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A Brown University affiliated psychiatric center providing care for infants, children, adolescents, young adults and their families. Services include a full range of mental health and special educational programs for children with emotional and/or developmental disabilities. Treatment is provided through a multidisciplinary team consisting of psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, social workers, special education teachers, speech and language pathologists, pediatricians and milieu therapists. **Center for Autism Director: Rowland Barrett, Ph.D. Services: Highly specialized inpatient, partial hospitalization outpatient program for children and young adults with emotional and behavioral disorders combined with a developmental disability such as retardation and autism. **Inpatient Services Director: Child and Adolescent: Henry Sachs, MD Services: Comprehensive multi-disciplinary treatment program for children/ adolescents in crisis. Services include stabilization, short-term treatment in a secure environment, 24 hour care in a less restrictive environment, partial hospitalization for children who can return home at night and in-home care. **Outpatient Services Director: Karyn Horowitz, MD Services: A full range of outpatient evaluation and treatment programs. Specialty areas include individual, family and group therapy, Attention Deficit Disorder, child neuropsychological assessment, school and learning problems, anxiety disorders, trauma adjustment, behavioral problems, depression and communication disorders. Professional consultants and second opinions are available. **Early Childhood Clinical Research Center Associate Professor: Susan Dickstein PhD Email: [email protected] Services: Provide evaluation and treatment services fro young children and their families. Emphasis is placed on supporting families in learning strategies to manage challenging behaviors and support their young child's development. **The Bradley School Director: Dale Radka, MD Services: A fully accredited special education program for children/adolescents who are having difficulty learning. Bradley School integrates individual and family therapy and other mental health services with its educational services to treat the behavioral and emotional issues affecting the child's learning. Services include comprehensive and short-term diagnostic evaluations, accredited special education school, summer camp and on-site school counseling. Income Source: Patient fees; third party reimbursements; grants; gifts.

The Commission's purpose is to ensure that all people with disabilities are afforded the opportunity to exercise all the rights and responsibilities accorded to citizens of Rhode Island and that each person with a disability is able to reach his/her maximum potential for independence, human development, productivity and self-sufficiency.

support senior; promote well being of older adults and disabled; provide opportunities for social services, nutrition, physical and mental activities; "field" trips--local and international SHIP Counseling including Medicare Part C and Part D, SNAP/ EBT Applications, Housing applications, Heating Assistance, Medicare, Property Tax Relief. Activities- Group exercise, Arts and Crafts, Yoga, card games, Quilting, Zumba, Mahjong, bingo, Line Dancing, Gardening, Bocce.

Tiverton Emergency Management is run through the Tiverton Police Department. The Tiverton EMA implements policies related to hazard mitigation and emergency management programs and activities. The EMA also has general supervision of all civil preparedness duties.

A one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, an educational stipend, and corporate apprenticeships. During the first six months of the program, participants focus on skill mastery in Desktop Support / IT Help Desk; and the professional skills required in today's workplace such as effective communication, leadership, and teamwork. During the second six months of the program, students are placed in apprenticeships with local partner companies. A stipend is provided to all participants throughout the one-year, full-time educational program. In addition, Year Up students have an opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits through articulation agreements with NEIT and J&W University.

Volunteer-led 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that works to increase organ and tissue donation through public education about the critical need for donor organs and tissue.

Family Practicioner Sports Medicine

Marvin Gardens II is subsidized housing 62+, elderly or disabled with an elderly preference. 1 and 2 bedrooms available.

Services: To promote and advance the general welfare and interests of the members of the Liberian Community in Rhode Island.

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Works to lead and influence change that improves the quality of life for Latinos in Rhode Island. CHisPA works with community groups, educational institutions, federal, state and local government units, foundations and corporations to improve opportunities for Latinos and other minority groups. Services and activities include Information and Referral, an alternative school for high risk youth, community education, leadership development and other capacity-building programs. Technical assistance to emerging local groups and leadership in the areas of health access and education. Income Source: Membership fees; fund raising activities, grants.

