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Pre-Kindergarten program through Warwick Public schools

Pain and addiction program is specifically tailored to the unique needs of people who have developed a dependency on prescription opioid medications such as Oxycontin, Percocet and Vicodin to treat chronic pain

Project Based Development Ralph aRusso Manor consists of twenty-two one-bedroom apartments for seniors and the disabled. Supportive services for persons with disabilities are available. The building has two stories but lacks an elevator. The building is located in a rural setting, very close to public transportation.

Everyone experiences tough times. Having help when you need it is the key to facing these challenges. Community Care Alliance strives to empower people experiencing economic insecurity, mental illness and addiction, housing issues, and trauma-related concerns. They provide clinical and support services for individuals and families with long-term needs associated with mental illness and substance abuse. Their goal is to help people live as independently and as fully integrated within the community as possible These might include basic needs assistance to address emergencies— counseling, treatment, support services and residential programs for individuals and families impacted by serious mental illness and addiction— emergency and supportive housing to prevent homelessness and promote stabilization— alternative education and services for families with young children and adolescents— and employment, financial literacy and vocational training to improve self-sufficiency.

Through various programs and workshops, this handicapped accessible museum promotes the value of tolerance and diversity. Educating the public about the Holocaust, this small museum and library offers group tours and community programs such as lectures, exhibits and films.

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Catherine T. Murray Memorial Scholarship The Catherine T. Murray Memorial Scholarship supports the philosophy and spirit of OSCIL by facilitating access to education for persons having disability. PLEASE NOTE, ONLY RHODE ISLAND RESIDENTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP. The Catherine T. Murray Memorial Scholarship was established in 1995 by Catherine Murray, a long-time educator and also a board member and valued volunteer at the Ocean State Center for Independent Living. It was her wish to support the philosophy and spirit of OSCIL through a scholarship that gives people with disability access to higher education. Grants of $1000+ are awarded to help students with a disability to continue their education past high school. Scholarship funds can be used for educational expenses such as tuition or the purchase of textbooks. They may also be used to obtain assistive/adaptive equipment or devices that aid the student in meeting their educational goals. To qualify for this scholarship applicants must: -have a significant disability -be a Rhode Island resident (Your home address MUST be in RI) -plan to attend a college, technical school, or a trade/vocational program in the upcoming academic year Preference is based on career goals, merit, and economic need.

Assisted Living Facility Independent Living Respite Services: 32 bed

Programs within the formal criminal justice system that provide facilities for the detention of people who have been charged with a crime and are awaiting trial, and/or the confinement, treatment, employment, training and discipline of people who have been sentenced to imprisonment after conviction for a criminal offense.

The Norman Bird Sanctuary constitutes the largest area of preserved open space in Newport County. A wildlife refuge, NBS encompasses over 300 acres and seven miles of trails that wind through diverse habitats. Nearly 30 acres are maintained as hay fields. Woodlands are the most prominent plant community, and four ridges provide spectacular views of the surrounding ocean and ponds. Located next to the Visitor's Center and gift shop, the Sanctuary's 19th Century Barn Museum features natural history displays and a children's area with interpretive murals and hands-on exhibits.

