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Donovan Manor (Part of Newport Housing Authority) also provides information on all nine Newport Housing Authority units, which include elderly, disabled, and family housing. Elderly and Disabled Units: Donovan Manor, Earl Ave, Pond Ave, Edgar Court, Coddington Manor, Chapel Terrace Low-Rise, and DeBlois Street Apartments. Family units: Chapel Terrace and Park Holm.

Programs are based on the residency of a professional string musician whose members teach, perform and mentor youth. Programs are available during the school year and one week in July during the Summer.

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: Triple-A baseball league, affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. 72 home games, April - September. The Pawtucket Red Sox are moving to Worcester starting in 2021 to become the Worcester Red Sox.

Blackstone Falls is a subsidized 62+, disabled, or handicapped complex.

Offers two and four year degree program combinations in the fields of business, food service, hospitality and technology. The Alan Shawn Feinstein Graduate School offers Masters Degrees in accounting, teaching, international business, hospitality administration and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. An early admissions program for high school students, Project Access, is also available.

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

A broad-based low-income housing advocacy organization promoting public policy initiatives to preserve and increase affordable housing opportunities in Rhode Island and to raise public awareness on issues related to affordable housing.

Federal program that provides a box of nutritious shelf stable foods to seniors’ age 60+ who have an income at or lower than 130FPL.

The local agency that is responsible for enforcing all laws and ordinances; preventing crime; investigating criminal activity; apprehending, arresting and detaining suspects; presenting evidence; regulating traffic; investigating traffic accidents and engaging in other activities that protect lives and property and preserve peace in the community.

Hiking, Boy Scout camping, concert series. Call for information.

Services: A social change group made up of survivors of domestic violence and a task force from the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence. We work to address issues that affect the lives of women after leaving abusive relationships.

Services: Responsible for the health care services given to inmates.

Domestic violence agency providing services to victims of abuse including weekly support groups held in a confidential location for the safety of its attendees.

This location provides fire safety and fire prevention services to the town of Foster. This is one of 3 volunteer fire departments in Foster, in addition to the Moosup Valley Volunteer Fire Company, located at 55 Moosup Valley Road, Foster, RI 02825 (Business Phone: 401- 392-0328) and the South Foster Volunteer Fire Company, located at 7 Mt Hygeia Road, Foster, RI 02825 (Business Phone: 401-640-1958)

To preserve and improve the quality of life in Jamestown and create an atmosphere of goodwill between the business community and the residents of Jamestown. This can be achieved by focusing on both the village area and the larger business community in Rhode Island.

THANKSGIVING BASKETS 2011 available to clients of shelter only.

The 9 Yards program provides long term, comprehensive services to small groups of individuals getting out of prison. The program provides a variety of classes and support in prison, followed by transitional housing, case management, and employment coaching. The program has been proven to reduce recidivism by more than 50%. Reentry Case Management program works with participants up to six months prior to release from prison. OpenDoors is contracted through the Rhode Island Department of Corrections (DOC) to provide discharge plans to inmates in the Men's Minimum Security Facility at the DOC. This is done in both individual and group formats in an attempt to reach as many as possible of the over 1,200 discharges per year from that facility. Individual 14-point plans addressing different life-areas are established for clients with longer sentences, while comprehensive written information on available services is provided to group participants who typically have short sentences. All clients are encouraged to follow up with the resource center. Walk-in resource center, accepts drop-in visits from any formerly incarcerated person. We maintain an up-to-date and comprehensive file of resources in major life areas such as housing, employment, education, medical, mental health, substance abuse, and transportation. Clients can use our telephone or computer lab to communicate with employers, family members, and probation or parole officers. Our resource center has a full schedule of programming, ranging from job readiness to financial literacy to support groups. We can also serve as a temporary address. Check the monthly calendar for more info.

Events and Field Trips- The DaVinci Center offers senior field trips with enriching experiences focused on personal growth. They are an excellent opportunity for seniors to have fun, explore the state, and make new friends. Each trip typically includes visits to local attractions and dining at a restaurant, ensuring a well-rounded and enjoyable outing. Transportation is free; any additional fees are the participant's responsibility. The DaVinci Center offers an engaging Senior Field Trip Program designed to enrich the lives of older adults in our community. Each trip is carefully planned to ensure a blend of educational experiences and social interactions, fostering a sense of camaraderie and personal growth. With free transportation provided, seniors can participate in these enriching activities worry-free, making the DaVinci Center an ideal destination for fulfilling and enjoyable senior outings. Trips occur twice months: enjoy hassle-free transportation, expertly planned itineraries, and the chance to forge new friendships along the way. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embrace adventure, learning, and camaraderie- join us for an unforgettable journey every month!, personalized senior field trip experiences- We ensure tailored support and targeted interventions by conducting thorough, personalized attention and thoughtful planning through comprehensive assessments that cover various aspects, including educational, social, emotional, and practical needs. We also evaluate across multiple dimensions: academic, social, emotional, and vocational.

Social Support Group for Adults with Asperger's Syndrome. Sponsored by the Asperger/Autism Network, Rhode Island Chapter, Hosted at Bradley Hospital in the Pine Room. This support group is facilitated by Arthur Mercurio of the Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities (CADD) at Bradley Hospital. It is free and meets the second Monday of each month. The group may cancel on holidays or in bad weather. Please call for more information and to verify the meeting date and time. 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.

Public elementary school

Offers a general collection of books, large prints for visually impaired, books on tape, CDs, videos, DVDs periodical. Programming for adults, young adults and children. Access to the internet. Reference services available. A member of Ocean State Libraries (OSL).

To volunteer as a mentor you must be: At least 19 years old, Open minded and non-judgmental, Open to diversity, Willing to commit to a minimum of one year to the program (or three semesters if college student), Able to spend three or four hours each week or every other week with a child, Able to establish and maintain a one-to-one relationship with a child, Able to access an insured car or willing to take public transportation. Programs Include: Traditional Program - The Traditional Mentoring Program matches at-risk girls and boys between the ages of 7 and 15, in long-term, one-to-one relationships with adult female and male volunteer mentors. �Big Mentor League� Program - This is a special program provided by Big Sisters of Rhode Island, in partnership with the Urban League of Rhode Island and Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership working with girls & boys who have a parent currently incarcerated. The girls/boys range in age from 4 to 18 years old and are from all over Rhode Island. Hermana(o) a Hermana(o) - BBBSOS matches Latina girls/Latino boys with mentors. The girls/boys are considered to be at-risk for academic failure or delinquency or lacking a strong role model. School-Based Mentoring - This program provides mentorship to both girls and boys after class at their school. This program provides a structured environment to assist in academic success. Donation Center - The BSRI Donation Center provides a sustained source of revenue for the vital social service activities of the agency by collecting donations of gently used clothing, household items, small appliances, books and toys (also accepts TV's, computers, and other large electronics for a $10 processing fee) through a combination of scheduled home pick-ups, on-site clothing drop-offs, and targeted community clothing drives.

Services: 168 beds, assisted and independent living, shared and private rooms available. 24-Hour Security Cameras. Housekeeping, Activities, Dementia Care Unit ; Alzheimer's Care Unit; Scheduled Transportation; Spiritual Support Services; Emergency Call Systems; Exercise Programs; Personal Laundry Services; Rehabilitation; Nutritional Counseling; Medication Monitoring; Exercise Room; Laundry Room; Beauty/Barber Shop; Outdoor Area; TV Room; Library; Common Area. Pets allowed. Assisted Living Facility Memory Care/Dementia and/or Alzheimer Respite Beds: 168

School House Place is an affordable housing community with 7 units available.