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Charles N. Fortes Elementary is an early childhood school nurturing lifelong learning. The students reach their highest social and academic potential in a challenging, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate environment. They work together as a community to enrich the lives of our families so that our students can become responsible contributors to society.

The mission of the Steere Farm Elementary School is to provide high quality education to all students in a secure, nurturing environment in which all are challenged to reach full potential as lifelong learners, responsible citizens, and contributing members of society, recognizing its role as the education center of our unique and evolving community.

Provides comprehensive rehabilitation services to persons, 18 - 100, who are blind or severely visually impaired, through a center-based program, regional satellites, or community services. Included are daily living skills training, orientation and mobility, counseling, diabetic program, summer camp, low vision services, workshop training and employment, a closed circuit radio information service, volunteer services, speakers bureau, tapes, Braille material, aids and appliances. Sponsors support groups throughout the state. Income Source: Donations; corporations; foundations; grants; endowment; United Way (associate member)

Region 7: South County Regional Coalition Task Force 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.

The Jamestown School Department, with the support of the Jamestown community, provides a learning environment that instills confidence, inspires enthusiasm for lifelong learning, and provides children with the skills and knowledge necessary to become engaged and productive citizens. Jamestown School Department operated 2 schools, Melrose School, in the same location as this department, for students in grades PreK-4, and Lawn School, located at 55 Lawn Avenue, for students in grades 5-8. Jamestown School Department provides a rigorous, standards based curriculum with a balanced literacy program, real-world mathematics, hands-on science and civics education preparing students for 21st century learning. Jamestown schools have adopted computer science, coding and science, technology, engineering, arts & mathematics (S.T.E.A.M) based opportunities as key components of the curriculum. Currently both schools in the district have a fully furnished makerspace lab with 3-d printers, green screens and Edison robots.

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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.

We focus on preventive care, offering regular checkups, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants and provide comprehensive general dental treatments including fillings, extractions, bonding and emergency services. As always, we practice with no sedation and no restraints. Pediatric Dental Emergencies

The Lighthouse at Lincoln is a specialized memory care assisted living residence, offering a full range of dementia care, including skilled nursing.

Main & Sayles Apartments located on 950 Main Street in Pawtucket, Rhode Island is an LIHTC development offering one and two bedroom Conventional and Tax Credit apartments. The LIHTC income guidelines are established through the Tax Credit program.

Amicable Church hosts Sunday School for Pre-K to 12th Grade, and also singing and acting programs of C.O.R.E. (Creative Outreach Reinventing Expression), an after school arts program. Gloria Crist teaches acting classes and Vaughn Bryner teaches vocal performance classes as a part of this program.

Amherst gardens is a community redevelopment project consisting of 14 building scattered throughout the Olneyville section of Providence, RI. The project incorporates 14 buildings with 36 affordable apartment units.

Emergency/ transitional Shelter, Soup Kitchen every weekday.

Services: An independent assisted living residence.

Common Sense Parenting (CSP) is a practical, skill-based program that provides easy-to-learn techniques to help with today's parenting challenges. CSP offers training for parents who want to build on their existing skills to learn new ways of dealing with their children's behaviors. CSP classes are two-hour sessions once a week over multiple weeks, based on the age of the child.

Built in 1793, Slater Mill is a living history museum depicting the early 19th century and the birth of the American Industrial Revolution. The Wilkinson Mill (1810) on the premises houses an authentic 19th century machine shop and a reconstructed 16,000 pound water wheel.

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The Foster EMA is charged with mitigating against, preparing the community of Foster for, and responding to and recovering from, natural or man-made disasters. The members of the EMA work to maintain resources that can be deployed quickly in the event of an emergency.

