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RiverzEdge Arts Project is a youth development program giving educationally and economically disenfranchised youth (ages 12-24) in northern Rhode Island paid employment in the arts and a voice in the community. Based in Woonsocket, one of RI's poorest cities, RiverzEdge engages teens in a lifestyle of creative expression, disciplined effort, and economic self-reliance.

McAuley House also offers a host of support services such as rental assistance, toiletries, clothing, prescription assistance, transportation means, obtaining personal documentation, and referrals to housing and other medical or vocational resources. Guests also are invited to participate in a number of enrichment programs, which provide support, healing and engagement.

The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program is the public state and federally funded program that assists individuals with disabilities to choose, prepare for, obtain and maintain employment. Employment being the successful outcome of services provided through the public vocational rehabilitation program. It is expected that individuals with disabilities who apply for services are interested in becoming employed and understand that this is the focus of the VR program. "Vocational rehabilitation services are any goods or services necessary to assist a person with a disability in preparing for, securing, or retaining an employment outcome that is consistent with the individual's strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, interests, and informed choice”. Services to Youth and Adults: -A Federal/State Program -Vocational guidance and counseling -Member of IEP team -Vocational Evaluation, Career Assessment, and Educational Planning -Orientation and Mobility -Rehabilitation Teaching -Training, Job Development, Job Placement, Job Retention -Adaptive equipment in work setting and/or home (Based on Economic Need and Comparable Benefits) -Certification of Legal Blindness - as relates to certain property exemptions or allowable IRS deductions -Information and referral to community resources and supports Eligible individuals with a disability and a Qualified Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor will work together to develop and employment (IPE). The Employment Plan considers the individual's unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, skills, abilities, preferences, capabilities, interests, and values, as well as the barriers to employment. The Employment Plan identifies the employment goal that the individual has chosen, the time it is expected to reach the goal, the services that the individual chooses as necessary to reach the employment goal, and how the services will be provided. Services provided may include: Counseling and Guidance- Vocational Counseling will help you to better understand your potential, to rely on your abilities, to set realistic vocational goals, to change them when necessary, to develop successful work habits, and to begin a satisfying career. Vocational Evaluations-Aptitude, interest, general ability, academic exams, work tolerance, and "hands-on" job experience used to understand your vocational potential. Placement Assistance- Counseling, job seeking programs, job clubs, and job development used to increase your ability to get a job. You will receive ideas, practice, and advise on finding job leads, filling out applications, getting interviews for a job, and on how to interview. Your counselor may also you job leads or contact employers about available tax credits and hiring incentives.

Palmer Pointe, a 46-unit project for low to moderate income renters. Scattered Site*

Provides fire safety and fire prevention services to Charlestown and Richmond residents. Charlestown Fire District operates 2 stations: 4377 South County Trail (Charlestown-Richmond Station) and 4258 old Post Road (Cross Mills Station).

A private, non-profit organization founded to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live, learn, work and play in the community.

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.

The Bristol Historical Society was founded in 1936 to "promote interest in historical research, stimulate the study of the history of Southern New England, especially the Town of Bristol, and collect and preserve whatever is related thereto." Prior to housing the collections in the jail building on Court Street, the Society was located at the Rogers Free Library building. In 1957, a disastrous fire at the Library destroyed many of the Society's treasures and resulted in its lease of the then abandoned Bristol County Jail for use as a museum, library and meeting space.

Business location and relocation assistance, site selection, financing, loans, infrastructure and utilities, port facilities, job training programs for businesses, export assistance, federal procurement assistance, enterprise zones, urban programs, tourist information, technology assistance, economic research and general information on the state's economy and commerce, city and town information, sports council, film and TV office. Management of Industrial Parks.

A federally licensed non-profit organization dedicated to serving the Rhode Island community with blood and blood components. The Center has an active tissue typing laboratory which supports bone marrow transplantation and parentage testing. The Rhode Island Blood Center is a donor center for the National Marrow Donor Program and has an active Pheresis Program.

Run Separately on Saturday by William Slinko

Works to improve the dental health of the public and promote the art and science of dentistry. Offers professional programs and journals for members and consumer information service for the public.

Project Outreach’s food pantry serves more than 500 families a month.

