Rise for baby and family has been providing supports and services to infants and toddlers and their families in the Monadnock Region since 1981. Rise serves over 250 children birth to three annually with early intervention and child care programs. Parenting is both rewarding and challenging. All parents need the support of others to gain perspective, to share resources, and to develop strategies. Therefore, the mission of Rise for baby and family is to: - Assist in identifying infants and toddlers with a variety of special needs and provide quality services to encourage optimal early development. - Recognize the uniqueness of families and provide them with the support needed in their child’s early years. - Provide community leadership assuring comprehensive services for young children and their families.