Services: The department is comprised of six divisions designed to inform, entertain and enrich the lives of those who participate : ** Adult Day Services--Professionally designed programs to meet the needs of frail individuals with physical and/or cognitive impairments. Professional staff consists of registered nurses, a case manager, physical therapy assistant and certified nursing assistants. Therapeutic programs include music, art, physical, occupational, speech, aroma, pet therapy. Recreational activities include crafts, painting, exercise, gardening, Tai Chi and Yoga for elders. Intergenerational programs with local schools provide enrichment opportunities for both young and old alike. Support and Referral Services for each participant and their families, coordination with physicians and other service providers. Cost is based on a sliding fee scale. Licensed by the RI Department of Elderly Affairs. **Nutrition--Provides hot, nutritious, homemade lunches served at 11:45am, Monday through Friday. Snack bar with freshly baked goods, soups and much more. Night Life--Dinners, Thursday at 5pm in the Spring and Fall. **Programs--Offers activities that enable seniors to expand their horizons, enrich their lives and pursue a variety of interests. Our programs promote wellness, health maintenance, personal dignity and self worth. Individual needs, interests, skills and abilities are addressed through a variety of stimulating educational, social and health activities to improve the quality of life. **Retired Senior Volunteer Program--Allows anyone 55+ years of age the opportunity to help make the community a better place to live by sharing themselves with others. Participants gain personal satisfaction by serving at a public or non-profit agency. They also have fun by participating in interesting and rewarding experiences. Seniors serve from one to 40 hours a week; RSVP provides guidance and support, transportation, meals and insurance for all volunteers. Social Services--A caring staff of professional case managers and a Community Elder Information Specialist is available to provide support and counseling to seniors and their families, provide access to a network of service providers throughout the city and state, assist with the many available services, offer comfort and compassion, visit homebound seniors to assess and case manage, coordinate Support Groups such as Widow/Widower; Arthritis; Reminiscence. Our staff is available to speak to your community organization on a wide variety of issues. ** Transvan, (401) 943-3341--You don't have to be dependent on your family. Transvan, our daily transportation system for 60+ and/or disabled Cranston residents is available to provide transportation anywhere in Cranston, Monday through Friday. Provides shuttles to nearby malls and local markets. Provides transportation to doctors, nursing homes and hospitals in Providence, North Providence, Johnston and Warwick by appointment.

FOOD/HOT MEALS In their fight against hunger and food insecurity, they provide thousands of meals annually through a great team of volunteers in four primary communities: Woonsocket, Pawtucket, Providence, and West Warwick. They serve healthy fresh meals to those in need. They go beyond handing out care packages by serving hot meals to the homeless. At their weekly food services, their volunteers provide a valuable human interaction and guidance to available programs to those in need. In addition, we may deliver food to those who cannot reach their food distribution locations. PAWTUCKET 1:00PM Last Sunday of the Month Outside St. Paul's Episcopal Church 50 Park Place, Pawtucket, RI 02860 PROVIDENCE- LOCATION 1 6:00 PM Every Tuesday 5:30 PM 2nd Friday of the month Cathedral Square 73 Fenner Street, Providence, RI 02903 PROVIDENCE- LOCATION 2 5:30 PM Every Tuesday 12:00 PM Every Sunday Kennedy Plaza 40 Kennedy Plaza, Providence, RI 02903 WEST WARWICK 1:00 PM 1st Sunday of the month W. Warwick Gazebo 1270 Main Street West Warwick, RI 02893 WOONSOCKET 11:45 AM Every Sunday Bouley Field 420 Social Street Woonsocket, RI 02895

Gateway Healthcare is Rhode Island’s largest nonprofit behavioral health organization providing treatment, intervention and prevention services to individuals in our community. Our mission is: Delivering health with care. It is reflected throughout the organization and drives every element of our day-to-day work. Gateway Healthcare's crisis/emergency services department delivers 24-hour emergency services, assessment and crisis intervention. We are now linked to the Kristen Brooks Hope Center's National Hopeline Network and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. For help, please contact any of the following: Pawtucket Emergency Department, 401-723-1915 Johnston Emergency Department,401-553-1031 Charlestown Emergency Department,401-364-7705

The Community Shoppe is a program of Rhode Island Center Assisting those in Need (RICAN) - All donations and Thrift store sales support our Food Pantry. Over 300,000 lbs. of Food distributed yearly. We are a 97% volunteer run center.

The purpose of the Rhode Island Organizing Project (RIOP) is to promote justice and the common good. RIOP trains leaders to be active in their communities around the issues that are important to them.

Royal Westerly Nursing and Rehabilitation is a 66-bed facility offering: Fast-track Admissions Program for returning residents Expert short-term rehabilitation (PT, OT, speech, post-acute, post-surgical) Sub-acute care for a wide range of complex medical conditions, including cardiac, pulmonary, and neurological diagnoses Stroke Recovery; Community Reintegration; Complex Medical Care; IV Antibiotics and Re-hydration; Wound Care and Management; Activity Enrichment 24-hour skilled nursing care for our respite, palliative and long-term residents Hospice and Palliative care services from Hope Hospice, focusing on compassionate, dignified care for end stage patients Physical, occupational, and speech and hearing therapy programs tailored to meet the specific needs of each resident Nutritionally balanced meals and counseling with our Royal Innovation: Nutrition program, administered by nutrition expert A wide variety of scheduled activity programs held on each unit or enjoyed outside when seasonally appropriate.

