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A wide range of human and educational services across Rhode Island including outpatient/office-based program provides mental health counseling as well as medical services from psychiatrists. Substance abuse counselors provide treatment of adults and adolescents with substance abuse issues; treatment for family members affected by their loved one's addiction is also available.

Addiction education services Individual and group counseling Relapse prevention and support groups

Welcome House offers a community soup kitchen every weekday, located in the main facility at 8 North Road in Peace Dale, RI. All individuals and families in need are welcome to join for lunch.

Cherry Hill Apartments is subsidized housing for seniors 62+, disabled or handicapped.

Nursing Facility Wound Vac VA Contracted Alzheimer Unit or Wing (locked) Trach Psych Services Respite Dialysis Beds: 131 Bus Line

Provides a wide range of service and products aimed at allowing people to maintain their independence by staying in their homes longer. The Personal Emergency Response Systems are monitored 24/7 in the call center. In addition, they offer a medication reminder compliance unit and Telehealth Disease Management Platform.

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

Purpose: To understand when and where influenza activity is occurring, to monitor influenza-related illness, outbreaks, hospitalizations, and deaths, and to determine circulating and emerging influenza virus strains. Key Information: Geographic spread and activity level of influenza in the state, laboratory test results, and influenza-related hospitalizations and deaths. Influenza-like-illness (ILI) is defined as patients with a fever over 100°F with cough and/or sore throat (unless there is a known cause other than the flu). Collection Period: Data is collected and analyzed weekly throughout the flu season from October to May. How data are collected The Department of Health has a number of methods for gathering data. This includes gathering reports on the number of patients with influenza-like illness (ILI) from a sample of sentinel physicians and collecting data from hospitals throughout the state. The services of the State Health Laboratory are used to determine the circulating strains of influenza. Additionally, a staff of epidemiologists work with CDC guidance to determine flu activity levels.

Offers books, large type books, periodicals, pamphlets, records, audio cassettes, CD's, video cassettes for loan. Programming for adults and children. Internet access.

Located in downtown Providence, the Dunkin' Center is a 14,500 seat indoor sports and entertainment venue which attracts more than one million visitors annually. The Dunkin' Donuts Center is the home arena for the AHL Providence Bruins Home team. The Center hosts virtually all of the major touring family shows, many concerts and various other special events. Purchase event tickets online or over the phone

Respite care for those who need assistance with daily tasks including assistance with housekeeping, bathing, and dressing.

During this crucial stage of a child’s growth and development, the Seven Hills EI professionals work with families as a team to help them help their children where they learn best: at home and in community settings. Seven Hills EI program partners each family with a Service Coordinator who works with a team to assess the child’s development based on medical history, observation of the child performing a daily routine, and learning about the child’s likes, dislikes, successes, and difficulties. If the child is eligible for EI, the team will work with the family to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), to develop priorities, goals and outcomes. The Seven Hills professionals make it as convenient as possible for families to schedule their EI visits in the child’s natural environment—at home, in a child care setting, or during a community activity. The family’s multidisciplinary EI team may include educators, therapists, social workers, and nutritionists. Parent Consultants (PCs)—parents whose children have been through the EI program—are also available to share resources, offer support, and facilitate networking.

Facilitates the development and study of cutting edge medical treatments. RIMMRI specializes in clinical trials for Alzheimer's Disease.

Family Court focuses special attention on individual and social problems concerning families and children. Consequently, its goals are to assist, to protect, and if possible, to restore families whose unity or well-being is threatened.

A supported employment program operating a plant and flower shop which provides work opportunities for adults with persistent psychiatric disabilities. Source of income: Grant from MHRH, retail sales, private foundation, fundraisers.

SHIP Counseling

Solutions is a program of Family Service of Rhode Island that provides care coordination across a continuum of service providers involved with children and their families. This continuum includes medical, educational, mental health and other providers. In addition to care coordination, Solutions services include a global assessment of need, an action plan, assistance with referrals and linkages while providing ongoing support to ensure the best possible health and well-being outcomes.

Public elementary school in the West Warwick School District.

Services provided on and off site to residents.

