Contact Information
67 Water Street, Suite 205
Laconia, NH 03246
Phone: (978)894-4887
e-Fax: (866) 880-6441
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Darlene Hayden– Regional Director, Laconia, NH

As Regional Director, Darlene oversees all NH locations for Work Opportunities Unlimited. She took on this role in July of 2021. She was promoted into the role of Regional Director in February 2018 from her position as Director, where she oversaw the implementation of services with the Department of Developmental Services, Department of Children and Families, Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, and Department of Youth Services.
A graduate of Fitchburg State College with a degree in elementary education and a concentration in psychology, Darlene was drawn to Work Opportunities after recognizing that the organization’s mission and core values closely aligned with her desire to work with youth and help make a difference in people’s lives.
Darlene participates in the Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Developmental Services Steering Committee. She spends her remaining free time with her family, traveling, and attending her son’s sporting events.
Office News
Success Story – Landon
Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) strives to partner with a variety of reputable businesses to provide diverse career opportunities for people with barriers to employment. Recently, WOU expanded its relationship with Covenant Living, a retirement organization, [...]
Success Story – Steve
Steve has been with Work Opportunities Unlimited since 2000, and he is one of our busiest clients in the Manchester, NH market! His endless supply of energy powers him through two jobs, volunteering, and a [...]
Power of Connectivity – Josh Minerella
Josh Minerella’s path at Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) is a bit unconventional, with one year as a Career Resource Specialist, a relocation, and a return to WOU in a new capacity. WOU is happy to [...]
Success Story – Kathryn
Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) helps clients with disabilities find meaningful employment and develop the skills they need to succeed. With WOU’s on-the-job support, some individuals may even surprise themselves with how much they grow! One [...]
WOU Presents Gift of Gratitude to Savers
L to R: Client John C., CRS Gina O., CRS Khristina H., Savers Manager Heather G., Client Tanya M., WOU Director Will E., WOU President David D. Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU)’s Lowell, MA [...]
Success Story – Tanya M.
In order to help their clients find meaningful employment, Work Opportunities Unlimited relies on its partnerships with local and national employers. Savers, an organization with over 300 thrift stores nationwide, is one such partner. Savers [...]