Sail To Prevail is a nonprofit that improves the lives of more than 1,000 children and adults, each summer, through sailing in our fleet of specially adapted, 20-foot sailboats. Our programs encourage individuals with disabilities to be active participants in the sailing experience. They steer the boat, grind the winches, and trim the sails. The measurable outcomes demonstrate increased self-confidence and leadership skills. SAILING PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH: Physical Disabilities Intellectual Disabilities Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Cancer Emotional Disabilities Epilepsy Life-Threatening Medical Conditions

Pro-life organization offering support to mothers in crisis or unplanned pregnancies. Services offered include Pregnancy tests, Ultrasounds, 24-hour hotline support, Facts on fetal development, Referrals for available social services and prenatal care, Spiritual help, Baby clothing and items and Post-abortion advisory.

Back to Work Ri connects Rhode Islanders with job opportunities in vibrant sectors across the state, and provides the resources and training you need to pursue those opportunities. By partnering directly with businesses, Back to Work RI can make sure that you and other Rhode Islanders are ready for the roles that companies are looking to fill today - giving citizens, businesses and the state an unmistakable advantage coming out of the COVID-19 crisis.

Olneyville Redux was developed and placed in service in 2001. It is a scattered site development closely clustered in the Olneyville neighborhood of Providence. More than 65% of current resident households have incomes that are 50% AMI or less. Location: Appleton St., Bowdoin St., Florence St., Julian St., Putnam St. in Olneyville Housing Type: Affordable family rentals

The Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is designed to: Provide low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs. Increase the consumption of Rhode Island-grown and produced agricultural commodities through farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community-supported agricultural programs. Aid in the development of new and additional farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community support agricultural programs. Email with any questions @ [email protected]

The Bay Center was designed and built serve the community as a living classroom and center for marine science educational programs, administrative offices and community meeting space. The trails on STB's grounds are part of the Providence Urban Greenway Trail, inviting community members to enjoy this rare and beautiful urban access point to the Bay from sunup to sundown. The building itself represents Save The Bay’s approach to brownfields redevelopment and environmentally-friendly shoreline development.

Intermediate and advanced level English language classes designed to help improve communication skills in preparation for job training and/or going directly into the workforce. Staff will create an individual learning plan that best suits your educational needs and career goals. Additional soft skills classes and workshops are included, based on the individual learning plan.

Hopkinton Emergency Management Agency implements policies related to hazard mitigation and emergency management programs and activities. The EMA also has general supervision of all civil preparedness duties and performs any other duties as assigned by the Town Manager.

Woonsocket Health & Rehabilitation Centre offers 24/7 admissions, comprehensive Short and Long Term nursing care, rehabilitation programs, and complex medical services that include: Post-Surgical Care Orthopedic Rehab Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapies IV Therapy TPN Nutrition Cardiac Care Oncology Management Pulmonary Rehab Diabetic care and teaching Wound care management Secure Alzheimer’s Special Care Unit Hospice and Respite Care

A private, not-for-profit, full-service 129 bed hospital providing general medical/surgical services, obstetrics, pediatrics, 24-hour emergency services, mental health services, comprehensive physical rehabilitation, ambulatory surgery, prenatal programs, occupational health services, diabetic teaching program, outpatient ostomy program, outpatient diet counseling and mammography. ** Occupational Health Services, 848-6020 The Borden-Carey Building, G2, 19 Friendship St., Newport 02840 Person in Charge: Todd A. Cipriani, Director Services: Provides a full range of health related services to businesses including medical monitoring, comprehensive injury management, physical examinations, health risk appraisals, employee assistance program, on-site screening services, health education, intervention programs, drug testing, and OSHA compliance. ** Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center, 845-1845 20 Powel Avenue, Newport 02840 Person in Charge: Todd Cipriani Services: A 19 bed accredited, specialty unit offering comprehensive physical rehabilitation for inpatients and outpatients who are partially or fully disabled as a result of spinal cord injury, cerebral vascular accident (stroke), amputation, brain injury, multiple trauma, Parkinson's Disease or other neuromuscular disabilities such as Multiple Sclerosis. Income Source: Patient fees; gifts; third party reimbursement

19 beds total, 12 mens, 6 womens, separate restrooms, washer/dryer. Limited handicap accessibility. Services Available: Case Management Crisis intervention Domestic violence support and education Mental health/Substance abuse support Health assessments Housing placement Vocation/education Meals: Lunch and dinner provided Snacks available Breakfast prepared by guest Meal can be saved or packed for a working guest Important Policies: Curfew: 8:00PM Duration of stay: Night to Night Rent is not required Medications locked in staff's office Outdoor designated smoking areas available Drug/alcohol free environment Must follow care plan For referral to Harvest Homes transitional housing program for homeless families, contact Aryana Husky at 401-596-9276 x110

West House is a subsidized 62+ housing complex featuring efficiencies and 1 bedroom apartments with extensive common areas.