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Specialized care to residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory impairment. Tamarisk is a kosher community sponsored and developed by the Jewish Seniors Agency of Rhode Island and a Carelink Community.

Early Seekers on Saturday mornings provides food and clothing to those who are experiencing homelessness at Kennedy Plaza and Crossroads Shelter, both located in Providence. They provide 300+ bagged lunches and give out donated clothing, toiletries, and other items on a weekly basis.

Volunteers from St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Charlestown

Programs that pay all or a portion of the home heating fuel expenses of people who are unable to purchase the resources to heat their homes without assistance. Also included are non-emergency programs like those funded through the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), also referred to as LIEAP or HEAP in some states, that provide home energy assistance for low-income households that apply, usually once per calendar year; and programs that pay for firewood, propane, butane, kerosene, coal or other bulk fuels that are used for heating or cooking purposes in situations where people have no other means of acquiring them. Heating fuel payment assistance programs may have age, income, disability, need or other eligibility requirements.

The Veterans Transitional Supportive Program (VTSP) is a collaborative effort by the Rhode Island Veterans Home and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to assist homeless veterans in their return to community living. The objectives of treatment are to have each veteran achieve an optimal level of functioning mentally, physically, vocationally and socially so when community housing is located they will not experience homelessness again. Residents typically can remain in the program from six months to a year where they are assisted with substance abuse treatment, work therapy, case management services, individual counseling, medical and psychiatric treatment and discharge planning. Each veteran is expected to develop an individualized treatment plan and work with his/her case manager to resolve those issues which contributed to his homelessness.

Programs that are designed to increase public awareness of the measures that people can take to protect homes, businesses and property from the threat of fire. Fire prevention programs provide information about faulty wiring and other electrical hazards, kitchen fires, smoking risks, child-related fire safety, flammable materials storage, brush clearance, fire retardant building materials and ground cover, techniques for fighting a fire until the fire agency arrives (first aid firefighting) and other similar topics. Included are programs that inspect the homes of individual citizens and give them a report which recommends ways to protect their property as well as those that deal with fire safety in a more general way.

Provides federally subsidized housing to persons whose household incomes range from very low and moderate incomes; tenant's affordable rent is based on 30% of their adjusted income. Oversees six residential developments, including: Two elderly only: Burns Manor and John. F. Fogarty Manor Two elderly/disabled: John F. Kennedy Manor and St. Germain Manor Two for family only: Prospect Street and Galego Court

CharterCARE visiting nurse service is unique in that the clinical staff practices primary nursing. They will systematically assess, plan, deliver, and continually evaluate an individualized plan of care for each patient. Skilled Care: Clinical staff provides skilled training in the use, care and management of various medical devices including; G-tubes, J-tubes and foley catheters. We provide training in and assistance with injection therapy, oxygen therapy, ostomy care, tracheostomy care, the administration of insulin for diabetics, medication management, disease management and wound care. Advance Wound Care Every one of our nurses has been trained and is proficient in performing negative pressure wound therapy, a state of the art technology proven to significantly reduce healing time for chronic wounds. (ie: Wound Vac, Renosys and Engenex). Telemonitoring Our telemonitoring program is an adjunct to nursing visits and physician care. Upon the physician order, equipment is installed in the home for the patient. The equipment allows the patient to take daily measurements of weight, blood pressure, pulse and oxygen saturation. Results are monitored daily by an RN. Nutritional Services CharterCARE Home Health utilizes registered dieticians (RDs), food and nutrition experts who have met American Dietetic Association (ADA) criteria to earn the RD credential. RDs are available to assess a patient's nutritional needs, develop and implement nutrition programs, and evaluate and report the results.

Mary Ann Roll, Director Email: [email protected] Cumberland School Volunteers (CSV) registers both parent and community volunteers, provides training and volunteers as needed to staff at their request. Program develops additional volunteer opportunities through its own programs, which include: Reading is Fundamental (RIF) Just Friends - More Alike Than Different

Colonial Village is subsidized housing 62+, handicapped or disabled consisting of 75 units.

The Victim Services Unit provides an array of services to felony crime victims and their families and informs victims of their rights as guaranteed under the Rhode Island Constitution and the Victim's Bill of Rights. Also lead the way in environmental enforcements, promote open and transparent government, Stan up for Rhode Island workers, engage with communities, community violence intervention Advocates are assigned to victims and their families to provide guidance and support through the criminal justice process - informing them of their rights, notifying them of the status of the offender’s case, providing personal assistance at court appearances and helping them better understand and participate in the legal process. In addition, the Unit provides referrals to other victim-service provider agencies and support groups that can further assist victims with financial, legal, medical and emotional problems resulting from the crime. Unit advocates also assist prosecutors with all victim-related matters.

