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Westbay offers several programs to make homes safe, healthy, and energy-efficient. Appliance Management Program (AMP) AMP helps clients use less electricity and water. The program provides energy-saving lightbulbs, faucet aerators, and appliances. AMP is funded by National Grid. Heating System Replacement Program The Heating System Replacement Program repairs or replaces old, broken, or inefficient home heating systems. This program is available for owner-occupied buildings only.

Services: A culinary training program for low-income, unemployed and welfare-to-work adults based on a national model that provides a full time 14-week/400 hour program. Throughout the training program, students use donated meat, packaged and canned goods, prepared and perishable food and fresh produce from our Community Harvest program to create nutritious meals for community meal sites and Kids Cafe, a community meal program exclusively for children at risk of hunger. This program offers training, workshops, hands on experience, certifications and employment opportunities. Community Kitchen provides a full chef�s uniform. FIP recipients receive transportation reimbursement and free child care during the program

Services: The department is comprised of six divisions designed to inform, entertain and enrich the lives of those who participate : ** Adult Day Services--Professionally designed programs to meet the needs of frail individuals with physical and/or cognitive impairments. Professional staff consists of registered nurses, a case manager, physical therapy assistant and certified nursing assistants. Therapeutic programs include music, art, physical, occupational, speech, aroma, pet therapy. Recreational activities include crafts, painting, exercise, gardening, Tai Chi and Yoga for elders. Intergenerational programs with local schools provide enrichment opportunities for both young and old alike. Support and Referral Services for each participant and their families, coordination with physicians and other service providers. Cost is based on a sliding fee scale. Licensed by the RI Department of Elderly Affairs. **Nutrition--Provides hot, nutritious, homemade lunches served at 11:45am, Monday through Friday. Snack bar with freshly baked goods, soups and much more. Night Life--Dinners, Thursday at 5pm in the Spring and Fall. **Programs--Offers activities that enable seniors to expand their horizons, enrich their lives and pursue a variety of interests. Our programs promote wellness, health maintenance, personal dignity and self worth. Individual needs, interests, skills and abilities are addressed through a variety of stimulating educational, social and health activities to improve the quality of life. **Retired Senior Volunteer Program--Allows anyone 55+ years of age the opportunity to help make the community a better place to live by sharing themselves with others. Participants gain personal satisfaction by serving at a public or non-profit agency. They also have fun by participating in interesting and rewarding experiences. Seniors serve from one to 40 hours a week; RSVP provides guidance and support, transportation, meals and insurance for all volunteers. Social Services--A caring staff of professional case managers and a Community Elder Information Specialist is available to provide support and counseling to seniors and their families, provide access to a network of service providers throughout the city and state, assist with the many available services, offer comfort and compassion, visit homebound seniors to assess and case manage, coordinate Support Groups such as Widow/Widower; Arthritis; Reminiscence. Our staff is available to speak to your community organization on a wide variety of issues. ** Transvan, (401) 943-3341--You don't have to be dependent on your family. Transvan, our daily transportation system for 60+ and/or disabled Cranston residents is available to provide transportation anywhere in Cranston, Monday through Friday. Provides shuttles to nearby malls and local markets. Provides transportation to doctors, nursing homes and hospitals in Providence, North Providence, Johnston and Warwick by appointment.

Public Works: 65 Union Avenue, Harrisville 02830

Women, Infants & Children (WIC) is a supplemental nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new moms, infants and children up to the age of 5 stay healthy by providing: Quality Nutrition education and counseling A monthly food package of nutritious foods Breastfeeding education and support Access to community resources

There is a growing need for families willing to open their hearts and homes to children and teenagers who have been removed from their families because of neglect or abuse. These children need a loving family who will walk with them during a time of crisis and welcome them unconditionally into a caring home.

This program offers the caregivers to navigate everyday stresses involved in caring for a loved one. These services often are sought during transitional situations, crisis situations and in situations where the caregiver needs education and support to take better care of themselves. They offer information, resources, and strategies specific to caring for someone who may have a disability or other health concerns related to aging.

