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Services: Comprehensive services for persons with developmental disabilities including vocational training, community and sheltered employment, skills training, adult basic education; recreational activities. Administers licensed special education program, apartment facilities and group homes. Operates specialized program for behaviorally handicapped and autistic adults; independent living program. Income Source: United Way; State Grants; local; donations.

PawsWatch is a 100% volunteer organization with no paid staff or employees that provides veterinary care and shelter to improve the lives of feral and unowned cats. PawsWatch advocates and practices the internationally recognized Trap-Neuter-Release-Monitor protocol as the only humane solution to the state's feral cat challenge. PawsWatch does not operate a physical shelter, but instead has different chapters operating throughout Rhode Island.

Services: A 72 bed nursing facility

Services: Multi-service support agency for gay, lesbian, bisexual, questioning or transgendered youth, ages 13 - 22, at all stages of the coming out process. Offers support, education, referrals and social activities. Group facilitated by a social worker. Drop in center open from Noon - 8pm at 171 Chestnut Street.

Roads to Recovery: Women is a residential program developed specifically for women in recovery. Located in Wyoming, RI, the program focuses on meeting the unique needs of women in recovery, such as trauma, domestic violence, developing positive relationships, pregnancy health, employment and education and parenting skills.Education on substance use, prevention & health education.

Pidge Manor is affordable housing for individuals and families that meet established income limits. One, two, and three bedroom apartments available. Residents pay own utilities.

Services: Provides counseling, outreach and referral for native Americans; manpower services including job placement, on-the-job training; classroom instruction, employment counseling/assistance; counseling on job search techniques, development of resumes. Assists with school enrollment for 18 years old and over. Project Assistant: Phyllis Johnson Income Source: Federal; State; donations

The Providence Housing Authority, Department of Resident Services, 50 Laurel Hill Avenue, Providence, 02909, provides the following services for public housing residents of Providence.

• Counseling, case management, referrals, medical supports (high rise residents).
• Family Self Sufficiency program (public housing and Section 8).
• ABE,GED,ESL programs.
• Licensed child care, After school and summer youth programming.
• First Time Home Buyer Program (Section 8).
• Job Training

A public charter high school concentrating on culinary, visual and dramatic arts. The school offers a college prep program to students, grades 9 through 12, from all Rhode Island cities and towns.

Region 7: South County Regional Coalition Task Force The substance abuse task force identifies and addressed the issue of substance abuse in the city and its mission is to develop, implement, and advocate for effective community-based prevention initiatives.

Provides full range of services for women and infants. Serves as the tertiary care center in obstetrics, gynecology and neonatology. Neonatal intensive care unit; high risk infant follow-up. Nutrition counseling, WIC program, social service and parent education. New Directions, school based adolescent pregnancy project. Breastfeeding Support: Gail K. Prachniak, RN, IBCLC, Lactation Consultant Phone: 276-7800 X305 ** Health Education Department 100 Dudley Street, Providence 02905, 276-7800 Director: Maureen Pearlman, RN, BSN, 8:30am - 5pm, Mon - Fri Childbirth and parenting programs; health information, support groups for women of all ages. ** Warmline: 800-711-7011 **Physician Referral/Health Line: 1-800-921-9299 ** Women & Infants' Center for Health Education Locations Coordinator: Janet Searles 1050 Main Street, East Greenwich 02818, 886-4222; 886-4274 Fax Hours: 9am - 5pm, Mon - Th; 9am - 12pm, Fri 2168 Diamond Hill Road, Woonsocket, 02895; 767-2344; 766-6883 Fax Hours: 8am - 5pm, Mon - Fri 2220 G.A.R. Highway, Swansea, MA, (508) 730-1010, (800) 574-0221 (508) 678-5704 Fax Hours: 8am - 5pm, Mon - Fri ** Women's Primary Care Center 2 Dudley Street, 5th floor, Providence 02905, 274-1122 Ext. 2735 Routine obstetrical/gynecological services, family planning, specialty ob/gyn services, breast health, medical consultation, nutrition, and primary care for women. Patient education programs in a variety of topics. Serves women, 18 and over. In some cases, women under 18 years of age are welcome. Income Source: Federal; State; fees for some programs

Independent Living for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Designed to keep you connected to the people and things you value most. Greenwich Farms at Warwick develops programs and experiences that promote purpose-filled interactions and positive engagement. Residents live happy and fulfilling lives because of the importance placed on connecting to what’s meaningful and possible throughout life.

