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Services: The mission of the Poverty Institute is to promote economic security for low and moderate income Rhode Islanders and equitable tax and budget policies. We provide research, policy analysis, education, and advocacy on state and federal budget proposals, public benefit programs, adult education and economic development.

Assisted Daily Living, Inc. provides clients with a wide array of services designed to ensure superior patient care in the familiar comfort of home, often providing a happier and more affordable alternative to nursing, or assisted living facilities. Services can be arranged for a few hours a week or around the clock. ADL begins by reviewing the specific needs of the client through discussions with family members, as well as the care recipient's doctor, social workers or therapists. A customized program of care is developed to manage the client's daily needs. ADL will match the clients needs to the best possible caregiver, based on both professional experience and on ability characteristics. THERAPIST'S - PT, OT, ST: Therapists including physical therapists, occupational and speech therapists assist in the rehabilitation of those with physical injuries or disease. Restoration of mobility, strength, dexterity, balance and communication skills is often the purpose for therapy. Helping individuals who are disabled by physical injuries or disease to regain maximum function with activities of daily living is always a main priority.

Provide transitional programs for high school students and adults. Vocational Rehabilitation - BHDDH and ORS

The mission of Saint Thomas Regional School is guided by the recognition that a Catholic education is unique in its integration of religious truths and values with academic life.

Nursing Home Alzheimer Unit or Wing (Locked) Respite Psych Services Dialysis Trach Total Parenteral Nutrition Beds: 132 Bus Line

Recruits adoptive families for older and special needs children waiting for adoption through the use of media recruitment, matching of children with families, information and referral and community outreach. Provides a range of pre and post adoption support services and youth empowerment activities. Advocates for improvements in the child welfare system. Income Source: State; private foundations; donations

Harris House is a subsidized housing unit 62+, handicapped or disabled.

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.

Children’s Friend is the innovative leader in improving the well-being and healthy development of Rhode Island’s most vulnerable young children. Our Strategic Priority: Too many of the youngest and most vulnerable children in Rhode Island are experiencing devastating outcomes, including death, as a result of abuse and neglect. As stewards of the resources entrusted to us, Children’s Friend is realigning itself to proactively respond to this crisis. Programs: Adoption Adoption Support & Preservation Birth Parent Counseling Child & Adult Care Food Program Child Care Clinical Services Early Head Start Early Intervention Family Care Community Partnership Fatherhood Initiatives First Connections Foster Care Fostering Families Head Start Head Start/Early Head Start Child Care Partnership Healthy Families America Nurse Family Partnership Pre-K Professional Development Project Connect Project Family Summer Learning & Enrichment Program WIC

Pawtuxet Valley Urgent Care is a medical practice providing prompt treatment of all non-life-threatening acute injuries and illnesses for patients of all ages on a walk-in basis. Providers include Physicians, Physician Assistants and Family Nurse Practitioners. Areas of expertise include: Cuts, sprains, and strains; Minor traumas; Cold and Flu; Headache; School and sports physicals; PPD and Vaccine titer testing; Infections; Vaccines (including Flu, Pneumonia, Hepatitis). On-site x-ray and lab services.

Services: Self-help organization for parents who lost a baby through miscarriage, selective termination, stillbirth, neonatal death, sudden infant death, or accidental death, and who are now in or considering a subsequent pregnancy.

