Milford Area Mediation Program

Milford Area Mediation Program
Town of Milford
1 Union Square * Milford, NH 03055
Tel: 603-672-2711 Fax: 603-672-2273

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Milford Area Mediation Program offers mediation services free to families in the greater Milford Area. Possible mediation issues are family arguments, runaways, truancy, curfews, school work, independence, and adjustment to divorce, or remarriage. Call 672-2711. Mediated Agreements Work!

The Milford Area Mediation Program, a service of the Town of Milford, offers Mediation free of charge to families in the greater Milford area. The Mediation Program is funded by Hillsborough County 6% Incentive Funds, the Town of Milford and contributions from area towns.

What is Mediation?

Mediation is a process of dispute resolution which brings families together to resolve their conflicts and to produce solutions that are acceptable and beneficial to those involved. Mediation helps alleviate the possibility of escalating stress and further disruption within families by addressing the underlying issues contributing to conflict between family members.

Who Can Benefit From Mediation?

Any family having difficulty with communication or experiencing conflict may receive mediation services free of charge Possible issues for medi ation are family arguments, runaways, truancy, curfew, parental authority, communication, school work, predelinquent activity, family responsibilities, independence, drug and alcohol use and adjustments to separation, divorce or remarriage.

How do Mediation Sessions Work?

Mediation sessions are held in private. The mediator is under oath to keep discussions confidential. The mediator listens to both sides, remains impartial and does not place blame. The mediator asks questions in order to understand what happened. The mediator helps parties to find a solution they think is fair. When a solution is reached, a written contract is made. The mediator continues to meet with the family to provide follow-up to the agreement.

How do Families Participate in Mediation?

Families may contact the Mediation Program directly if they would like to know more about mediation or would like to participate in mediation. Referrals are also made by schools, police, courts, DCYS, clergy, private practitioners, physicians or human service agencies.

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Milford Area Mediation Program
Town of Milford
1 Union Square, Milford, NH 03055
603-672-2711