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Administers a sign language interpreter referral service and offers information and referral. An advocating, coordinating and service providing entity committed to promoting an environment in which the deaf and hard of hearing in Rhode Island are afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of their lives. The RICDHH keeps a current list of all licensed Interpreters for the deaf in the state of Rhode Island

The Bay Center was designed and built serve the community as a living classroom and center for marine science educational programs, administrative offices and community meeting space. The trails on STB's grounds are part of the Providence Urban Greenway Trail, inviting community members to enjoy this rare and beautiful urban access point to the Bay from sunup to sundown. The building itself represents Save The Bay’s approach to brownfields redevelopment and environmentally-friendly shoreline development.

Next Stop BROADWAY® is a week-long performing arts program consisting of classes, workshops, and rehearsals focused on classic Broadway shows. Participants (“cast members”) learn songs and choreography from two hit shows from the “Golden Age of Broadway” and create their own presentations based on shows in the upcoming PPAC season and other hit musicals. In addition to dance and vocal training, the program includes a mid-week “edu-tainment” segment, highlighted with film clips of Broadway shows.

The International Hearing Society (IHS) is a membership association that represents hearing healthcare professionals worldwide. IHS members are engaged in the practice of testing human hearing and selecting, fitting and dispensing hearing instruments and counseling patients.The Society recognizes the need for promoting and maintaining the highest possible standards for its members in the best interests of the hearing impaired it serves. As the membership organization for thousands of independent specialists, IHS conducts programs in competency accreditation, education and training and encourages specialty-level certification for its members.

Family Support Center provides basic needs assistance to low income households and connects families to financial literacy and other programs to strengthen their financial condition. The Family Support Center serves low and moderate income Woonsocket residents depending on eligibility requirements for fund-specific programs.

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

OSCIL offers opportunities for persons with disabilities to share similar interests and concerns and gain greater awareness of opportunities for independence. People are encouraged to call OSCIL at any time for this connection. Peer support is one of the fundamentals of a CIL. Peer “mentors” provide role modeling and share experiences, feelings, and awareness of disability issues. Through peer support there is a full exchange of brainstorming, problem solving, and sharing of concerns, successes and ways to address issues. The peer support relationship allows for the more experienced person to provide information and support and serve as a positive role model to the person whose disability might be new or more recent. Many of OSCIL staff members provide peer support in a number of areas, including but not limited to: visual and hearing impairments, arthritis, orthopedic issues, diabetes, and more. Please call the OSCIL office at 401-738-1013 for more information. PEER SUPPORT GROUPS OSCIL holds several monthly peer support groups, the purpose of which is to provide individuals with similar issues a chance to talk about their own conditions, experiences and concerns. By talking with people who truly understand what they are going through, individuals can gain practical insights to maximize the potential for successful independent living. Monthly Peer Support groups include: -Diverse Disability Group -Spinal Cord Injury Group -Traumatic Brain Injury Group -Women with Disabilities Group -Youth Transition Group

Services: English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults; International Friendship program; foreign language classes; World discovery classroom project; orientation program for international students, doctors and business trainees who are temporarily in Rhode Island; nationality events, dinners and teas. Also informal counseling and linkage to community services and organizations. Low cost guest rooms. Drop-in center. Aid and services for all temporary international residents in the southern New England area.

Rhode Island's child support program can help to encourage parental responsibility. The Office of Child Support Services establishes paternity of children, establishes court orders for financial and medical support, modifies or changes the order when appropriate, and vigorously enforces support orders.

Many Opportunities for Volunteers: First Wednesday of the Month Food Delivery (10am-12pm) Friday Night (before 3rd Saturday) Set Up (7pm-8:30pm) Bulletin Board-Resources and Nutrition Community Outreach/Fund Raising Food Drive Organizer Food Drive Donation Sorter Early Arrival (8:30am) Number Assigner 3rd Saturday Pantry Day help (9:30am-12pm) Shopper Assistance/Shelf Monitor Registration Parking Lot/Traffic Monitor (9:00am) Crowd Control Bag Carry-Out Assistance Clean-up and Restocking (12-2pm)

Everyone experiences tough times. Having help when you need it is the key to facing these challenges. Community Care Alliance strives to empower people experiencing economic insecurity, mental illness and addiction, housing issues, and trauma-related concerns. They provide clinical and support services for individuals and families with long-term needs associated with mental illness and substance abuse. Their goal is to help people live as independently and as fully integrated within the community as possible These might include basic needs assistance to address emergencies— counseling, treatment, support services and residential programs for individuals and families impacted by serious mental illness and addiction— emergency and supportive housing to prevent homelessness and promote stabilization— alternative education and services for families with young children and adolescents— and employment, financial literacy and vocational training to improve self-sufficiency.

Services: An internationally accredited four year institution founded in 1863, recognized for its excellent teaching faculty and its strong educational programs. The University awards the degrees of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Information Technology and International Business and Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology, Communications and Liberal Arts. Graduate degrees include Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Information Systems and Master of Science in Taxation.