Slater Hill is a 152 unit, subsidized housing complex for low income individuals and families with one and two bedrooms available.

General Outpatient Psychotherapy Substance Abuse Outpatient Counseling Anxiety Adjustment Disorders Depression Sexual Abuse Counseling Trauma Counseling Medical/Health Issues Parental Guidance Gay & Lesbian/Transgendered Issues Access to Recovery (ATR) Assessments Victims of Crime Program Groups: Anger Management Groups for High School-Aged Students Substance Abuse Group for High School-Aged Student's Substance Abuse Group for Adults

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

Marlborough Crossing is 16 units of subsidized housing for low income families.

Echo Valley Apartments is subsidized housing featuring 100 units in two story buildings with 1-3 bedrooms available.

Sakonnet Bay offers private pay skilled nursing in private or semi private rooms with round-the-clock nursing care and on-site rehabilitation professionals to offer physical, occupational and speech therapy to help patients enhance or regain their independence. Brookdale Sakonnet Bay is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), bringing together on a single campus independent, assisted, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities, allowing for a smooth transition when a residents needs a change in level of care. Amenities/Services include: Emergency Response in Each Room, Concierge Service, Beauty/Barber Shop, Fitness Center, Gardening/Greenhouse, Indoor Pool, Pub/Sports Bar, Walking Paths, Game Room, Billiards, Parking - Surface, Private Dining Room, Hot Tub, Piano, Therapy Pool, Chapel, Guest Suite(s), Keypad Entry, Meeting Rooms, Landscaped Grounds

Services: 14 bed, Assisted Living Facility

Provides guidance, physical fitness, recreation, vocational exploration, community service and social activities for boys and girls. Preschool gym, swim and instructional play activities. Physical fitness, swim activities for adults/seniors. Pool and locker room are handicapped accessible. Boys & Girls Club of Cumberland-Lincoln, and the Boys & Girls Club of Woonsocket have merged to form the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern RI. With more resources, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern RI enable all of today's youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Woonsocket Location 72 Kendrick Avenue, Woonsocket, RI 02895

Nation's leading non-profit health organization, providing research, information and advocacy. Diabetes related online community with message boards where members can ask and answer questions

Services: A supportive educational on-line program for cancer patients, their families and friends to help deal with the day-to-day issues of living with a chronic disease. Offered throughout the state at various times of the year. Provides factual information on cancer and helps patients understand feelings of loneliness, fear and frustration. .

Makes blankets for children who are in the hospital or who are in emergency situations. Blanket Drop Sites: Knit One, Quilt Too 10 Anoka Ave, Barrington, RI Wed 10:00AM-7:00PM, Tue &Th-Sa 10:00AM-5:00PM (401) 337-5578 The Reminder 1049 Main St, Coventry, RI Mon-Fri (401) 821-2216 Blaines Sewing Center 1280 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, RI Tue-Sat (401) 463-8824 Sew and Vac Boutique 711 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, RI Tue-Sat (401) 946-0611 Lincoln Library Lincoln, RI Normal library hours (401) 333-2422 Ryco 25 Carrington St, Lincoln, RI Mon-Sat (508) 725-1779 Narragansett Community Center 53 Mumford Rd, Narragansett, RI Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM (401) 782-0675 Knitting Needles 555 Thames St, Newport, RI Tue-Sat (401) 841-5648 Sew Nice Fabrics 3001 E Main Rd, Portsmouth, RI Mon-Sat (401) 683-9238 JOANN Fabric and Craft 1500 Bald Hill Rd, Warwick , RI Business Hours (401) 823-0700 Just Fabrics Mill Pond Plaza, 105 Franklin St, Westerly, RI Mo-Th 10:30AM-5:00PM, Fri-Sat 10:30AM-4:00PM (401) 315-5300

The South County Tourism Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the towns of Charlestown, Coventry, East Greenwich, Exeter, Hopkinton, Narragansett, North Kingstown, Richmond, South Kingstown, West Greenwich, and Westerly as a leisure travel destination. The SCTC’s promotional efforts include publication of a 100-page vacation guide; a year-long advertising campaign directed at our leisure tourism market; targeted sales efforts; public relations strategy; participation in numerous trade shows; and a comprehensive website. The SCTC is available to assist travel professionals including media, tour operators, and travel agents, aid in planning a meeting or corporate event, and provide information to help visitors enjoy the destination.