Social and Human Services Department, located at Beechwood, can address the social and human service needs of all North Kingstown residents, regardless of age. Whether you are an older adult or under age 55, the Department will confidentially discuss your individual circumstances and either assist directly or refer you to other providers in the community. Provides programs and supportive services in the areas of education, creative arts, advocacy, health, nutrition, recreation. Transportation and social services are open to North Kingstown residents only; Center activities are open to anyone 55 or older. Information and Referral for Federal, State, and Local Programs; Examples: Social Security, SSI and SSDI, Veterans' Benefits, Medicare Programs and Medicare Part D and SHIP Counseling, Medicare Premium Payment Programs, SNAP Benefits, Transportation, Home Based Services, Heating Assistance Programs. Legal Referral Durable Power of Medical Attorney and Living Wills. Medical: examples: Mental Health and Alcohol Treatment Referral, Health Center Referral, Medical Equipment Referral, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Programs and INSIGHT. Housing: Examples-Housing option referrals, Assisted Living and Nursing Home Information, Housing Repair Referral. Nutrition: examples- Meals on Wheels, SNAP Program, Federal Meal Site. Assistance with Forms and Applications; examples: Medicare Premium Payment, SNAP, DHS

The Ballou Home for the Aged is a 43 bed not-for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Woonsocket, RI. We provide Long term care and post acute hospital care to individuals who require skilled nursing and/or rehabilitative services.

THANKSGIVING BASKETS 2016: Turkeys only. First come first served.

The Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center offers a unique and innovative career and technical program to all high school aged children in Rhode Island. The Mission of Met School-Metropolitan Regional Career & Technical Center is to educate and empower youth through relentless commitment to student-centered learning and personal growth.

Founded in 1971, CODAC Behavioral Healthcare is Rhode Island’s oldest and largest non-profit, outpatient provider of treatment for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). With seven community-based locations, as well as programming at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections (RI DOC), CODAC is well-positioned to deliver services wherever they are needed across the state. CODAC offers psychiatric and mental health services at all of their locations. After an initial intake screening you may be referred to an on-site psychiatric practitioner for further evaluation and treatment. Individualized treatment and recovery plans might include medication management supervised by the psychiatric practitioner and ongoing co-occurring counseling with clinical staff. It is not unusual to have both mental health disorders and a substance use disorder. Because the two conditions are so closely linked, CODAC has responded to offer you effective treatment and recovery programs to address both disorders concurrently.

Acute Infectious Disease Epidemiology Emergency Medical Services Emergency Preparedness and Response HIV, Hepatitis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases & Tuberculosis Epidemiology of infectious disease.

Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) serves people who have disabilities or chronic care needs in the setting ideal for them and their families. Services may be episodic or on-going. Services may be provided in a person's home, the community (for example, shared living or assisted living), or institutional settings (for example, intermediate care facilities, hospitals, or nursing homes) to optimize their health and retain their independence. People of all ages may need long term care. If you, a loved one, or a friend is an adult with a disability or an elder, you will find information about the DHS's publicly funded long term services and supports here.

Free Eye Examinations given during soup kitchen.

The Department of Administration's work is guided by its mission "to manage the state's financial, human and other resources in support of other state agencies carrying out their responsibilities to provide the citizens of the State of Rhode Island with the most responsive and cost effective services possible". The department provides supportive services to all Rhode Island departments and agencies for effective coordination and direction of state programs within the framework of a changing administrative and fiscal environment, while ensuring accountability of and value for public dollars. The department also provides policy direction for executive leadership in a variety of financial and administrative matters and is responsible for the statewide implementation of policy decisions affecting the organization and delivery of services administered and supported by the state. Principal responsibilities include the development and administration of the $7.5 billion State budget; determining and maintaining standard specifications for purchases, contracts, bids and awards for State purchases; maintenance and upkeep and procurement of State facilities; administration of the statewide planning program and overall personnel administration and management of State departments and agencies and the negotiation of State employee union contracts.