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The program is highly structured and emphasizes relapse prevention. Sober and drug -free lifestyles are supported and participation in 3 toxicology screenings a week is required. We offer supportive services that can become a part of your safety net.Successful independence is the goal of our recovery-focused Intensive Outpatient Program for those with co-occurring disorders. You’ll get care and guidance from our skilled counselors in a safe, supportive setting.

Create Your Weight Nutrition wellness group, Lymphedema Support Group, Gyn Cancer Support Group, Transitions to Survivorship Education Support Group, Young Women's Support Group, Metastatic Breast Cancer Support Group, Caregivers Support Group, Expressive Therapies Support Group: utilizes guided meditation and art work. No artistic experience necessary. Women & Infants' Breast Health Center is a specialized resource for patients and a consultative service to physicians offering comfortable facilities, advanced technology, specialized expertise, prompt evaluation, and a full spectrum of contemporary treatment options. The Breast Health Center has a perfected model program for total breast care, developed all of the necessary educational and support systems and assembled a multidisciplinary team of women's health specialists.

The RI Department of Labor and Training provides workforce development, workforce security and workforce protection to the state's workers, employers and citizens, offering employment services, educational services and economic opportunity to both individuals and employers. DLT protects the workforce by enforcing labor laws, prevailing wage rates and workplace health and safety standards. The department also provides temporary income support to unemployed and temporarily disabled workers.

CODAC has introduced or expanded whole health services, including: Mental Health assessment and treatment and/or referral to a community provider, health and wellness, motivational interviewing. EKG with interpretation at annual physical Rapid testing with treatment (and/or referral) for Hep C Acu-detox (a form of acupuncture approved for use in OTP treatment) Tobacco Cessation Programs Problem Gambling Services of Rhode Island., resources. CODAC programming emphasizes expanded and enhanced case management for all patients. Group counseling covers a wide range of topics and utilizes various approaches to support treatment and recovery. Offerings may vary over time to reflect patient needs and include: Nutrition counseling Expressive arts and journaling Education and support groups for pre- and post-partum women Family and Couples Counseling Anger management Programs for individuals re-entering the community after incarceration Individualized case management includes referrals and linkages for specialized treatment and recovery needs

Knotty Oak Village is subsidized housing 62+, handicapped or disabled, consisting of 75 units in 13 residential structures. 22 units are located on the second floor.

**DOES NOT PICK UP DONATIONS** FURNITURE and ACCESSORIES: Small furniture, chairs, tables, sofas, bookshelves, bureaus, lamps, clocks, pictures, frames, mirrors, and other furnishings. Call first before bringing in large furniture items.

Douglas Manor is subsidized housing 62+, handicapped or disabled.

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

The Ashaway Free Library (AFL) has a print collection of 23,000 plus volumes, a wide selection of magazines, DVD/audio books/ CD collection of 553 items as well as computer stations and WIFI connection.

Administration Phone: (401) 462-6612

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.

Chepachet Station 1 provides fire and rescue service to the village of Chepachet and the Community of Glocester.

Friendly Towns Program: A volunteer program to host a child for one to two weeks in the summer. To become a host family, there is a phone screening and application process, home visit and house inspection, interview the household, contact three references, and background checks.

Offers Before and After School Program to school aged children in an educational and nurturing environment. BEFORE SCHOOL: Nutritious breakfast along with quiet morning activities that focus on math and literacy skills. AFTER SCHOOL: Nutritious snack followed by homework assistance and structured activities. These activities include: arts and crafts, board/card games, computers, and indoor and outdoor play.

Easy Bay- (East Providence) Provides: behavioral health services ranging from emergency services, general and intensive community-based outpatient treatment, substance use treatment, and other services.

24 hour helpline provided for individuals in crisis. Telephone calls range from seeking to escape a domestic violence situation to support and advocacy. Victims of Crime Helpline BVAC, in collaboration with Day One and the RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence, answers the Victims of Crime Helpline. The Helpline provides telephone support as well as accompaniment to hospitals and police departments.