A community-based resource that provides coordinated and comprehensive services which educate, nourish, assist, entertain and enrich the lives of individuals 55 years of age and older. The department is comprised of divisions designed to inform, entertain and enrich the lives of those who participate. Adult Day Services - Professionally designed programs to meet the needs of frail individuals with physical and/or cognitive impairments. Professional staff consists of registered nurses, a case manager, physical therapy assistant and certified nursing assistants. Therapeutic programs include music, art, physical, occupational, speech, aroma, pet therapy. Recreational activities include crafts, painting, exercise, gardening, Tai Chi and Yoga for elders. Intergenerational programs with local schools provide enrichment opportunities for both young and old alike. Support and Referral Services for each participant and their families, coordination with physicians and other service providers. Cost is based on a sliding fee scale. Licensed by the RI Office of Healthy Aging. Nutrition - Provides hot, nutritious, homemade lunches served at 11:45AM, Monday through Friday. Snack bar with freshly baked goods, soups and much more. Night Life - Dinners, Thursday at 5:00PM in the Spring and Fall. Programs - Offers activities that enable seniors to expand their horizons, enrich their lives and pursue a variety of interests. Our programs promote wellness, health maintenance, personal dignity and self worth. Health programs and screenings include blood pressure, hearing, glucose, flu clinic, SNAP and URI Pharmacy Outreach Program. Individual needs, interests, skills and abilities are addressed through a variety of stimulating educational, social and health activities to improve the quality of life. Retired Senior Volunteer Program - Allows anyone 55+ years of age the opportunity to help make the community a better place to live by sharing themselves with others. Participants gain personal satisfaction by serving at a public or non-profit agency. They also have fun by participating in interesting and rewarding experiences. Seniors serve from one to 40 hours a week; RSVP provides guidance and support, transportation, meals and insurance for all volunteers. Social Services - A caring staff of professional case managers and a Community Elder Information Specialist is available to provide support and counseling to seniors and their families, provide access to a network of service providers throughout the city and state, assist with the many available services, offer comfort and compassion, visit homebound seniors to assess and case manage, coordinate Support Groups such as Widow/Widower; Arthritis; Reminiscence. The staff is available to speak to your community organization on a wide variety of issues. Transvan 401-943-3341 - Daily transportation system for 60+ and/or disabled Cranston residents is available to provide transportation anywhere in Cranston, Monday through Friday. Provides shuttles to nearby malls and local markets. Provides transportation to doctors, nursing homes and hospitals in Providence, North Providence, Johnston and Warwick by appointment.

The Arthritis Foundation’s Juvenile Arthritis camp programs give kids with arthritis and related childhood rheumatic diseases the chance to make lasting memories. Programs provide a safe and secure camping experience for children and teens. Campers gain a greater understanding of their own diagnosis and treatment, develop peer-to-peer support, increase independence and self-confidence, discover new skills and interests, and develop the skills they need to be leaders, advocates and champions in their everyday lives. Camp dates and locations vary, view online

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Quaker Estates is subsidized housing for seniors 62+, handicapped or disabled.

Youth Prevention Services Adult and Youth Education, Employment & Training Senior and Disabled Adult Case Management Program: available to assist with a multitude of services including nutrition services, healthcare and medical assistance, home health aides, home modifications, elder abuse prevention, and when necessary, nursing home referrals. Health Center For seniors, services include: At Home Supports Case Management; Integrated Case Management; Self-Directed Program; Protective Services; and National Family Caregiver Support Program. Behavioral health treatment is offered for a wide variety of concerns including substance abuse treatment, anxiety and depression, relationship and family counseling, and stress and anger management.

Home based child care center. Capacity: 6

A 265-acre property, a house built in 1796, which today is a working family farm. During open hours, take a self-guided walking tour, participate in an outdoor workshop, explore farm fields with grazing livestock, stroll along the shore, and view seasonal farm activities. Using innovative sustainable practices, the managers of Watson Farm continue the tradition of pastoral husbandry, grazing Heritage Red Devon cattle and sheep on the scenic seaside pastures. The farmers produce 100% grass-fed beef and lamb and wool blankets for local markets. The house, still used as the farmers’ residence, is not open to the public.