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Connects people to treatment and recovery services. BH Link provides immediate access to behavioral healthcare in a community-based, 24/7 facility. If you or someone you love is going through a mental health or substance use crisis, there is information & there is help. People with moderate to severe opioid use disorder (OUD) can access telehealth service for initiation of buprenorphine treatment 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call RI's Buprenorphine Hotline.

Services: Extensive values-oriented family, youth and adult programs. Social, aquatic, fitness and physical education activities for all ages. Licensed school age child care, day camping. Special programs for teens, senior adults, the disadvantaged and the handicapped.

Media Relations: (401) 456-2421 Services: A 220 bed teaching hospital, offering treatment of acute medical and surgical patients; ambulatory; subacute and emergency services; bone marrow transplant unit and other advanced cancer care; an extended care facility; a statewide home care service; inpatient and outpatient substance abuse treatment at three locations and primary senior health care at two community senior centers. ** Addiction Medicine 456-2363 / 800-252-6466 / 456-6744 Fax Medical Director: Susan Kimper Hours: 7:30 am - 4:30pm, Mon - Fri Comprehensive alcohol and drug abuse treatment specializing in medical/psychiatric patients. Inpatient detox and rehab, partial hospitalization, day treatment, and multiple levels of outpatient assessments. Outpatient therapy for substance abuse and psychiatric patients including individual, family, group counseling and dual diagnosis services. **Roger Williams Mobile Care Director: Kathleen Brackett 456-2119 Support Groups: Take Time for Cancer Patients Us Too for Prostate Cancer patients Open door for women with Breast Cancer BMT Group for people with Bone Marrow Transplants Chronic Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Support Groups Income Source: Fees; grants from foundations; fund raising.

Does not help homeowners in crisis. For mortgage help please refer callers to 1-800-995-4673 Non-profit community development corporation that makes affordable rental and home ownership available for low and moderate income residents. Restores abandoned houses, revitalizes neighborhoods, strengthens the economic base and improves the quality of life. Provides Home Buyer Ed classes, Financial Fitness, Landlord Training and Reverse Mortgage counseling.

Housing- two operating 6 unit apartment building for individuals with differing abilities and who meet income guidelines established by RI Housing. Shared Living- if an individual is interested in shared living, the agency will work with them to identify a home care provider preferably someone with whom they already have a relationship. 24 hour Supported Living Services- individuals who require a more intense level of support and supervision may choose to live in one of the 6 homes or 5 apartments operated by this agency within which 24 hour staff supports are available. Focus within these homes is on supporting individuals to develop skills needed to live, work and play successfully in their community.

Offers books, periodicals, talking books, CDs, DVDs for loan. Computer access and assistance. Programming for adults and children. Answers reference questions in person and over the phone. Union Library 3832 Main Road, Tiverton, 02878, 625-6799 Hours: Tue 10am - 5pm; Sat 10am- 1pm

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

A member of the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association). Services: Improving animal and human health. Advancing the veterinary medical profession. RIVMA has developed a special program to help low-income pet owners afford the cost of spaying or neutering their pets. Through this program, eligible pet owners can receive a discounted rate on spay or neuter surgery at participating veterinary hospitals and clinics throughout Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts.

An independent and autonomous Rhode Island state agency that advocates for children in the care of DCYF to ensure they are afforded adequate protection and quality services while maintaining their individual rights and dignity. The legal office provides services for litigation, monitor placement facilities, review child fatalities, legislative advocacy, attendance at public hearings and conferences. Services include: litigation, education; family court representation of children voluntarily placed in DCYF custody; investigation of institutional child abuse/neglect and child fatality reviews.

Skilled Home Nursing Care: Under the direction of a physician, skilled nurses work closely with patients and families to meet their physical, mental and emotional needs throughout Rhode Island. Nurses can: Assess patient needs; Teach patients and family members about their medications, disease processes, and appropriate treatment; Help assess wound healing and coordinate quality care to optimize healing; Conduct post-operative assessments and monitor patient’s progress and needs. For certain diagnoses, technology such as Telehealth can monitor weight, blood pressure, pulse and oxygen levels on a daily basis, alerting the nurse for any needed intervention to prevent hospitalization.

Call 911 for emergencies.

A Brown University affiliated psychiatric center providing care for infants, children, adolescents, young adults and their families. Services include a full range of mental health and special educational programs for children with emotional and/or developmental disabilities. Treatment is provided through a multidisciplinary team consisting of psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, social workers, special education teachers, speech and language pathologists, pediatricians and milieu therapists. **Center for Autism Director: Rowland Barrett, Ph.D. Services: Highly specialized inpatient, partial hospitalization outpatient program for children and young adults with emotional and behavioral disorders combined with a developmental disability such as retardation and autism. **Inpatient Services Director: Child and Adolescent: Henry Sachs, MD Services: Comprehensive multi-disciplinary treatment program for children/ adolescents in crisis. Services include stabilization, short-term treatment in a secure environment, 24 hour care in a less restrictive environment, partial hospitalization for children who can return home at night and in-home care. **Outpatient Services Director: Karyn Horowitz, MD Services: A full range of outpatient evaluation and treatment programs. Specialty areas include individual, family and group therapy, Attention Deficit Disorder, child neuropsychological assessment, school and learning problems, anxiety disorders, trauma adjustment, behavioral problems, depression and communication disorders. Professional consultants and second opinions are available. **Early Childhood Clinical Research Center Associate Professor: Susan Dickstein PhD Email: [email protected] Services: Provide evaluation and treatment services fro young children and their families. Emphasis is placed on supporting families in learning strategies to manage challenging behaviors and support their young child's development. **The Bradley School Director: Dale Radka, MD Services: A fully accredited special education program for children/adolescents who are having difficulty learning. Bradley School integrates individual and family therapy and other mental health services with its educational services to treat the behavioral and emotional issues affecting the child's learning. Services include comprehensive and short-term diagnostic evaluations, accredited special education school, summer camp and on-site school counseling. Income Source: Patient fees; third party reimbursements; grants; gifts.