Riverview Terrace is Affordable housing for the elderly and persons with disabilities. One and two bedroom units Some apartments designed to be fully accessible and include wheel in showers and automatic doors Rents are subsidized and include utilities Community room and lounges Computer learning center

Services: Provides outpatient rehabilitation programs to people of all ages with a wide range of functional disabilities caused by accident, illness, or developmental delay. Programs offered are day school program for children ages 3 - 21, with language/learning disorders and brain injury; brain injury day treatment program for adult clients; comprehensive outpatient program and vocational rehabilitation services. Offers evaluation and treatment in audiology, speech/language therapy, special education, occupational/physical therapy, psychological/social services and vocational training. Special features include non-commercial advice on hearing aids, augmentative communication systems, group treatment services, parent workshops, support groups and consult services. Income Source: Fees; Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS); private health insurance; School Systems

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

Services: Six month program and transitional housing for men, 18 and older, in early recovery from substance abuse. Must be able to work. Referral services, crisis intervention. Income Source: Private; state; federal; and municipal

Cranston Bernadette Bldg. 15 Fleming Road Cranston, RI 02920 Phone: (401) 462-1516 East Bay Government Center One Joyce Street Warren, RI 02885 Phone: (401) 245-2840 Kent County Kent County Courthouse 222 Quaker Lane, 1st Floor Suite #160 Warwick, RI 02886 Phone: (401) 822-6829 and 882-6831 Newport County Florence K. Murray Judicial Complex Washington Square Newport, RI 02840 Phone: (401) 841-8361 Pawtucket 249 Roosevelt Ave Pawtucket, RI 02860 Phone: (401) 721-2708 and 721-2709 Providence District Court J. Joseph Garrahy Judicial Complex One Dorrance Plaza Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401) 458-3022 Providence Superior Court Frank Licht Judicial Complex 250 Benefit Street Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401) 222-8826 and 222-8825 Washington County 4800 Tower Hill Road, Ste. 169 Wakefield, RI 02879 Phone: (401) 782-4143 Woonsocket 219 Pond Street Woonsocket, RI 02895 Phone: (401) 235-1236

Provide Scholarships, Awards, and Educational Project Grants while simultaneously building substantial, multiple endowments.

Independent Living Assisted Living Provides Memory Care/ Dementia and/or Alzheimer Number of Beds: 88

Reach Out and Read Rhode Island national nonprofit organization since 1989 now reaching nearly 4.5 million low-income families each year, Reach Out and Read builds on the unique relationship between doctors and patients to spread the message that reading aloud is the most important thing parents can do to help their children love books and start school ready to learn. With more than 5,500 participating programs across the nation, 66 of those here in Rhode Island, Reach Out and Read teaches millions of families the importance of reading aloud.

Services: Provides management services to low and moderate income housing projects. An affiliate of the Women's Housing Development Corporation.

The Blackstone Heritage Corridor works with community partners to preserve and promote the Valley’s historic, cultural, natural, and recreational resources for current and future generations. BCH offers Guided exploratory tours around the park. Visitors may walk, hike, peddle, paddle, or ride a horse, wagon or boat in various tours

Food Pantry; Wellness Hub includes Diabetes Prevention Program. (Kelsea Dixon) offering services; drop in yoga, access to Registered Dietician Food-To-Friends Delivery Program. Delivery once a month to homebound.

Preventive dental care (such as brushing and diet/nutrition recommendations); regular cleaning and fluoride treatments; and use of sealants to prevent cavities. Dr. Paquin also may: Provide mouth guards (to prevent sports injuries) Provide or recommend special preventive care to safeguard against problems, such as teething and gum disease Offer habit counseling (e.g., thumb sucking, pacifier use) Offer assessment and treatment for teeth straightening and improper bite in the young child (orthodontics) Repair tooth cavities and/or defects Diagnose oral conditions associated with diseases such as diabetes, congenital heart defects, asthma and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder Diagnose and treat dental developmental difficulties (e.g., root canals on adult teeth that have not fully formed) Provide management of gum diseases and conditions, such as pediatric periodontal disease, ulcers and tongue-tie (when the membrane that attaches the tongue to the floor of the mouth is shorter than normal. If tongue-tie interferes with breastfeeding, a Dr. Paquin can clip the membrane to release the tongue) Care for dental injuries (e.g., fractured or knocked-out teeth)

A statewide organization of families supporting families with children and youth who are at risk or have behavioral or emotional challenges, having consideration for their background and values. They provide support groups, telephone support, educational events, one-to-one assistance with advocacy and/or literature concerning education, mental health, parenting a child with special emotional or behavioral needs. PSN also provides support and education regarding systems navigation, specifically child welfare, juvenile justice, mental health special education. Support groups meet on 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6pm to 8pm at PSN office. Income source: State contract, federal grants