Programs offered by churches, restaurants and other organizations that provide meals in a central location for people who lack the resources needed to buy and prepare food. The food may be distributed to people who line up for the meal or may be served to people seated in a dining hall setting, and participants rarely need to establish eligibility for the service.

Assists with finding part-time jobs. Based on a 20 hour work week; 16 hours on the site and 4 hours at the Youth Center per week.

Christine Medici, Property Manager, if one wishes to email. The Lincoln Housing Authority has a total of 246 units for disabled or elderly persons at two sites: Lincoln Manor located at the housing authority; Manville Manor located on 155 Church Street, Manville 02838; family housing at Woodland Terrace; administers 124 Housing Choice Vouchers.

The Office of the Attorney General Consumer Protection Unit investigates and mediates consumer complaints concerning unfair and unlawful business practices and misleading advertising arising out of alleged violations of the Deceptive Trade Practices Act. If groups of people are victimized by a deceptive trade practice, this office may file in the Superior Court a civil investigative demand, which is a formal investigation. In appropriate cases, a lawsuit to stop the illegal business practice may be initiated. Apart from carrying out its statutory responsibilities, the Unit also provides information and referral services to the general public. Consumers are directed to the appropriate governmental or private agencies for help in answering specialized questions or resolving disputes that are not within the Unit's jurisdiction.

Town of Exeter is distributing gift cards to families in need for Thanksgiving groceries.

The Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as "Obamacare", has helped millions of people get health care coverage. Before the ACA, health insurance was unaffordable and unavailable for many. Now, with Obamacare, if you meet certain qualifications, the government will help pay for your monthly premiums and out-of-pocket cost. And for those who have preexisting medical conditions, you can no longer be denied coverage under Obamacare. They provide with unbiased information to help you make an informative decision over the options available to you.

Facilities which house a collection of materials including books, manuscripts, journals, government documents and nonprint formats such as paintings, musical recordings, videotapes, films and data files on magnetic tape which are organized to provide physical, bibliographic and intellectual access to a targeted group of people and which generally make available staff to provide services and programs related to the information needs of the targeted group.

Shoreside Apartments: for elderly/disabled consisting of 106 units and is designed to accommodate both the elderly and the disabled.

• Comprehensive pain control techniques • Sedation and hospital based dentistry • Digital x-rays • Frenectomy Laser Surgery • Gluten-free dental cleaning materials • Orthodontic evaluations •After-hours emergency care for our patients • BPA-free sealants

The Center is a private, non-profit community focal point for residents of Newport County and surrounding communities where older persons can come together for services and/or activities which enhance their dignity, reflect their experience and skills, support their independence, encourage their involvement in and with the Center and the community, and respond to their diverse needs and interests. Senior, 55+, meal site, recreation, Medicare counseling, garden club, thrift shop, chorus, Alzheimer's support groups, trips, medical equipment loan; volunteer site, computer classes. You can call the office or stop by to get the monthly list of activities which include: adult coloring class, Alzheimer's Support Group, blood pressure screening, flu clinics, board games and cards, Country Jam Session, fitness classes (balance and strength, line dancing, video exercising, walking club and Zumba gold), information & referrals, singing groups, notary, Senior Health Insurance Program, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, trips, Tax Assistance (AARP) and RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program).

Services: For families who have children with special health care needs. Provides information and referrals, semi-annual newsletter, support and advocacy. No regularly scheduled meetings due to the difficulty finding respite services for parents. Hasbro Children Hospital Family Advisory Council advises on family matters.

Offers classes in computer, beginning reading, adult basic education, English as a second language (ESL), transition to college, drop-out prevention. High school equivalency testing, six times per year, by appointment, at the GED testing center.

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.

The Senior Center has a meal-site that serves lunch Monday thru Friday at 11:30. The suggested donation for the meal is $3.00. Menus are available.