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Head Start Program provides a center-based, comprehensive early childhood education program. Head Start educators work with families and children to implement developmental and socialization strategies that work best for you and your child. BrightStars Rated:

A grocery delivery service, not a grocery purchasing service. They do not purchase groceries for clients, they buy them and then deliver them, and then the client pays for them. To sign up, fill out information form or Email [email protected]. The contact number for callers without computer/internet access 401.264.0480.

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.

The Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County works toward a future free from violence. They work collaboratively to offer safety, support, advocacy, education and a network of services to residents of Washington County. DVRCSC has a confidential safe home for women who face homelessness as a result of domestic violence. Additional services include a Drop-In Advocacy Center, Support Groups and One-on-One Counseling by appointment. They offer education and outreach on the subject of healthy relationships, dating violence, cyber stalking and techno-abuse. DVRCSC can provide Court Advocates at McGrath Judicial Complex in Wakefield.

Meadowbrook II Apartments is a subsidized 12 unit rural development featuring two and three bedroom units and is located in South Kingstown, RI.

Holiday Gifts (Toys for Tots)

The only surviving flying horse carousel in the country and the oldest continuously operating carousel in the United States, made in 1867 and brought to Watch Hill, Rhode Island in 1883. Each Loof horse is hand carved from wood and is embellished with real tails and manes, leather saddles and agate eyes. National Historic Landmark.

The Compass School purpose of the school is to provide an academic foundation which promotes cognitive and physical developmental skills. These skills result in social and emotional growth in students allowing them to develop the ability to solve complex problems through careful thought and consideration of others.

The East Greenwich Police Department has 32 police officers, an animal control officer, parking control officer, 5 dispatchers, an administrative assistant and a secretary. The officers have received CPR, Automatic Emergency Defibrillator and first aid training. The Department has a complete Bureau Criminal Identification unit, a Traffic Accident Reconstructionist and a Tactical Special Response Team. Many officers are graduates of the University of Rhode Island Criminalist School, with training in scientific investigation, photography and fingerprinting. The Department can assist residents with employment fingerprint services, vin verification checks and car seat installation. Please contact dispatch at 886-8639 to schedule an appointment for these services

The Animal Control Officers work out of the South Kingstown Public Safety Building. Animal Control's mission is to enforce all Town and State Laws pertaining to domestic animals and to ensure that all animals in the Town of South Kingstown are treated humanely. Public/Humane education in regard to the proper treatment and care of animals plays a large role in helping to ensure animals are properly cared for. Animal Control Officers are also first responders to calls concerning possible rabid animals. Animal Control handles 1,400-1,500 complaints a year.

Services: Residential support in group homes and apartments; health and life education; behavior management; Independent Living Program; family support. Serving people, 21+ with physical/developmental needs. Provides a home-like environment wherein the resident is challenged to discover her/his own unique dignity and worth. Emphasizes consistent and individualized programming to encourage each resident to develop to his/her greatest potential and to have as much control over their own lives as they are capable of having. Support also supplied to persons living in their own homes, apartments or their family home.

Dorcas International is currently the only agency in Rhode Island that is authorized by the U.S. Department of State to resettle refugees arriving to the U.S. From airport pick-up to securing housing, providing cultural orientation and intensive case management, health screenings, and enrolling children in school and adults in our in-house Educating and Training Program, we serve the immediate needs of resettled refugees. Our goal is to empower recently arrived refugees by providing them with the necessary tools and information to successfully transition into their new communities. The U.S. government places refugees in 49 states by working with none private non-profit national agencies, and Dorcas International is an affiliate partner of one of these official agencies.

Assisted Living for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and from doctor’s appointments or other locations, their assisted living community offers attentive professional staff 24 hours a day at your service. Designed to keep you connected to the people and things you value most. Greenwich Farms at Warwick develops programs and experiences that promote purpose-filled interactions and positive engagement. Residents live happy and fulfilling lives because of the importance placed on connecting to what’s meaningful and possible throughout life.

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.

Services: Since 1854, an undergraduate and graduate comprehensive college offering more than 40 liberal arts and pre-professional programs on a full or part-time basis. ** Gerontology Program Coordinator: Rachel Filinson, 456-8732 E-Mail address: [email protected] Services: A 21 hour program open to matriculating or non-matriculating students. **The Poverty Institute (School of Social Work) Kate Brewster, 456-8512 Director of Administration: Dianne Sprague E-mail address: [email protected] Web address: www.povertyinstitute.org Services: To bring about systematic change by providing policy analysis, education and advocacy statewide on issues affecting the well being of all low income Rhode Islanders. ** Student Support Services and PEP Craig Lee Hall, Room 119 Director: Joseph Costa, 456-8237 E-Mail address: [email protected] Program for seniors in RI high schools who are from low income families and have parents who did not graduate from college. Offers counseling, tutoring, financial aid advice, PEP (Preparatory Enrollment Program), six week residency program. ** Upward Bound Program, 456-8081; 456-4725 Fax Director: Mariam Z. Boyajian E-Mail address: [email protected] Services: Eligible students must attend one of the six target high schools in Central Falls, Pawtucket, Providence, East Providence. For students with college potential but who are not working up to capacity and who meet federal poverty guidelines. Academic classes, counseling, field trips, and tutorial assistance to motivate and steer disadvantaged high school students into post secondary education. Stipend for participants, recruiting each November. Six week summer residency program.

The Medicare Prescription Drug program gives you a choice of prescription plans that offer various types of coverage. You may be able to get extra help to pay for the monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and co-payments related to the Medicare Prescription Drug program. However, you must be enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug plan to get this extra help.

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Family Court focuses special attention on individual and social problems concerning families and children. Consequently, its goals are to assist, to protect, and if possible, to restore families whose unity or well-being is threatened.

Services: Promotes community gardens, green space, and environmental education to encourage environmental and community awareness and improve the quality of urban life. At the foundation of the Land Trust's program is a philosophy that environmental issues are issues of equity and justice and it is committed to working with residents of all ages to effect necessary social changes and improve people's lives. Income Source: Private foundations; plot fees and product sales; State and City contracts; memberships

42 bed skilled and non-skilled nursing home providing comprehensive individualized care for short and long term placements.

Pediatrician

The Barrington Peck Center for Adult Enrichment (formerly the Senior Center) is located in the Lower Level of the Peck Community Center (Public Library building), 281 County Road. Parking and the main entrance are located to the south of the building. Aging Optimally Symposium, Peck Center Classes, Dialer Program, Advisory Board/Friends, Barrington Village, Medicare Tax Assistance

Town Hall West Greenwich is a town in Kent County. It has a population of approximately 6,135. The town has a total area of 51.3 square miles.

Provides direct financial assistance for active or retired Naval and Marine Corps personnel and their dependents. Provides access for Army, Air Force and Coast Guard personnel with reimbursement from respective societies. Budget assistance, and layettes; information about dependency allowances, pensions, government insurance, locating and communicating with Navy personnel and community resources. Located in Fleet and Family Support Center, where other military resources are available. Special projects include a thrift shop. Newport Thrift Shop: B-305 Peary St., Naval Station Newport, RI 02841

The Manville Fire District provides fire safety and fire prevention services to residents of the village of Manville, located in Lincoln, RI.