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Offers support and education to Alzheimer families through the Helpline; support groups, resource center and conferences. Educates health professionals who care for persons with the disease. Advocates for changes in the health care delivery system to better serve consumers. Publishes a quarterly newsletter and other materials on the disease. Speakers available.Services include: support groups, help over the phone, educational workshops, resource library and a newsletter.Services include: support groups, help over the phone, educational workshops, resource library and a newsletter. 24/7 helpline Care planning assistance Veterans and Dementia, Helpline, Native Americans and Alzheimer's, LGBTQ+ Community Resources for Dementia, Resolving Family Conflicts, Virtual Library, ALZ Talks Virtual Events, Assessing Symptoms and Seeking Help, Online Tools Black Americans and Alzheimer's , Hispanic Americans and Alzheimer's, Helping kids understand Alzheimer's and Dementia.

Daggett House features numerous antiques, china, needlework and furniture along with Colonial pewter used during the Revolutionary War.

The Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner is responsible for: Guarding the solvency of health insurers; Protecting the interests of consumers; Encouraging policies and developments that improve the quality and efficiency of health care service delivery and outcomes; and Viewing the health care system as a comprehensive entity and encourage and direct insurers towards policies that advance the welfare of the public through overall efficiency, improved health care quality, and appropriate access.

Blackstone Valley Pediatrics provides Primary Health care for children and adolescents

The ReFocus Community Center at 45 Greeley St, Providence, offers our younger and more active folks a variety of educational programs and activities at our three-floor, 20,000 sq. ft. Center and through field trips in the community.

Provides information on child abuse laws, incidence, causes and effects. Conducts public awareness and educational activities for the prevention of child abuse. Advocates for the development of prevention programs within existing agencies, services and school systems. Resource library including films, tapes, etc. Speakers Bureau, Professional Development Training, Parent Workshops.. Member Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America VOAD Contact: Kate Begin, Executive Director E-mail [email protected] Income Source: Grants; donations

The Chariho Regional School District ensures that all students meet high academic standards and are prepared for lifelong learning and productive global citizenship. Elementary Ashaway School Charlestown School Hope Valley School Richmond School **Secondary** Chariho High School Chariho Middle School RYSE School Chariho Career and Technical Center

The ASD Support Center offers professionals, parents and individuals with ASD the information and resources necessary to increase their capacity to access, obtain and/or provide comprehensive and coordinated services that result in improved educational performance and enhance life-long outcomes. GROUP THERAPY PROGRAMS: GROUP LEADER: Kristen Petrella, MSW, WHERE: Community Support Services, 610 Manton Ave., Providence FEES: $35.00 per session - Medicaid accepted. Groups Offered: GROUP THERAPY PROGRAM ON ASPERGER'S AND BULLYING FOR TEENS: WHEN: Thursdays, 4:00PM - 5:30PM, 9/10/09 - 12/3/09 (12 sessions) *group will not meet on 11/26 (Thanksgiving) GROUP THERAPY PROGRAM FOR ADULTS WITH ASPERGER'S SYNDROME: WHEN: Fridays 3:30PM - 4:30PM, 8/14/09- 11/20/09 (15 sessions) SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP FOR MIDDLE_SCHOOL AGED GIRLS: (for girls with at least average cognitive ability with Asperger's Syndrome or with similar social needs) WHEN: Mondays, 4:00PM - 5:30PM, 8/17/09- 11/16/09 (12 sessions) *group will not meet on 9/7(Labor Day), or 10/12 (Columbus Day) To find out more or make a referral: Contact the CSS Referral and Service Coordinator, Maggie Powers, at 401-274-6310, ext. 1242. Workshops available:

• Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders and Strategies for Intervention

Asperger Syndrome

• Teaching Communication Skills to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Behavior Supports for the Student with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Teaching Social and Emotional Skills to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders and Implications for Adolescents in Transition from School to Adult Life

RITAP is a collaborative effort of the Rhode Island Department of Education, Office of Special Populations and Rhode Island College. It provides practitioners, parents, and policymakers the knowledge and resources necessary to increase their capacity to provide comprehensive and coordinated services to all children including those with disabilities that result in improved educational performance and enhanced life-long outcomes. RITAP at Rhode Island College is supported by the RI Department of Education Office for Diverse Learners.

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

Evidence Based Clinical Interventions in the home. Can assist with navigating community services available at no out of pocket expense

Town Hall

Provides fire safety and fire prevention services to Coventry residents.

