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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.

Sponsored by EBCAP and catered by Cranston Senior Center. Menus can be picked up at the Center or viewed on-line on the Town website and they can also be found in the monthly newsletter.

315 Park Avenue Apartments is a subsidized housing unit 62+, handicapped or disabled.

Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) provides benefit payments to insured RI workers for weeks of unemployment caused by a temporary disability or injury. Enacted in 1942, TDI was the first of its kind in the United States. It protects workers against wage loss resulting from a non-work related illness or injury, and is funded exclusively by Rhode Island workers. Only four other states; New York, New Jersey, California and Hawaii, as well as the commonwealth of Puerto Rico, have a TDI program. Temporary Caregiver Insurance (TCI) was signed into law on July 11, 2013. TCI provides eligible claimants up to 4 weeks of caregiver benefits to care for a seriously ill child, spouse, domestic partner, parent, parent-in-law or grandparent, or to bond with a newborn child, new adopted child or new foster-care child. You must apply for TCI benefits during the first 30 days after the first day of leave is taken for reasons of bonding or care giving.

SHIP Counseling

Services: Responsible for the health care services given to inmates.

Before and After School Childcare for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Locations at Rockwell, Guiteras, Colt Andrews, and Hugh Cole.

Closing Cost Program is available to first time eligible homebuyers to assist with closing costs. The five year grant will provide up to $3000.00 towards closing costs. Down Payment Assistance Program provides 50% of the required down payment, not to exceed $5,000. This matching fund program is available to first time income eligible homeowners and CANNOT BE COMBINED with the closing cost assistance program.

Services: Group homes for troubled adolescent boys offering personal, educational, and vocational rehabilitation through strong, positive, controlled group living environment. Eight facilities and independent living sites in the Greater Providence area. Income Source: State

Services: 40 bed convalescent center

The Ocean Tides School Providence Campus is an alternative day school for students in grades seven through twelve. Offering a full high school Rhode Island Regents diploma, the school is licensed by the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) and accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Additionally, the Providence Campus offers a certified special education program and a career/technical education program. The student body at the Providence Campus is comprised of students referred by their school district for educational purposes (both regular and special education) and career/technical training. Each candidate is screened by the Director of Special Education and the Principal before admittance to ensure the student is ready and willing to enter the program. Given the severe educational difficulties these students have experienced in the past, Ocean Tides seeks to provide creative, individualized programs that meet the needs of all students. Ocean Tides Provides Positive behavior programs and multiple positive behavioral supports A small school atmosphere with four to twelve students per class Excellent transition of students to adult programs or further education Individualized instruction based on student need Career/Technical education/experience and work/study at all grade levels Credit Analysis which will indicate correct grade level, course work and possible need for credit recovery through GradPoint. Individual counseling services High success rate of students who choose to return to their home schools Income Source: DCYF.

Provides outpatient and home based mental health and substance abuse treatment services for children, 4+; adults, elderly. Also information, consultation and education, referral, diagnosis, treatment, evaluation and community support services.

Parkway Towers is subsidized housing 62+, handicapped or disabled. One and two bedroom apartments available.

The Wakefield Oasis is an affiliate of the Mental Health Consumer Advocates of Rhode Island, Inc. This non-profit statewide advocacy, education, and socialization center empowers adults who have experienced psychiatric symptoms or who receive mental health services. MHCA of RI, Inc., has been in operation since 1985. The vision of MHCA of RI, Inc., is to provide peer support, to inform and educate people about the stigma of mental illness and to positively affect the lives of our fellow consumes through legislative action and other advocacy campaigns.

The Rhode Island Chapter supports people living with ALS and their loved ones through services and education. We leave no stone unturned in search for the cure of this progressive neurodegenerative disease. Support group held monthly at Warwick Public Library, 600 Sandy Lane, Warwick.

Public Works Department

Services: Offers a variety of educational and support services to Rhode Island's foster family community. Life skills program for adolescents, mentoring programs for foster parents, Real Connections mentoring program for youth in transition from state care (community and relative care based); holiday gift distribution. Publishes a monthly newsletter. Income source: State contract, private foundations and donations

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

their Education & Employment programs give Their clients the tools they need to increase their earned income, which is critical to maintaining stable housing. They have developed extensive knowledge and expertise to help individuals access individualized, trauma-informed adult education, job training and support services. Their Employment Resource Center offers one-on-one help with resumes, job searching, online job applications and career exploration. The Resource Center is also a great place to connect with our other education and job training programs.

Setup: 40 beds (20 families) Shelter and Apartments Handicap accessible (8 rooms) Services Available: Social Workers Spanish interpretation is available Crisis intervention Mental health/Substance abuse (referral) Housing placement (referral) Vocation/Education (referral) Meals: Guests are responsible for preparing their own meals Emergency food provided Important Policies: Curfew: 10:00PM Duration of stay: 90 day program; client may apply for extension if needed Rent is 30% of income or community service if client has no income Medications are locked in the staff's office Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas Drug/Alcohol free environment Children must be supervised at all times Must find employment or other source of income Must look for new housing Must attend classes and workshops

Beavertail is known for offering some of the most beautiful vistas along the New England coastline. The Park is open to people from all over the country, to experience its pristine environment. One of Beavertail’s many activities is sightseeing, also provides saltwater fishing in the area, along with offering hiking trails, and a naturalist program.

The Block Island Tourism Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the town of New Shoreham as a leisure travel destination. The BITC’s promotional efforts include publication of a travel planner; a year-long advertising campaign directed at our leisure tourism market; targeted sales efforts; public relations strategy; participation in numerous trade shows; and a comprehensive website. The BITC is available to assist travel professionals including media, tour operators, and travel agents, aid in planning a meeting or corporate event, and provide information to help visitors enjoy the destination.

The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability or blindness and who have income and resources below specified amounts. SSI payments can also be made to people 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial limits. People who have worked long enough may also qualify to receive Social Security disability or retirement benefits as well as SSI. RI Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that provides monthly payments to people with limited income and resources. SSI is for people who are 65 or older, as well as people of any age, including children, who are blind or who have disabilities. APPLY- To get SSI, you must apply for any other government benefits for which you may be eligible. You must live in the United States or the Northern Mariana Islands to get SSI. *If you're not a US citizen, but you legally live in the US, you still may be able to get SSI. For more information, read Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for Noncitizens. The Payment you get each month includes both the federal SSI payment and the supplement from Rhode Island.

The Groden Center Early Intervention Program (EIP) is for infants and toddlers with developmental concerns. Home Visits – One to two per week to help families promote communication skills, positive social interactions and emotional development and to help manage behavioral difficulties. Structured Playgroups – Small groups (average ratio of 3 professionals to 5 children) to develop skills in communication, attending, imitation, social interaction and play. Parent Education and Support– Parent groups meet each time a child attends a playgroup. In addition, parent education groups may be scheduled to address specific topics of interest to families. Community Education – EI staff work with families and children in natural environments in the community on an individual basis or with small groups during community outings. Consultation – EIP staff also provide consultation to day care centers or other programs as requested.

The program for 60 King calls for a total of 60 affordable and market-rate apartments, including studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom units. The rents for the project will be targeted to a range of different income levels: 47 units will be underwritten at 60% of area median income, 7 units will have rents set at 30% of area median income, and 6 units will be unrestricted, market-rate apartments. 60 King will be financed with a blend of low-income housing tax credits, federal historic tax credits, state historic tax credits, as well as soft debt from Rhode Island Housing and the City of Providence.