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*Callers are directed to 211 for program information* Bank on Providence is a partnership designed to connect individuals who do not have banking accounts with: -Affordable and appropriate mainstream financial services -Tools and training to manage their finances, us their new account effectively, grow assets and achieve long-tem financial goals. Participating financial institutions: Bank of America Bank RI Citizens Bank Coastway Community Bank Domestic Bank Rhode Island Credit Union Sovereign Bank Washington Trust

Physical Therapy offered in home to assist with movement.

Little Compton School Department is dedicated to preparing students for educational and life experiences in an atmosphere where there is respect for the dignity of every person and an enthusiasm for learning. Little Compton School Department is also dedicated to the principle that educational programs be both challenging and supportive, distinguished by consistent high standards and attentive to the needs and potential of each student.

Vartan Gregorian is a vibrant learning community servicing about 400 students in grades K-5. Schools in Providence student body is made up of 80% of students from the neighborhood and 20% of our students are from other neighborhoods in Providence. Together they form a diverse, learning community where students are challenged and supported to grow academically and socially.

OSCIL offers opportunities for persons with disabilities to share similar interests and concerns and gain greater awareness of opportunities for independence. People are encouraged to call OSCIL at any time for this connection. Peer support is one of the fundamentals of a CIL. Peer “mentors” provide role modeling and share experiences, feelings, and awareness of disability issues. Through peer support there is a full exchange of brainstorming, problem solving, and sharing of concerns, successes and ways to address issues. The peer support relationship allows for the more experienced person to provide information and support and serve as a positive role model to the person whose disability might be new or more recent. Many of OSCIL staff members provide peer support in a number of areas, including but not limited to: visual and hearing impairments, arthritis, orthopedic issues, diabetes, and more. Please call the OSCIL office at 401-738-1013 for more information. PEER SUPPORT GROUPS OSCIL holds several monthly peer support groups, the purpose of which is to provide individuals with similar issues a chance to talk about their own conditions, experiences and concerns. By talking with people who truly understand what they are going through, individuals can gain practical insights to maximize the potential for successful independent living. Monthly Peer Support groups include: -Diverse Disability Group -Spinal Cord Injury Group -Traumatic Brain Injury Group -Women with Disabilities Group -Youth Transition Group

Services: To promote and foster increased literacy in southwestern Rhode Island and southeastern Connecticut through free, student-centered, volunteer teaching of basic literacy, English as a second language, and other literacy programs, primarily to adults.

The Olney Village development is concentrated around the William D’Abate Elementary School in Olneyville, where 12 formerly foreclosed properties and several vacant lots were transformed into 40 affordable homes and three community spaces for area nonprofits. The entire development is spread throughout 16 buildings along six residential blocks. Location: Scattered site on Appleton St., Bowdoin St., Delaine St., Florence St., Julian St., Kossuth St., Manton Ave., Pope St., and Putnam St. in Olneyville Housing Type: Affordable family rentals & commercial space Completed: 2013 Units: 40 affordable rentals and 3 commercial spaces The commercial spaces currently house a clubhouse for the Manton Avenue Project, which teaches playwriting skills to high-school aged neighborhood residents and a permanent home for the Food Pantry, which provides emergency food services to more than 7,000 families per month.

Services: A small independent day school founded in 1999 to provide a unique educational environment for children with multiple learning differences. The goal was to create a school that would provide children with the opportunity to reach their full academic and social potential. The founding members of the Board, including educators, clinical specialists and a family, created a model that emphasizes the development of core grade level skills taught through a therapeutically guided curriculum. As a result, our students make significant gains academically and socially.

A day treatment facility offers individual, group and family therapy; psychiatric assessment and medication monitoring; short-term psycho educational assessments; consultation services to school departments; parent support services.

The Westerly Fire Department is one of seven different fire companies in Westerly. They provide fire rescue and fire safety services to Westerly residents.

• handles complaints about housing discrimination, bad landlords in federal housing
• Provides information on all HUD programs

Single Family Servicing Division Senior Marketing Specialist: Michael Dziok

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.

Mae’s housing program was established to empower the homeless population to escape the cycle of poverty. Their program has helped hundreds of families get established into a new home by giving them items including bed, kitchen tables, etc. Mae’s housing program helps families in need of establishing long-term residency by not only providing furniture, but also assisting with first month’s rent and deposit. We also house the homeless at motels during emergency situations and when shelter space is not available.