DAV is a nonprofit charity that provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families, helping veterans in positive, life-changing ways. The organization provides nearly 626,000 rides for veterans attending medical appointments and assists veterans with more than 250,000 benefit claims annually. In 2017, DAV helped attain more than $4 billion in new and retroactive benefits to care for veterans, their families and survivors. DAV is also a leader in connecting veterans with meaningful employment, hosting job fairs and providing resources to ensure they have the opportunity to participate in the American Dream their sacrifices have made possible. With nearly 1,300 chapters and more than 1 million members across the country, DAV empowers our nation’s heroes and their families by helping to provide the resources they need and ensuring our nation keeps the promises made to them.DAV is a nonprofit charity that provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families, helping veterans in positive, life-changing ways. The organization provides nearly 626,000 rides for veterans attending medical appointments and assists veterans with more than 250,000 benefit claims annually. In 2017, DAV helped attain more than $4 billion in new and retroactive benefits to care for veterans, their families and survivors. DAV is also a leader in connecting veterans with meaningful employment, hosting job fairs and providing resources to ensure they have the opportunity to participate in the American Dream their sacrifices have made possible. With nearly 1,300 chapters and more than 1 million members across the country, DAV empowers our nation’s heroes and their families by helping to provide the resources they need and ensuring our nation keeps the promises made to them.

Working to improve the lives of individuals-children and adults- with attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder through education, advocacy and support. The RI Chapter is run by parent volunteers aided by a Professional Advisory Board comprised of professionals who are experts in the fields of mental health and/or education

Burrillville Animal Control Shelter returns stray animals to their owners, places unclaimed animals in homes, enforces local animal control ordinances and state animal care regulations, educates and provides referrals to the public, and assists residents in advertising pets needing new homes via the internet.

Center for Rehabilitation: Offers a complete range of outpatient services in physical, occupational, and speech therapy for patients of all ages.

The Rhode Island Donation Exchange Program is a nonprofit social enterprise managed by Comprehensive Community Action Program (CCAP) that solicits donations of quality furniture from individuals and businesses in the community. To help us further our mission, these items are passed along and sold to the public. Though our RI Donation Exchange Discount Program, qualified individuals and families who have been referred to our program by human service organizations receive an additional discount on all items. No item is priced over $350. Pick-Up Services: Rhode Island Donation Exchange offers FREE curbside pick-up for qualifying donations. Please email photos of the furniture to [email protected]. In addition, we offer ReStore Priority Pick-up through ReSupply Service (Fee-Based). This service allows donors to schedule a speedy priority pick-up online within 48 hours. There is a charge for this service. By taking advantage of ReSupply’s services, you can get items out of your home faster, with fewer restrictions. Delivery Services: Rhode Island Donation Exchange offers Curbside Delivery for a $50 fee. You will need to provide help to assist with loading and unloading.

**Non-profit long-term care advocacy agency, NOT a nursing home.** Works to improve the quality of life and health care for those receiving long term care services (nursing homes, assisted living residences, home health care and hospice services). Its role is to monitor long term care and address issues of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation. The staff is also involved in resident and family councils and represents residents in court. Along with a Volunteer Ombudsman Program (VOP), the Alliance provides educational programs to the general public, health care providers and long term care consumers. Building Bridges, an inter-generational Program, brings together school children and nursing home residents to foster sensitivity and understanding between generations. The Alliance works with individuals receiving long term care services to improve their environment while maintaining respect, personal dignity, and human choice.