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West Shore Health Center joined the Health Concepts family of caregivers in 1999. A 145-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center, West Shore offers licensed subacute and secure Alzheimer’s care as well as long-term care for those in need of assistance with chronic illness or multiple activities of daily living.

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

OLIS provides sservices and programs for all types of libraries, including public, academic, school and special libraries. Operates the Talking Books Library; to provide digital audiobooks, braille books and other reading materials and equipment for free to Rhode Island residents who are visually impaired, blind, or physically handicapped and unable to read standard print materials.

Programs that pay all or a portion of the home heating fuel expenses of people who are unable to purchase the resources to heat their homes without assistance. Also included are non-emergency programs like those funded through the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), also referred to as LIEAP or HEAP in some states, that provide home energy assistance for low-income households that apply, usually once per calendar year; and programs that pay for firewood, propane, butane, kerosene, coal or other bulk fuels that are used for heating or cooking purposes in situations where people have no other means of acquiring them. Heating fuel payment assistance programs may have age, income, disability, need or other eligibility requirements.

The mission of the RISPCA is to protect and advocate for the rights and welfare of animals through legal, educational, legislative and investigative means. The Pets in Need Veterinary Clinic provides medical and surgical services for pets owned by need-based elderly, disabled and low income citizens of Rhode Island. The Pets in Need Clinic is located at 140 Amaral St, East Providence, RI. 02915.

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.

Chestnut Court is a subsidized 62+, handicapped or disabled housing community that contains fifty units. 10% of these units are 2 bedroom handicap apartments, the remaining forty-five units are 1 bedroom apartments. Preference given to Westerly residents.

Provides necessities to parents including diapers/pull ups, baby clothes, baby swings, car seats, baby bouncers and rockers. Call to schedule an appointment or Walk-in Must bring Photo ID and Birth Cert (or Proof of guardianship)

Assists low income residents in the Blackstone Valley area through individual advocacy, research and community organization approaches to meeting basic human needs. Must bring proof of income, rent and utility receipts, ID. Rental, fuel and utility assistance in emergencies only. Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets. Medication in crisis situation. Parenting classes. **Winter holiday baskets/toys for Blackstone Valley Residents Only. Call starting 12/01/2009** ** Blackstone Valley Emergency Food Closet 724-7170 402 Dexter Street, Central Falls 02863 Hours: M, W, F, 9am - 1pm Income Source: Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, donations.

The Adult Education Academy offers a wide range of services to prepare students for their GED / High School Equivalency, leading to employment and post-secondary education / training. Our program promotes a positive learning environment and offers day and evening classes. The teachers recognize each individual’s goals, learning style, and experience. Students also receive case management services, empowering them to succeed in school and work.

Services: Promotes citizen involvement in government and provides information on election procedures and voter registration. Organizes debates and candidate forums; conducts studies on issues and then lobbies on positions. Income Source: Dues; local contributions.

netWORKri is Rhode Island's One-Stop Career Center System, a partnership of professional labor, training, and education organizations. The netWORKri centers are conveniently located throughout the state where jobseekers and employers are matched through quality employment programs and services. Whether someone is a jobseeker looking for just the right job or an employer looking for qualified employees, resources are available at no cost. For callers with internet access: Go to www.EmployRI.org. The site offers not only up-to-date and easily searchable job listings, but also tools for resume writing, skills assessment and labor market research.

Certified nursing assistant (CNA) provide hands-on assistance as well as those the tasks required of a companion. Hands-on refers to assistance with bathing, dressing, ambulation amongst others.

TSARI tries to define the needs of Rhode Islanders with Tourette Syndrome and their families to design services for them. It is a neurological disorder characterized by tics-involuntary, rapid, sudden movements and/or vocal outbursts that occur repeatedly. We offer monthly support groups, education seminars and special events to families with TS. Meeting: Located at 296 Angel Street Providence RI. Call for more information.

The Rhode Island Psychiatric Society is a state district branch of the American Psychiatric Association. Our goals are to advocate for patients and the profession, support education, training, and career development, support professional values, and enhance the scientific basis of psychiatric care. With more than 250 members, RIPS represents the voice of psychiatry in Rhode Island. RSVP

Our experienced recruiters have been trained to identify the qualifications of each employee and to properly match workers with the labor needs of our employers. This matching process is the key to our efficient and cost-effective staffing solutions.

VetSuccess on Campus at CCRI Knight Campus is located in Enrollment Services, Lower Level Room #0032: Applying For Benefits, Disability Claim Assistance, E-Benefits Registration Assistance, Education And Career Counseling, Education Claim Assistance, Family Member Claim Assistance, Homeless Assistance, Pre Discharge Claim Assistance, Transition Assistance, Updating Direct Deposit Information, Vocational Rehabilitation And Employment Assistance

Provides counseling and referrals for adult age 18+, ex-offenders, diversion for first offenders, restitution and victim services. Develops and implements innovative programs both within and as alternatives to the present criminal justice system. ** Project Fresh Start Services: Assesses, refers and monitors court ordered family violence intervention cases; court ordered AIDS testing; court ordered counseling. Filings only. ** Project Restitution Services: Determines, collects, and distributes restitution to victims. Provides community service placements when appropriate. District Court referrals only. ** Project Victim Services Services: Notification, referral and technical assistance to crime victims. **Project Safe Neighborhood Services: Part of a nationwide commitment to reduce gun crime by coordinating federal, state and local partnerships by publicly promoting aggressive enforcement and community wide prevention and intervention.

Thundermist offers a sliding scale discount program for those with or without insurance who's income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)

New to You is a resale store specializing in the sale of quality second-hand clothing and household items at reasonable prices. New To You is committed to providing employment opportunities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Handled hundreds of thousands of public inquiries related to international emergencies. By spreading the word about inappropriate in-kind donations, as well as highlighting the negative impact that these collections have on disaster-affected countries, the Center strives to educate the public on how to respond in a useful and productive manner. DISASTER ASSISTANCE GUIDELINES:

• Monetary Contributions to Established Relief Agencies are Always the Most Useful Response to Disasters
• Confirm There is a Need for All Items Being Collected
• Deliver Items Only to Organizations having Local Distribution Capacity
• Donate Only to Organizations having the Ability to Transport Collected Items to the Affected Region
• Never Assume the U.S. Government or any Relief Agency Will Transport Unsolicited Relief Items Free of Charge
• Volunteer Opportunities for Disaster Relief are Extremely Limited
• Volunteer Opportunities for Disaster Relief are Extremely Limited

The Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL) works in collaboration with the Gift of Hearing Program at the University of Rhode Island (URI) Speech & Hearing Center to provide low cost hearing aids to those in need.

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

Urgent Care Services for: Cardiac Symptoms, Respiratory Illness, Minor Trauma, Sore Throats, Ear Infections, Tick & Insect bites, Sprains, Allergic Reactions, Fractures (Evaluation). Lacerations, Burns

Walgreens is an American company that operates as the second-largest pharmacy store chain in the United States behind CVS Health. It specializes in filling prescriptions, health and wellness products, health information, and photo services.