Personalized Case Management (Non-Medical): Case managers work with clients to understand and get access to services they are eligible for and to help them take control of certain aspects of their lives. Case managers provide direction on things such as assistance with paperwork and connections to medical, dental, and mental health providers. Case managers also provide information regarding housing, legal referrals, food resources, wellness programs, emotional support, education, medication, clinical trials, and statewide service organizations. Oral Health Care Services This program provides access to dental insurance for individuals who do not currently have it. In partnership with Delta Dental, APRI clients are enrolled in an insurance plan that covers teeth cleanings and allows for a maximum annual coverage for pre-approved dental services of $1,750. Medically necessary exceptions that exceed this amount are considered on a case-by-case basis. All payments are made directly to the provider on behalf of the client. Emergency Financial Assistance Program Clients may be eligible to receive financial assistance for a variety of needs, including medical costs, rent, heat, and other utility expenses. Verification of income and expenses, along with completion of an Emergency Financial Assistance application is necessary. Clients must apply for funding, with an annual limit of $2,500. All payments are made by APRI directly to the landlord or service provider, as appropriate. Bus Passes & RIDE Tickets Limited supplies of RIPTA bus passes and RIDE tickets are available for persons in need of transportation to medical visits. Clients who are able to obtain their own transportation are not eligible. Clients who are disabled are encouraged to apply for bus passes through RIPTA directly, or we can assist you in applying. Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling Services (Outpatient) Clients can receive counseling by providers who specialize in HIV, relationships, substance use/abuse, and other issues. Services are provided to individuals regardless of insurance status. (Counseling services are also available for HIV-negative individuals. Please contact us to discuss and set up an appointment.) Afia Center for Health & Wellness APRI is proud to offer of a variety of services through our Afia Center for Health & Wellness, co-located at Open Doors at 485 Plainfield St. in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Providence. Afia is a drop-in center that operates on Wednesdays and Thursdays 12-3 p.m. and offers hot meals; a food pantry that also includes access to personal care items; outings and group activities; and much more. New members must meet with APRI’s program coordinator to determine eligibility for services. There is no fee associated with the services offered through the Afia Center. Nutritional Support Clients who have a statement or evaluation from their medical provider indicating the need of a nutritional supplement are provided cases of Ensure Plus or Glucerna. Clients who have health insurance are eligible for this program if they can show written proof that they cannot get nutritional supplements from their own pharmacy. APRI’s licensed dietitian provides counseling for a client who is prescribed nutritional supplements. ADAP Enrollment & Medication Management We can assist clients in filling out and submitting paperwork for the state’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program, which guarantees access to HIV and other necessary medications. In addition, APRI offers services from a registered provider who can discuss medications with clients as needed. Legal Services & Referrals For older individuals living with HIV, end-of-life planning can be critically important. APRI partners with local attorneys who specialize in elder and estate planning to offer the creation and notarization of documents such as: Last Will and Testament, Durable Power of Attorney for Financial Matters, RI Health Care Power of Attorney, RI Living Will, and HIPAA authorization form. Clients need only be Ryan White eligible to receive these services. Housing Advocacy Stable housing is a crucial part of maintaining one’s overall health. We work with clients who are homeless, housing unstable, or who are seeking a change to their housing situation to apply for assistance, search for different housing options, and more. Health Insurance Premium Assistance APRI can assist clients who need help paying for their own health insurance premiums or COBRA payments for up to six months. If longer term assistance is needed, we will help a client transition to another insurance provider through Health Source RI.

To control the spread of infectious diseases in Rhode Island. What we do Monitor reportable infectious diseases: Identify newly diagnosed cases reportable under Rhode Island law and analyze trends in newly diagnosed cases. Locate people who have been exposed to infectious diseases and contact them and guide them to action. Control disease outbreaks, plan public health responses to outbreaks of infectious disease and react swiftly to contain outbreaks with healthcare providers in the community.

Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center offers short-term, safe, confidential shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children. Residents are provided with all basic needs and are encouraged to participate in a program that includes education about domestic violence, parenting and financial literacy. Provides specialized children’s services, advocacy and referrals. 16 bed capacity, NOT handicap accessible. Services Available: Case management; Crisis intervention (on-site); Domestic violence support and education; Housing search and education; Budgeting and financial literacy; 3 meals per day. Important Policies: Rent is NOT required; Medications are locked and stored in a secure location and available to guest as prescribed; Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas; Drug/alcohol free environment; Children must be supervised at all times; Agency follows least-harm model. The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center offers a transitional housing program for families who have been affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. Our program provides safety, stability and support, while clients take the next steps toward self-sufficiency. The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center is excited to announce it's new Permanent Supportive Housing program. Housing with no end date with wrap-around services available if needed.

A wide range of human and educational services across Rhode Island including outpatient/office-based program provides mental health counseling as well as medical services from psychiatrists. Substance abuse counselors provide treatment of adults and adolescents with substance abuse issues; treatment for family members affected by their loved one's addiction is also available. Individual treatment and group therapy are available. Income Source: RIte Care, Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, grants, government contracts, United Way, private donations.

Maggie's Pet Pantry provides assistance to people who need help in feeding their pets. The Pantry includes dog food, cat food, toys, snacks, treats, leashes and collars, etc.

A Federal nutrition program for low income seniors ages 60 and over designed to improve health by supplementing their diet with nutritious USDA foods. This location is a distribution site for the program. Participating seniors will receive one box of supplemental food per month. Food package includes: cereal, fruit juice, protein items, shelf stable milk, peanut butter, pasta, cheese, and canned fruits and vegetables