Charter School Grades 9th-12th Upon graduation, students may qualify to go on to the New England Laborers’ Training Academy in Pomfret, CT for training to become a Construction Craft Laborer Apprentice.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency coordinates the federal government's role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, and recovering from all domestic disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terror. FEMA's Region I serves Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. In 2003, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

The UCP Rhode Island Children & Family Services program provides services to children with disabilities and their families under Rhode Island�s Home Based Therapeutic Services Program (HBTS). Medicaid eligible children (up to age 21) are provided comprehensive periodic evaluations to supplement the treatment of various medical conditions. Works with families to develop service plans for their children and assists the families to secure HBTS funding. Once a plan is approved, UCPRI provides case management and services, therapies, and training for the child and family. The object is to apply individualized services that permit the child to live at home and take an active part in school and community. UCPRI�s services may help relieve some of the financial strains that make raising a child with disabilities so stressful to both the family and child. Other Children & Family Services:

• CAP (Community Activities Project) provides financial support enabling children with disabilities to participate in community and recreational activities.

Provides information, referral and advocacy to families with children who have special needs. UCPRI will assist families in identifying their needs (home health care, learning, recreation) and work with them to secure funding. Adult Education: UCP Rhode Island�s Adult Education Community Classrooms meet throughout RI. Instruction is individualized, based on the personal learning goals of each student. Most classes meet for 3 hours a week for 12 weeks. Other Services: Adult Literacy Skills Word Processing skills Craft Making Adaptive Painting & Drawing Employment Readiness Making Community Connections GED Preparation Basic Math Skills Money Management Cooking Introduction to: Internet & email Sign language Computer skills Income Source: Fund raising; foundations; grants; bequests; State contracts

One of the core functions of the Ocean State Center for Independent Living is assisting people with disabilities to move out of nursing homes and other institutions into the independent living arrangement of their choice, as well as helping to prevent people with disabilities from entering these institutions. The Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL), a non-residential, non-profit organization, can help seniors and adults with disabilities who are interested in transitioning from nursing facilities back into the community—either moving back to their own home or apartment or to the home of a relative or friend. OSCIL’s Community Living Option Program has been assisting persons with disabilities to move from a nursing home setting to a less restrictive environment for many years. OSCIL staff is able to work with each individual to identify their specific needs, help secure appropriate housing, establish community connections and obtain support services—all necessary for a safe and sustainable transition. If you or someone you know is medically stable and motivated to actively participate in the transition process, call us at (401) 738-1013 for more Information about how we may be able to help.

Christian faith-based, long term residential recovery homes for more than 400 adults & adolescents and outreach and drug prevention programs to children and youth in schools and local communities. A 15 month residential program for women with life controlling problems such as drug addiction, alcoholism, prostitution, eating disorders, etc.

Services: Mental health services, substance abuse treatment and State certified Batterers Intervention Programs. Also have counseling and coaching for adolescents, individuals, families and couples. Staff includes marriage and family therapists, licensed chemical dependency professionals and a psychologist.

Palmer Pointe, a 46-unit project for low to moderate income renters. Scattered Site*

Provides individual and group counseling for victims of sexual assault and their families. Offers 24-hour hotline, information, advocacy, support, legal assistance and crisis counseling. trained counselors/advocates available to meet victims at hospital, police station and court. Assault Prevention Program offers personal safety programs to students in preschool through college. Day One serves victims of sexual assault, domestic violence and other violent crimes. Services include the 24-hour Victims of Crime Helpline; crisis intervention, individual and group counseling for children and adults, advocacy (including legal advocacy) for victims and their families. Also, the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), the RI Children's Advocacy Center, prevention education and a new Family Foster Care Treatment Program for sexually abused children in foster care and their foster families.

Provides legal assistance and conducts educational and lobbying activities on government issues to promote civil liberties protected by the United States and Rhode Island Constitutions. Income Source: Membership dues; foundation grants

Outpatient addiction treatment involves one-on-one counseling sessions to help patients overcome alcohol or drug dependence. Clinicians use the most effective therapy methods to identify and resolve issues that have led to substance use. Services: Substance abuse and mental health counseling; outpatient detoxification; IOP, PHP, Family Counseling, Psychological Testing, Center of Excellence

Age Details: Grades K-12; Special Ed., Adult education program Services: Volunteer orientation and training workshops. Volunteers provide in-school tutoring, classroom assistance, adult ed. tutors. VICS provides translators, interpreters and culturegrams for school professionals. Resource Bank of Speakers offers classroom presentations on variety of topics. Enrichment programs to augment curriculum. Community Awareness Programs. Income Source: State; local; grants; fund raising; donations

Provides fire safety and fire prevention services to Charlestown and Richmond residents. Charlestown Fire District operates 2 stations: 4377 South County Trail (Charlestown-Richmond Station) and 4258 old Post Road (Cross Mills Station).

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