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Programs & Resources

Access to Addiction/Social Service Resources

  • Seacoast Mental Health Services - (603) 431-6703
  • National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) New Hampshire: (603) 225-5359;  Maine: (800) 464-6703
  • Crisis Text Line (free 24/7 confidential support via text message or people in crisis when they dial 741741
  • U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or dial (800) 273-TALK (8255)
  • Alcohol Rehab Help: An informational web guide containing free resources and information
  • NH Substance Abuse Treatment Options
  • Sober Nation Drug & Alcohol Rehab Centers in Portsmouth, NH
  • The Recovery Village: Drug Rehabilitation and Substance Abuse Resources in NH
  • Seacoast Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings
  • NH Narcotics Anonymous Meetings
  • Local Food Pantries, Soup Kitchens and Food Banks
  • DHHS: Food Stamps, TANF, Medicaid, Child Case, Child & Adult Protective Services, Child Support, Etc.
  • NH Employment Security: Employment Services
  • SNHS: Fuel Assistance, Housing, Child Development, Community Services, Etc.
  • AddictionIntervention.com for Addiction Treatment Resources
  • FreeRehabCenters.net - Providing information on non-profit, free, or cost-reduced facilities only. Helpful for those without insurance, low-income families, and people without housing, among others.

Safety Resources

  • NH Sex Offender Registry Search
  • SABR - "Dutch Reach" for Bicycle Safety: "Teach the Reach"
  • Consumer Protection Charitable Giving Fraud Alert Flyer (Covid-19)
  • Consumer Affairs: 10 Best Ways to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
  • NAPT: Bus Stop Safety Tips
  • Uber: Rider Safety Tips
  • Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety
  • RRCA General Running Safety Tips
  • AVMA Pets in Vehicles Safety
  • U.S. Dept. of Transportation FHA: Work Zone Safety for Drivers
  • NOAA: Heat Wave Safety Tips
  • NWS: Winter Weather Safety
  • NOAA: Hurricane Safety
  • National Council for Safety: A Parent's Guide to Secure Storage of Sensitive Data on Computers and Devices
  • Arash Law: A Definitive Guide to Car Seat Safety for Kids
  • Safety.com: A Woman's Guide to Personal Safety

Information For Victims

A collection of resources, contact information, and informational pamphlets for victims can be found here.

Find more information for victims

 

Internet Crime Resources

Internet crimes may be reported to different agencies online in addition to, or in lieu of, making a report to your local police department.  The public is encouraged to make reports to both the Portsmouth Police and to the appropriate federal agency hosting online reporting.

Learn more about Internet Crime Resources

 

How do I properly dispose of unwanted medication?

The Portsmouth Police Department has implemented a program where citizens from ANY jurisdiction can bring unused, expired, or otherwise unwanted drugs and medications to the police department for destruction. The Police Department houses a drug drop off box that is accessible to the public 24/7.  Please see the Station Officer at the front desk to assist you with this process.  NO NEEDLES or other hazardous materials will be accepted.

 

How do I properly dispose of personal medical sharps (needles)?

  • Dispose of sharps at home flyer (pdf) 
  • Printable labels for your at home sharps container

 

Operation I.D. (Property Engraving Program)

Operation Identification is nationally recognized by law enforcement as a citizen’s burglary prevention program for use in the home or business. This program has been used for over 30 years by police departments across the country. The program will allow the Portsmouth Police Department and other law enforcement agencies to detect stolen property and return these items to their rightful owners. The Portsmouth Police suggest using your driver’s license number when engraving. You SHOULD NOT use your social security number.

Read more about the Property Engraving Program

 

Community Alert System - Smart911

The Community Alert System is a fast communication service allowing the City of Portsmouth to notify citizens of an emergency situation. It enables the City to provide mass notifications quickly and easily. This service is free to all Portsmouth residents and businesses located within our incorporated limits.

Learn more about Smart911

 

When Stopped by Police

The Portsmouth Police Department is proud to have a very intensive traffic safety program in place. Each year, patrol officers make approximately 10,000 motor vehicle stops. This effort is made to help keep the motoring public safe. There are many different reasons why the police might stop you.

Learn more about what to do When Stopped by Police

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Police Department

Station
3 Junkins Ave. Portsmouth, NH 03801
Hours

24/7 Police Operation

Records Window Hours:

Temporarily by appointment only

M-Th: 9AM to 3PM

F: 9AM to 1PM

 

Phone
(603) 427-1500 / Special Events: (603) 610-7426
Fax
(603) 427-1510

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