons learned from implementation, and recommendations for strengthening connections between medical care and social services.
Commission on Aging Emerging Technology Taskforce
The New Hampshire State Commission on Aging recently formed a new Emerging Technology Taskforce to examine how technology can support healthy aging. Early work will include a statewide scan of existing efforts and collaboration with partners across health care, education, and aging services. The taskforce will also explore emerging tools, including AI to support caregivers, while focusing on safety, privacy, and effective implementation.
Become an American Connection Corps Host Site
The American Connection Corps is seeking nonprofit and government organizations interested in hosting AmeriCorps members dedicated to expanding digital connectivity and supporting economic prosperity in rural and digitally disconnected communities. Host Sites receive year-long support from service-minded leaders who help build local capacity while advancing community impact.
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