OSCIL’s knowledgeable staff can assist consumer’s in setting goals for self-sufficiency in the home. Centers for Independent Living teach a wide range of skills needed to live independently and manage life with a disability. Skills training is available to persons with disabilities in almost any topic where there is a need for more independence. CILs work with individuals to increase their skills which can help them gain more control of their lives. Skills training can include basic everyday responsibilities such as: self-care, meal preparation, budgeting, and arranging transportation. It also can address housing needs, teaching individuals the importance of self-advocacy, one’s need for accommodations and/or rights in the community. ***Life skills training is goal directed and does not involve long-term case management or therapeutic intervention. As part of OSCIL’s mission to provide outreach, education and opportunities for peer support, OSCIL offers Lunch and Learn workshops highlighting various solutions that can increase access in your home and community. As part of OSCIL’s mission to provide outreach, education, and opportunities for peer support, OSCIL offers free “Lunch and Learn” workshops highlighting various solutions that can increase access in the home and community. ***Workshops are being held in person and on Zoom. Unless the event says otherwise, workshops are held at our location at 1944 Warwick Avenue in Warwick. Advance registration to attend in-person is required. A light lunch and refreshments will be served.

Lawrence Apartments is a subsidized complex for families. It offers one, two, three, and four bedroom apartment homes for rent.

Adelante Apartments is a subsidized 62+ housing complex with 53 units.

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 Division of Developmental Disabilities is responsible for planning, funding and overseeing a community system of services and supports for adults with developmental disabilities. They fund a statewide network of community services and supports for Rhode Islanders living with intellectual and significant developmental disabilities. These services are available through community provider agencies.

Redfern Grove is subsidized housing for seniors 62+, handicapped or disabled. One and two bedroom apartments available.

The UCP Rhode Island Children & Family Services program provides services to children with disabilities and their families under Rhode Island�s Home Based Therapeutic Services Program (HBTS). Medicaid eligible children (up to age 21) are provided comprehensive periodic evaluations to supplement the treatment of various medical conditions. Works with families to develop service plans for their children and assists the families to secure HBTS funding. Once a plan is approved, UCPRI provides case management and services, therapies, and training for the child and family. The object is to apply individualized services that permit the child to live at home and take an active part in school and community. UCPRI�s services may help relieve some of the financial strains that make raising a child with disabilities so stressful to both the family and child. Other Children & Family Services:

• CAP (Community Activities Project) provides financial support enabling children with disabilities to participate in community and recreational activities.

Provides information, referral and advocacy to families with children who have special needs. UCPRI will assist families in identifying their needs (home health care, learning, recreation) and work with them to secure funding. Adult Education: UCP Rhode Island�s Adult Education Community Classrooms meet throughout RI. Instruction is individualized, based on the personal learning goals of each student. Most classes meet for 3 hours a week for 12 weeks. Other Services: Adult Literacy Skills Word Processing skills Craft Making Adaptive Painting & Drawing Employment Readiness Making Community Connections GED Preparation Basic Math Skills Money Management Cooking Introduction to: Internet & email Sign language Computer skills Income Source: Fund raising; foundations; grants; bequests; State contracts

Assists low income residents in the Blackstone Valley area through individual advocacy, research and community organization approaches to meeting basic human needs. Must bring proof of income, rent and utility receipts, ID. Rental, fuel and utility assistance in emergencies only. Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets. Medication in crisis situation. Parenting classes. **Winter holiday baskets/toys for Blackstone Valley Residents Only. Call starting 12/01/2009** ** Blackstone Valley Emergency Food Closet 724-7170 402 Dexter Street, Central Falls 02863 Hours: M, W, F, 9am - 1pm Income Source: Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, donations.

Thundermist offers a sliding scale discount program for those with or without insurance who's income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)

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

Mae accepts donations of toiletry items e.g., shampoo, toilet paper, and soap and makes these items available during their weekly food services.

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)

Provides counseling for individuals and families for adoption, anxiety or fears, attention deficit (ADHD), child or adolescent, depression, divorce, life coaching, loss or grief, obsessive-compulsive (OCD), oppositional defiance, parenting, peer relationships, self esteem, sleep or insomnia, teen violence, trauma and PTSD, and impulse control and mood disorders. Sessions are 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly, biweekly or monthly. Specialty: Coping Skills Family Conflict Relationship Issues Treatment approach: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Family/Marital Therapy Interpersonal Play Therapy Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Lincoln 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.