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Department prefers that all calls go through main number. Housing Security Program, Joyce Torrice, 462-0539 Heating Assistance Program **R.I. Pharmaceutical Assistance Program (RIPAE) Provides discounts on drugs for limited income persons 65+ and disabled persons. **Customer Information Assistance and Referral Unit **Home and Community Care Provides homemaker/home health aide services for limited income persons 65+, either on a free or co-pay basis. **Protective Abuse Unit Investigates reports of abuse, neglect, exploitation and self-neglect among persons 60+. **Senior Companion Program, Maria Agonia (401) 462-0569 Provides opportunities for federally subsidized job training and employment for limited income persons 55+. **Silver Haired Legislature Provides a forum for seniors to meet, debate issues, and recommend legislation to the governor, general assembly and the U.S. Congress.

If you have Medicare, the Medicare Savings Program may be able to pay for some of the costs (for example, premiums, co-payments, or deductibles.)

Guardianship is a legal arrangement through which the Guardian is authorized to make certain decisions for another person. Works with the probates courts to match people age 60 years or older living in care facilities with certain cognitive conditions to caring volunteer guardians, when they are needed

RI Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Educates and assists Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, family members, and caregivers throughout Rhode Island to protect personal healthcare information, detect healthcare errors, waste, fraud, and abuse, and to resolve suspected instances of healthcare fraud, errors or abuse. To report Medicare fraud, waste or abuse, call Rhode Island SMP at 462-0560.

@Home Cost Share: For older adults with care needs, the @Home Cost-Share program is available to help with some care expenses. Eligible participants can access in-home services – such as help with housekeeping, meal preparation or personal care – and/or community-based programming at adult day health centers at a reduced rate. You may be eligible for the program if you are age 65 or older, meet income guidelines, and need some assistance in the home with your personal or health care.

DEA Protective Services Unit is responsible for investigating complaints of elderly abuse of Rhode Islanders 60 and older by a family member, caregiver or person with duty of care.. Abuse may include physical, emotional, sexual, financial exploitation, or abandonment. The DEA Protective Services Unit develops a care plan to prevent additional abuse and address the elder’s social service needs. Self-Neglect occurs when a person is no longer able to care for himself/herself. Reports of self-neglect are also made to the DEA Protective Services Unit. The senior’s needs are assessed and necessary services are 0ffered.

They offer a wide range of programs and opportunities that promote health and nurture connection. They work at the systems level to make Rhode Island more age- and life-friendly through investments in infrastructure, workforce, and community networks. At-home companionship for people age 55 or older with limited mobility • Chronic-disease management education • Family supports, including respite care • Community and home-delivered meals • Free healthcare insurance counseling • In-home and day-care cost assistance • Free and reduced legal services • Prescription drug cost assistance • Transportation assistance • Mental health/substance use support • Senior and community center programs

volunteers are people age 55 and older who provide companionship for frail older adults in the home, at day centers, or other community sites. Companions assist with daily tasks, helping those served to remain living in the community for longer. Companions may provide transportation to medical appointments, shopping assistance, meal preparation, and advocacy. They also provide respite to caregivers of frail elders. By remaining active and contributing to their communities, Companions benefit from the program along with the clients they serve.

RIPAE pays a portion of the cost for approved medications purchased during the deductible phase of a Medicare Part D plan and may offer partial reimbursement to those who enter the "donut hole".

A maritime Charter School for Providence children named for Captain Paul Cuffee, a successful ship captain, merchant, philanthropist, and educator. A maritime theme is woven through the scientific and technical curriculum. Average class size: 21

Based on the participant’s job readiness skills, they may be placed in either a paid or unpaid work experience with one of our collaborating business partners. Participants will also be encouraged to seek employment in the private sector.

Hospital charity care requirements cover those essential services necessary to diagnose, correct, or cure a medical condition that endangers life, causes pain and suffering, results in illness or infirmity, or causes a physical deformity or malfunction. Both inpatient and outpatient services are included. To receive full charity care, patients annual family income must be up to and including 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. For partial charity care, patients annual family income must be between 200% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Level may receive assistance based on a sliding scale. In addition to income, hospitals have the option to consider other assets. Also must be denied from Medicaid first depending on income. Patients who get accepted will receive financial aid for a year. **For patients who feel that an application or appeal was wrongfully denied should call the RI Dept of Health info line 222-5960. Website: www.health.ri.gov/hospitals/about/charitycare Income Source: Patient fees; third party reimbursements; grants; gifts.

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.