Concentra provides physical therapy services to patients, regardless of how the injury occurred. Many patients come to Concentra after a work-related injury, and works directly with the physician to develop a treatment plan to return them to full-function and back to work in a timely manner.

Claiborne Pell Manor is a subsidized 62+, handicapped or disabled complex with 1 and 2 bedroom apartments.

Dexter Manor I, is a 10-story elderly/disabled high-rise building located on the edge of the city’s Downtown neighborhood. In 1984 a new wing was added to the building containing an additional 91 units of elderly/disabled housing and the PHA’s Administrative Offices. Although the newer wing is technically a separate development named Dexter Manor II, the two are usually referred to collectively as Dexter Manor.

In-home non medical care providing interactive companionship and personal care services as well as home safety solutions such as personal emergency response systems. Service can be customized to fit client needs including 24 hour care, respite care, or relief for family and dementia care. Personal Care Services: Bathing, grooming, hygiene, mobility assistance transferring and positioning, toileting and incontinence, feeding and special diet. Companionship Services: Meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, errands, incidental transportation, medication reminders.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Feeding and Nutrition Program provides food vouchers, allowing them to purchase milk, eggs, cheese, juice and iron fortified cereals and formula. The WIC coordinator provides nutrition education and counseling to all program participants on a monthly basis. Effective May, 2018 – June 30, 2019 INCOME BEFORE DEDUCTIONS OR GROSS: Family Size Annual Monthly 1 $22,459 $1,872 2 $30,451 $2,538 3 $38,443 $3,204 4 $46,435 $3,870 5 $54,427 $4,536 6 $62,419 $5,202 7 $70,411 $5,868 8 $78,403 $6,534

Cherry Hill Apartments is subsidized housing for seniors 62+, disabled or handicapped.

The Supreme Court is the state's "Court of last resort" - the court where final appeals to questions of the law and equity in the state's Superior and Family Courts, as well as certain matters appealed from Rhode Island's District and Worker's Compensation Courts. The Rhode Island Supreme Court also has certain supervisory powers over other state courts, the judiciary budget, and the general advisory responsibility, to the legislative and executive branches of th state government concerning th constitutionality of legislation.

Sail To Prevail is a nonprofit that improves the lives of more than 1,000 children and adults, each summer, through sailing in our fleet of specially adapted, 20-foot sailboats. Our programs encourage individuals with disabilities to be active participants in the sailing experience. They steer the boat, grind the winches, and trim the sails. The measurable outcomes demonstrate increased self-confidence and leadership skills. SAILING PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH: Physical Disabilities Intellectual Disabilities Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Cancer Emotional Disabilities Epilepsy Life-Threatening Medical Conditions

The Alfred A. Lima Sr. Elementary School community envisions that all of their students will become lifelong learners within an environment of high academic expectations, cultural awareness, and mutual respect. The mission is that all of their students will meet and exceed grade level standards in Literacy, Mathematics, and Science.

Berkshire Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is dedicated to providing exceptional and compassionate care. Located in Providence, Rhode Island. We are family-owned and operated for more than 20 years. Our experienced team of healthcare professionals is available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Let our family care for yours.

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

A private, not-for-profit, full-service 129 bed hospital providing general medical/surgical services, obstetrics, pediatrics, 24-hour emergency services, mental health services, comprehensive physical rehabilitation, ambulatory surgery, prenatal programs, occupational health services, diabetic teaching program, outpatient ostomy program, outpatient diet counseling and mammography. ** Occupational Health Services, 848-6020 The Borden-Carey Building, G2, 19 Friendship St., Newport 02840 Person in Charge: Todd A. Cipriani, Director Services: Provides a full range of health related services to businesses including medical monitoring, comprehensive injury management, physical examinations, health risk appraisals, employee assistance program, on-site screening services, health education, intervention programs, drug testing, and OSHA compliance. ** Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center, 845-1845 20 Powel Avenue, Newport 02840 Person in Charge: Todd Cipriani Services: A 19 bed accredited, specialty unit offering comprehensive physical rehabilitation for inpatients and outpatients who are partially or fully disabled as a result of spinal cord injury, cerebral vascular accident (stroke), amputation, brain injury, multiple trauma, Parkinson's Disease or other neuromuscular disabilities such as Multiple Sclerosis. Income Source: Patient fees; gifts; third party reimbursement