Public School in the Little Compton District

Connects people and opportunities for effective volunteer community service; promotes volunteerism statewide; connects people to community needs; trains volunteers and their managers to be more effective. Sponsor of Capital Region RSVP and Corporate Volunteer Programs. Income Source: United Way; local; state; foundations; contributions VOAD Contact: Claudia

Provides affordable, subsidized housing to elderly and disabled individuals or couples in Cumberland; administers Section 8 Voucher Program; Administers program at Cumberland Manor: 176 units of subsidized housing for elderly/disabled.

Family Support Center provides basic needs assistance to low income households and connects families to financial literacy and other programs to strengthen their financial condition. The Family Support Center serves low and moderate income Woonsocket residents depending on eligibility requirements for fund-specific programs.

Our substance abuse and mental health programs and services are focused on helping individuals, couples and families overcome challenges so they can be successful at home, work and in society. Our approach to treatment addresses the whole person, identifying ways we can support a person’s overall health, in addition to treating their mental health and addiction issues. Individual and family therapy Opportunities to meet with a psychiatrist Medication management, if necessary Group therapy opportunities with other people who share life issues similar to your own Developing techniques for preventing relapse Building skills for insight into addiction and recovery processes Connections to recovery supports at Anchor Recovery Community Center

Small but vital annex of the Westerly Library housed in Memorial House. It is a public library, a meeting place for the Watch Hill Memorial Library & Improvement Society, and classroom space for children's activities. Have newspapers and a comfortable reading and working area with free Wi-Fi.

Child Outreach is a free service offered to all children 3 to 5 years old. Child Outreach provides information about your child’s development and resources that are available within your community. It can also help identify children who may need further assessment, intervention and/ or services at an early age to promote positive outcomes in kindergarten and beyond.

Center for Rehabilitation: Offers a complete range of outpatient services in physical, occupational, and speech therapy for patients of all ages.

Services: A non-sectarian, long and short term residential, 116 bed facility for women and men. Skilled and intermediate nursing and rehabilitative care; casework; physical, occupational, recreational, respiratory, speech and pet therapy; religious services, comprehensive activities program. Income Source: Bequests; third party reimbursements.

In addition to 24 hour/seven days a week nursing care, Saint Antoine Residence offers the following special services: Special Care Unit The Special Care Unit is a 60-bed unit for residents with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. The Unit provides a safe, structured environment that meets physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs throughout the disease progression. An emphasis is placed on residents succeeding, dignity, and support of family members. Short Term Rehabilitative Care Short Term Rehabilitative Care is designed for individuals in need of rehabilitation following hip or knee replacement, heart attack, stroke, or other acute medical event. Our goal is to rehabilitate individuals to restore their previous level of functioning with the goal of returning back to their home. Skilled nursing services; on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapies are available. Short term stays range from one week to several weeks, depending upon the individual’s medical condition. Hospice Suite The Hospice Suite provides care for terminally ill individuals who qualify for general inpatient level of care. The Suite affords residents a lovely homelike environment with ample room for visiting family members.

Public high school in the Foster-Glocester Regional School District.

These items are restricted and should not be placed in box:

• Aerosol
• Hydrogen Peroxide
• Illegal Drugs
• Inhalers & Thermometers
• Lotions
• Needles

CODAC has introduced or expanded whole health services, including: Mental Health assessment and treatment (and/or referral to a community provider) EKG with interpretation at annual physical Rapid testing with treatment (and/or referral) for Hep C Acu-detox (a form of acupuncture approved for use in OTP treatment) Tobacco Cessation Programs Problem Gambling Services of Rhode Island CODAC programming emphasizes expanded and enhanced case management for all patients. Group counseling covers a wide range of topics and utilizes various approaches to support treatment and recovery. Offerings may vary over time to reflect patient needs and include: Nutrition counseling Expressive arts and journaling Education and support groups for pre- and post-partum women Family and Couples Counseling Anger management Programs for individuals re-entering the community after incarceration Individualized case management includes referrals and linkages for specialized treatment and recovery needs

The East Greenwich Police Department has 32 police officers, an animal control officer, parking control officer, 5 dispatchers, an administrative assistant and a secretary. The officers have received CPR, Automatic Emergency Defibrillator and first aid training. The Department has a complete Bureau Criminal Identification unit, a Traffic Accident Reconstructionist and a Tactical Special Response Team. Many officers are graduates of the University of Rhode Island Criminalist School, with training in scientific investigation, photography and fingerprinting. The Department can assist residents with employment fingerprint services, vin verification checks and car seat installation. Please contact dispatch at 886-8639 to schedule an appointment for these services