St. Patrick Academy provides a Catholic college-preparatory education to all students, regardless of need, who aspire to spiritual, personal and academic excellence.

Provides information on child abuse laws, incidence, causes and effects. Conducts public awareness and educational activities for the prevention of child abuse. Advocates for the development of prevention programs within existing agencies, services and school systems. Resource library including films, tapes, etc. Speakers Bureau, Professional Development Training, Parent Workshops.. Member Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America VOAD Contact: Kate Begin, Executive Director E-mail [email protected] Income Source: Grants; donations

Substance Abuse Counseling, counselors work to develop a treatment plan tailored to each individual's needs. We offer individual, group, and family counseling. Topics addressed include feelings and emotions, life skills, relapse prevention, addiction education, anger management, relationships, health issues, and other topics vital to recovery.

Provides necessities to parents including diapers/pull ups, baby clothes, baby swings, car seats, baby bouncers and rockers. Call to schedule an appointment or Walk-in Must bring Photo ID and Birth Cert (or Proof of guardianship)

Organizations for men that provide an opportunity for members to meet and socialize through dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable activities. Some clubs may also offer lecture series which address topics of interest to the membership or provide opportunities for involvement in charitable fundraising and other similar activities.

Town Hall

Offers physical therapy in home to improve movement

Residential facility for adult males, 18+, recovering from substance abuse addiction. Intensive day program as well as intensive non-residential evening program for adult/adolescent males/females. Outpatient substance abuse counseling and group therapy. Also provides counseling for domestic violence, gambling, and anger management services for men, women and children over six. Income Source: Resident fees, State, Federal, Most Health Insurance Plans, donations

Woonsocket Housing Authority provides public housing and/or subsidized housing for families, elderly and disabled.

Respite Care Short-term stay guests benefit from the same services and amenities as permanent residents. Blenheim-Newport offers caregivers the opportunity to rest and recharge.

24-hour suicide/crisis hotline; suicide prevention and outreach activities with emphasis on high risk populations such as the elderly, teen and imprisoned. Safe Place, a support group for those who have lost loved ones to suicide. Training in crisis intervention, suicide prevention and communications skills. Safe Place meets at the First Unitarian Church Community Center, 1 Benevolent Street, Providence RI 02906.

The Warwick Center for the Art’s core commitment is to serve as a center dedicated to uniting the community through the arts. They will connect all ages and abilities to a variety of arts activities through exhibits, educational programs and cultural experiences. Emerging and established artists will find a unique and inviting space in which to share their creative vision with the community.

Crandall House is run by the Hopkinton Recreation Department, and is a Meals on Wheels lunch site Senior activities take place at the Crandall House located at 188 Main Street in Ashaway. The Crandall House is open daily to seniors for internet access, books and reading room, resource materials and coffee. For more information, please contact us at 401-377-7795. A variety of informative workshops are held throughout the year in partnership with local and state agencies: ask-a-lawyer, in-sight-living with Vision Loss, Action Steps-Injury Prevention and Self Care, Healing Modalities for Wellness Support, Building a Resilient Brain. Special Luncheons: Thanksgiving, Holiday Pot Luck, St. Patrick's Corned beef and Cabbage, Mother's Day Salad Bar. Field Trips: Newport Playhouse, Goodspeed Opera House, Mystic and Stonington Shopping