CASA: Provides advocacy in court for the best interests of children who are the victims of abuse and/or neglect and are therefore involved with the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) and the Rhode Island Family Court. Staff includes attorney, guardians ad litem and Social Caseworkers. Program also trains volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates.

For adolescent girls, 13-17. Provides individual, group and family counseling in a long-term residential treatment program for women in recovery from chemical dependency. Daily living in a family atmosphere develops a sense of normalcy and belonging in a non-threatening, supportive, educative and chemically free environment. The program places a strong emphasis on the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. Assertiveness training as well as physical and recreational activities are designed to improve health and appearance. Special emphasis is placed on helping each woman develop positive feelings of self-worth that will support the ultimate goal of sobriety. A relapse prevention specialist provides residential and outpatient relapse prevention services. Eastman House also offers a continuing after care program. Through group therapy we also work on women's concerns, abuse issues and trauma. Income Source: State, private foundations, donations, fund raising

Advocates for measures to give children the best start in life:

• Promotes girls' education - ensuring that they complete primary education as a minimum.
• Works to provide immunizations against common childhood diseases
• Works to prevent HIV/AIDS among young people
• Helps children and families affected by HIV/AIDS to live their lives with dignity.
• Focuses on psycho-social support for traumatized children, relief for child soldiers, and special attention for women and girls in crisis situations

The mission of East Providence High School is to promote integrity in a safe and respectful learning environment which includes students, parents, families, faculty and administration. It is the goal of our school community to provide and support rigorous curricula, preparing our graduates for college or career readiness.

Programs that pay for some or all of the cost of Medicare for seniors and people with disabilities who are not otherwise eligible for Medicaid.

Provides training to volunteers to tutor adults with limited English skills that prevent them from functioning effectively in their homes, workplaces, communities, or as citizens of the United States. Tutoring is free of charge, confidential, and typically done on a one-to-one basis.

The Office of the Civil Rights Advocate works to promote equal rights for all Rhode Islanders and responds to complaints related to civil rights violations. We are here to help. A key purpose of the Office is to protect the civil rights of individuals belonging to a protected class, including those who may be discriminated against on the basis of their actual or perceived race; color; national origin; ancestry; sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions); sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; disability; age; citizenship or immigration status; genetic information; or status as a person living with AIDS/HIV, or person who is homeless. Whenever any person intentionally interferes or threatens to intentionally interfere, by physical force or violence against a person, by damage or destruction of property or by trespass on property, with the exercise or enjoyment of rights secured by federal or state law, the attorney general may bring a civil action for injunctive relief in order to protect the peaceable exercise or enjoyment of the rights secured. The Civil Rights Advocate can: Investigate complaints (file a complaint) Bring civil enforcement actions for injunctive relief to protect individuals who have been subjected to bias-motivated actual or threatened violence, damage or destruction of property, or trespass on property We also play an important role in the community by: Serving as a resource to local law enforcement throughout the investigation and/or prosecution of hate crimes Referring you to other resources Providing civil rights trainings and education To report discrimination or other civil rights violation, please call the Civil Rights Advocate at (401) 274-4400 or file a complaint online. While we encourage you to reach out to us, it’s important to know that the Office of the Attorney General is not the only civil rights enforcement agency in Rhode Island. If we are unable to assist you with your particular issue, we may be able to refer you to an agency that may be able to assist. If you feel that you have been a victim of hate crime, please call your local police department.

Assists with housing problems or complaints Payment assistance for utilities, rent, deposits, prescriptions, and co-pays Helps provide hotel stays for homeless or evicted Priority given to families with children

Experienced case management professionals will assess the client and living conditions to make improvements to overall quality of life. Experienced elder care specialists will talk with you honestly and confidentially about your loved one’s situation. Collaborative care plans are developed, services implemented and continued evaluations and monitoring are provided to ensure success.