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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

Programs that publish and/or distribute information regarding the position of rival candidates in an election, voter guides that may summarize the pros and cons of specific ballot measures, sample ballots, precinct boundaries, the location and hours of polling places, and other details regarding the content or the mechanics of the election.

Rhode Island's resident professional opera company bringing critically acclaimed productions and concert events to the community.

Services are customized to your personal needs... as little as 2 hours per week up to 24 hours per day. Unskilled services: • Homemakers • Companions • Meal Preparation • Transportation Services

Urgent Care

Services: A full-service healthcare network, including a 214-bed, acute-care hospital, 19-bed Transitional Care Unit, and an 18-bed inpatient psychiatric program at the Woonsocket Unit. Hospital services include emergency, diagnostic, medical, surgical, psychiatric, cancer, cardiac and obstetric. The Fogarty Unit in North Smithfield is the location of the Occupational Health Department and MRI unit. Landmark's network of primary care facilities includes adult and geriatric care at the Landmark Adult Primary Care Medicine and Pulmonary Medicine located in Woonsocket;obstetric/gynecological care practices in North Smithfield and Greenville; Comprehensive Psychiatric Care Services in Lincoln; and Physician Centers offering services including family practice, family medicine, and obstetric/gynecological in Cumberland, North Smithfield, and Burrilliville, RI as well as Blackstone, Ma. Landmark also offers specialized cardiac rehabilitation services through the Heart Center in Woonsocket. Landmark Medical Center also owns the 82-bed Rehabilitation Hospital of Rhode Island in North Smithfield. Additional Locations: ** Emergency Department, 769-4100 Ext. 2180 115 Cass Avenue, Woonsocket 02895 A complete range of emergency treatment, 24/7 ** Psychiatric Program 769-4100 Ext. 2565 115 Cass Avenue, Woonsocket 02895 Services: 18 bed inpatient, psychiatric program consisting of a general psychiatric unit, intensive treatment unit, and geriatric psychiatric unit. Income Source: Patient fees; third party reimbursement; charitable gifts.

Federal program that provides a box of nutritious shelf stable foods to seniors’ age 60+ who have an income at or lower than 130FPL.

Riverview offers a full continuum of medical care including short-term, transitional care for those recovering from accident or illness; long-term care for those in need of ongoing help with daily living; and dementia care and supervision for those with cognitive impairments.

SHIP Counseling

Public Works Department

Provides medical care, dental care, behavioral health services, mammography and bone density screenings.

• Primary Care
• Pediatrics
• Gynecological Care: Comprehensive services include routine gynecological exams, family planning, pregnancy testing, screening for sexually transmitted diseases, and health education. Services are available by appointment at any of our locations.
• Laboratory: On-site laboratory services are provided by Kent Hospital Laboratory Services. No appointments are required.
• Pharmacy Program: Through a special partnership, WellOne patients without prescription drug coverage or with high deductibles can realize significant savings by filling their prescriptions at select CVS Pharmacies

Thanksgiving 2021: Thanksgiving bags will be given away on Monday, November 22, 2021.

NEWSLINE for the Blind As of July 2005, individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or print handicapped can utilize this comprehensive newspaper reading service that is accessible through the use of any touch-tone phone. To provide eligible individuals with visual impairments the opportunities and support that will enable them to become independent, active, self sustaining members of their community. Eligibility: To be eligible for services, you must be visually impaired, with acuity of 20/60 or less in the better eye with correction, or a field loss of twenty degrees or less in the better eye. PROGRAMS: Vocational Rehabilitation/Blind, Business Enterprises Program (BEP), Independent Living and Social Services Program: Children's Social Service Program, Adult Social Service/ Independent Living Program, Older Blind Independent Living Program.

Consumer-based, community-controlled, nonprofit outpatient facilities that provide basic health care including physical examinations, immunizations, family planning, nutrition assistance and diagnosis and treatment of common ailments for low income people, people who are homeless or uninsured/underinsured or other medically underserved populations that are geographically, economically and culturally challenged. Services are generally provided on an ability-to-pay basis. In the U.S., most community clinics are part of the network of Federally Qualified Health Centers, and many are known as "free clinics".

Sakonnet Bay's Clare Bridge Alzheimer’s and dementia care program focuses on sustaining feelings of belonging, purpose and safety while seeking to preserve a sense of self. Providing residents with a structured routine of activities that help maintain their abilities and encourage the use of their current skills. Brookdale Sakonnet Bay is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), bringing together on a single campus independent, assisted, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities, allowing for a smooth transition when a residents needs a change in level of care. Amenities/Services include: Emergency Response in Each Room, Concierge Service, Beauty/Barber Shop, Fitness Center, Gardening/Greenhouse, Indoor Pool, Pub/Sports Bar, Walking Paths, Game Room, Billiards, Parking - Surface, Private Dining Room, Hot Tub, Piano, Therapy Pool, Chapel, Guest Suite(s), Keypad Entry, Meeting Rooms, Landscaped Grounds

Animal rescue Rhode Island is a no-kill organization committed to the humane welfare and well-being of animals in need.

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program is the only USDA Nutrition program that provides a monthly package of healthy, nutritious food specifically for low income seniors. Food package includes: cereal, fruit juice, protein items, shelf stable milk, peanut butter, pasta, cheese, and canned fruits and vegetables

A grocery delivery service, not a grocery purchasing service. They do not purchase groceries for clients, they buy them and then deliver them, and then the client pays for them. To sign up, fill out information form or Email [email protected]. The contact number for callers without computer/internet access 401.264.0480.

Programs that publish and/or distribute information regarding the position of rival candidates in an election, voter guides that may summarize the pros and cons of specific ballot measures, sample ballots, precinct boundaries, the location and hours of polling places, and other details regarding the content or the mechanics of the election.

Oasis International Inc raise funds and promote initiatives to serve the people who need them most. They believe in taking action with urgency in order to raise public awareness about some of the most pressing issues facing today’s society.

Meals on Wheels site

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.

Low income elderly housing with 76 units.

Indian Run Village is subsidized housing 62+, handicapped or disabled.

The substance abuse task force identifies and addressed the issue of substance abuse in the city and its mission is to develop, implement, and advocate for effective community-based prevention initiatives.