Helps children and families to cope with life altering and/or terminal illness. "Chow Fun Food Group" oversees the Elkhay Foundation, founded in 2000 in memory of John and Suzanne Elkhay's son, Ross.

Hospice is the most appropriate medical treatment option when an individual has decided to discontinue medical treatment and focus on comfort and quality of life. Hospice encompasses the needs of the individual's family or caregivers so that together, they are able to fully enjoy meaningful time together. Providing care at the place the patient calls home is the basic philosophy of hospice, whether it is at home, in a family member's home, a nursing home, an assisted living, or a residential care facility.

The Mission of the Richmond Police department is to provide professional and quality law enforcement services to all people in Richmond, whether resident or visitor, while maintaining the highest degree of integrity, character, fairness, and honesty. The Richmond Police Department shall forge reliable partnerships with all local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in order to maintain effective communication and collaboration to ensure the best possible protection to the people in Richmond and their respective property.

Senior Center serves individuals 55 years of age or older, or any age and disabled; provides directly or makes arrangements for the provisions of the following services: outreach, information, referral, socialization, education, health services, transportation, volunteer opportunities, nutrition, fitness, and recreation; has community partnerships with over twenty-five different community agencies. East Bay Community Action Program provides seasonal VITA (tax assistance services); also RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Senior Shopping Thursday and Friday mornings The Senior Center will pick you up at your home and take you to Stop & Shop, Walmart, or Shaw's in East Providence. Open to Seniors living in East Providence. SHIP counseling by appointment only call 401-435-7876 ext 1137

The Elms Apartments —a project based Section 8 and Tax Credit Development designed for the Families, Elderly (62 years of age and older) and/or person with disabilities under 62 years of age. The community consists of (120 apts.) 57 one bedroom, 51 two bedroom, and 12 three bedroom apartments and is smoke free.

RSVP involves community members 55 years and older interested in socializing with others, working in the community, and learning new skills to provide quality services to our East Bay community. Volunteers provide various services through our partner programs. Volunteers tackle issues like food insecurity, isolation in the community, tax preparation, and health insurance counseling.

**Animal Control Officer (ACO) - John Duffy Phone: 437-3936 Email:[email protected].

Little Compton 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.

Nestled in the countryside of northern Rhode Island, Bayberry Commons offers top quality, 24-hour professional health care in a setting that echoes the comforts of home. Whether turning to us for long term care or specialized Alzheimer’s care, our interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals will help you or your loved one achieve optimal health. Alzheimer Unit or Wing (locked) Respite Wound Vac Methadone Dialysis Psych Services Trach Beds: 110 Smoke-Outside

The Providence Animal Rescue League (PARL) is a private, non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization. PARL serves communities throughout Rhode Island and beyond. Our mission is to provide for the rescue and relief of suffering or homeless animals and perform charitable or benevolent acts for the welfare of animals.

Pocasset Manor is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division) for seniors 62+, handicapped or disabled.

Bayada Home Health Care in Warwick, RI provides personal care services and non-medical assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) for adults and seniors when a health issue has made it difficult to manage everyday tasks. Families often seek these services to support safe, independent living, or to provide companionship, assistance, and supervision for a loved one living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Care professionals in Warwick, RI can help adults and seniors continue living independently at home—where they want to be. Assistive care specialists include Home Health Aides, Certified Nursing Assistants, Homemakers, and Companions. Whether occasional services or live-in care is needed, Bayada matches the client’s needs with the right professional. Self-care assistance with activities of daily living, including:Dressing and grooming, Bathing and toileting, Walking, moving, and transferring (including safe use of wheelchairs, walkers, or lifts), Basic exercise, Reminders about medications and appointments, Meal preparation, help with eating, and nutritious food selection. Household support services, including: Light housekeeping, such as vacuuming, dusting, and sweeping, Washing and folding laundry, Trash removal, Shopping for groceries, picking up prescriptions, and other errands, Companionship (such as conversation, reading, and on outings) Personal home care is provided by specially-trained professionals usually on a regular, ongoing basis, with hourly and live-in options available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether your needs are occasional or long-term, Bayada can match you with a compassionate, compatible home health aide (HHA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), homemaker, or personal companion. Bayada caregivers are educated and trained to understand each client’s diagnoses and to meet your individual care needs. One-on-one approach to personal home care improves the lives of clients and their families by alleviating pressure, confusion, and worry, giving you peace of mind, and helping you live life to the fullest. Every BAYADA client is supported by a care team that includes a dedicated client services manager and an expert clinical manager who trains and supervises professional caregivers, oversees safety precautions, and is available 24/7 to answer questions and provide real-time support.