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Programs that provide a variety of services and activities that are intended to stimulate the economy; expand employment opportunities; encourage the establishment and growth of commerce and industry; improve the physical infrastructure through redevelopment; support the development, finance, management and preservation of affordable housing; and otherwise enhance the economic development of the community. Many programs focus on impoverished communities and are structured to prevent the outflow of community dollars and to retain and recycle income within the community by investing in the development of local institutions and businesses and thereby creating local jobs, sustaining local services and building a healthier local economy. Also included are the institutions that the financial sector comprises and the services they provide for businesses and the general public.

Westbay Farm is a three-acre farm, growing 15,000 pounds of organic vegetables each year. Its largest crops are lettuce, tomatoes, onions, potatoes, and squash. The farm provides fresh produce to the Westbay Marketplace food pantry, expanding the nutritious choices for our clients in Warwick, West Warwick and East Greenwich. Farm produce is also available to the public at our summer Farm Stands

Services: Empowering youth to strengthen and build communities.

This location is a fire alarm dispatch center that coordinates with the five Coventry fire stations to dispatch fire services. Emergencies only.

Rhode Island League of Charter Schools is proud to advocate for and support our 18 charter public schools, which are working every day to improve education for all students. Serving over 4,600 students from 34 school districts, charter public schools provide a variety of learning opportunities, including different focus areas, diverse school communities and unique missions. They are closing the achievement gap and have shown success in serving students from disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly in our urban communities. The mission of the Rhode Island League of Charter Schools is to advocate for its members by supporting charter public schools as leaders in expanding choice and supporting and informing the public school reform movement across the state of Rhode Island. Since our founding in 2001, the Rhode Island League of Charter Schools has worked to expand the role of charter public schools in our public education system. The League is guided by the directors of the 18 member charter public schools. Together, we advocate, share best practices and collaborate.

West Greenwich 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.

The purpose of the Rhode Island Organizing Project (RIOP) is to promote justice and the common good. RIOP trains leaders to be active in their communities around the issues that are important to them.

A collaborative group of local comprehensive and specialized information and referral providers who have agreed to coordinate information and referral service delivery to provide seamless access to information about community resources via the three digit number assigned for this purpose, 211. Depending on the size and nature of the community, 211 systems may consist of only a few organizations that provide information and referral or may include a diverse array of organizations that furnish some type of I&R. Some of these organizations may supply a very specialized type of I&R service (e.g., for people with disabilities or older adults), while others may provide a comprehensive range of assistance. The coordination of all I&R services and programs within a community and, where relevant, beyond, constitutes the 211 system.

Child Outreach is a free service offered to all children 3 to 5 years old. Child Outreach provides information about your child’s development and resources that are available within your community. It can also help identify children who may need further assessment, intervention and/ or services at an early age to promote positive outcomes in kindergarten and beyond.

A free program, co-sponsored by the RI Department of Transportation and funded by the Federal Highway Administration, Commuter Resource RI offers one stop shopping for your commuting needs. CRRI provides transportation information and services to Rhode Island corporations and employees in order to: reduce single occupant vehicle trips, increase high occupancy vehicle (HOV) commuting, reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and maximize use of public transit. This program offers free comprehensive, customized information to individual commuters on commuting options, including carpooling, vanpooling, public transit, rail transportation, biking and walking plus route planning.

66 bed Nursing Home.

For emergency call 911

netWORKri is Rhode Island's One-Stop Career Center System, a partnership of professional labor, training, and education organizations. The netWORKri centers are conveniently located throughout the state where jobseekers and employers are matched through quality employment programs and services. Whether someone is a jobseeker looking for just the right job or an employer looking for qualified employees, resources are available at no cost. For callers with internet access: Go to www.EmployRI.org. The site offers not only up-to-date and easily searchable job listings, but also tools for resume writing, skills assessment and labor market research.

Provides an annual Easter meal

A national service organization for young adults, ages 17-24, to participate in full time community service for the improvement of urban neighborhoods.

Handled hundreds of thousands of public inquiries related to international emergencies. By spreading the word about inappropriate in-kind donations, as well as highlighting the negative impact that these collections have on disaster-affected countries, the Center strives to educate the public on how to respond in a useful and productive manner. DISASTER ASSISTANCE GUIDELINES:

• Monetary Contributions to Established Relief Agencies are Always the Most Useful Response to Disasters
• Confirm There is a Need for All Items Being Collected
• Deliver Items Only to Organizations having Local Distribution Capacity
• Donate Only to Organizations having the Ability to Transport Collected Items to the Affected Region
• Never Assume the U.S. Government or any Relief Agency Will Transport Unsolicited Relief Items Free of Charge
• Volunteer Opportunities for Disaster Relief are Extremely Limited
• Volunteer Opportunities for Disaster Relief are Extremely Limited

Currently home to the Samaritans Arts Gallery. The Baker-Hanley House is the oldest structure on the historic common that is now Wilkinson Park. The five-bay brick Federal-style house was remodeled in 1949. The society has self guided tours of Pawtucket neighborhoods.

The Robert J Allen Medical Center provides new and gently used medical equipment to those in need on a first come, first served basis. Walkers - Canes - Wheelchairs - Commodes - Shower Chairs - Electric Hospital Beds - Lift Chairs - Transport Chairs - Ramps. Recipients are responsible for transport of items

Senior Center located in building provided by Newport Housing Authority. Members live in subsidized housing units and run the Senior Center. Newport Residents Council has offices.

A Coeducational Boarding and Day School for Grades 9 through 12

VJ Doyle Manor is a subsidized 62+, handicapped or disabled housing complex.

Mission To monitor and ensure that all healthcare facilities provide the highest quality of care and services in a clean and safe environment. What we do Manage and coordinate the licensing of healthcare facilities. Operate a public-centered, responsive and uniform enforcement program in accordance with state licensing standards. Certify facilities that provide services for the federal Medicare and Medicaid programs.

CCAP provides comprehensive, quality, affordable health care for the entire family. Board-certified doctors, nurse practitioners, dentists, hygienists, licensed clinical social workers and other health care professionals are knowledgeable, caring and understanding. Pediatric Adolescent Adult Women's Health Women's Cancer Screening HIV Testing, Counseling, and Referral Services Enrollment, screening and treatment for breast and cervical cancer. Free mammograms, PAP testing and office visits for uninsured women 40-64 years old Family Planning Confidential services for physicals, PAP smears, STD / HIV screening and reproductive-related issues. Free and reduced cost contraceptives Women and Men of reproductive age who are uninsured or underinsured

Public Works Department

Exeter 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 and performs any other duties as assigned by the Town Manager.