Provides comprehensive outpatient substance abuse treatment for people addicted to opiates in Rhode Island, near by Massachusetts and Connecticut. Guest Dosing available Center of Excellence Opioid Use Disorder location: Provides assessments and treatments specifically for opioid dependence.

Services:

• Medical care for babies, children and adolescents
• Medical care for adults and seniors
• Women's health (prenatal care and gynecology)
• Lab and x-ray services
• Asthma and allergy
• Care for diabetes including foot, eye and skin care

-dental care

Link for animals available for adoption: https://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?shelterid=RI79

NA is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. NA offers meetings which allow recovering addicts meet regularly to help each other stay "clean". The only requirement for membership is the desire to stop using drugs. Open and closed weekly meetings, groups for a specific population (i.e. Gay or Hispanic) and non-smoking meetings.

Summer Food Program (Breakfast and lunch are distributed at the same time) Multiple days' meals distributed at one time.

The Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL) works in collaboration with the Gift of Hearing Program at the University of Rhode Island (URI) Speech & Hearing Center to provide low cost hearing aids to those in need.

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) empowers individuals and organizations to practice ethical fundraising through professional education, networking, research and advocacy. Professional Development sessions – offered throughout the year on a variety of fundraising topics geared toward both new and seasoned professionals. Networking Breakfasts – regularly scheduled networking breakfasts offer an opportunity to meet other professionals, share information and make valued connections; National Philanthropy Day – Every November, AFP-RI hosts Rhode Island’s premier event celebrating philanthropy with nearly 500 people attending; Conference – The Chapter hosts a fundraising conference including educational tracks for all levels of experience, nationally recognized keynote speakers and great networking with other professionals. Members receive a significant discount; Government Relations – Members are kept informed of legislation affecting nonprofits. AFP-RI’s Government Relations Committee advocates for sound legislation that supports ethical fundraising and donors’ rights; Awards – AFP-RI honors outstanding philanthropists at National Philanthropy Day and recognizes individuals celebrating milestone anniversaries as AFP members at our annual meeting.

Paratransit service provided under ADA is available for an individual whose disability either prevents independent use of the fixed route system or prevents travel to or from bus stops. Under federal regulations, ADA Paratransit Service must operate within a 3/4-mile corridor on either side of a fixed route. ADA service operates during the same hours that the fixed route bus runs. All ADA trips must start and end in the corridor.

Developer of affordable housing. Lending Programs for the purchase, repair and/or refinancing of an existing home providing HUD approves foreclosure prevention counseling. Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Feeding and Nutrition Program provides food vouchers, allowing them to purchase milk, eggs, cheese, juice and iron fortified cereals and formula. The WIC coordinator provides nutrition education and counseling to all program participants on a monthly basis.

Services: Provides intake/outreach in areas of housing (including fuel assistance, home improvements and placement), emergency services (including domestic violence, fire and vandalism), shut-in, home-bound. Emergency food is available. Community relations involve workshops, urban gardening. Youth program operates during after-school hours, weekends and school vacations (offers counseling on college preparation; placement and career awareness; co-ed basketball for ages 13-18 years). After school program for children, ages 6-12; Girl Power, ages 6-12, (cooking, health, arts and crafts); ESL; job referral services. Income Source: City of Providence

Meal Site (Suggested donation $3 ). ( Through East Bay Community Action Program) Food Assistance programs weekly shopping.

CPNRI is leading an effort to develop a strong political presence which will be critical in helping to reach its goals of: Building public awareness of CPNRI and its members (service provider agencies) Informing and educating the public on the value and contributions agencies make everyday in the lives of people with disabilities. Informing and educating the public about the service Direct Support Professionals provide to people with disabilities so that they are able to live and work in the community.

*January 1st, 2017, Ocean State Community Resources, Inc. (OSCR) and The Fogarty Center have merged into one entity. The Fogarty Center provides a variety of Employment & Day Supports to many of the people from its residential and other community settings. The Fogarty Center offers individual Person-Centered services for job seekers with intellectual/developmental disabilities by offering a comprehensive progression of employment-related services. These services include; Discovery, Career Exploration, Job Trial/Assessment, Placement, Job Coaching and Monitoring. The Fogarty Center also supports adults by planning meaningful activities throughout the day, based on personal preference, within a variety of settings including day programs as well as locations within the community. Day services are provided on an individual 1:1 basis and/or group settings. -24 Hour Residential -Non-24 Hour Residential -Self-Directed Supports (OPTIONS and PersonalChoice) -Community Based Day Programs -Supportive Employment -Shared Living Arrangements (SLA) -Community Based Supports