Tri-County’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, offers assistance with managing costs associated with home energy Tri-County is able to help with paying fuel and utility bills during the winter months for eligible clients, and we can arrange for the installation of home insulation to reduce home-heating costs (gas, electric, propane, oil, kerosene or wood) through our weatherization program.

This program is designed to give seniors and those with long-term disabilities the option of managing their care. Personal Choice enables you to purchase your care and services from a Personal Choice budget based on your functional needs. You’ll be in charge. You’ll hire and supervise your caregivers. You’ll determine: Who you want in your home The most convenient times for your schedule How your care attendant can best support your goals Their staff will help you initiate these services. Your budget for a personal care attendant will be determined based on your functional needs. An “Individual Service and Spending Plan” focusing on specific goals will then be created.

Shared Living supports adults with disabilities and seniors living in the community who are unable to live alone independently. Participants may live either with caregivers who are family members or non-relatives. Person-centered support is provided by a team of professionals, coordinated through Case Managers and Registered Nurses during regular home visits, specialized trainings, and 24-hour support.

The HomeSafe program is designed to offer one time financial assistance for households facing a short term emergency with the goal of ensuring households remain housed. Eligible households must demonstrate that they have the resources to remain stably housed once the HomeSafe funds have been provided.

Provides a broad range of social services designed to eliminate problems of poverty. *Dental Services restored for residents of Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield. ALPHABETICAL LISTINGS OF ALL SERVICES **Adolescent Self Sufficiency Collaborative (ASSC) (401) 519-1935 GED; Adult Basic Education and Literacy, ESL, Life Skills Training and Parent Education. Pregnant and parenting teens who are 20 years of age or younger. **Adult Education, Employment & Training Program (401)519-1921 Includes academic assessments; GED Prep; ESL, Adult Basic Education, group sessions; tutoring; home-based studies; computer assisted learning, post secondary educate assistance, work readiness skills training, and employment placement assistance. 16 to 24 year old RI residents who do not have a HS Diploma or GED. **All Stars (401)519-1937 Substance abuse and juvenile delinquency prevention program. At-risk adolescents, 11 to 16 years old, and their families. **Anger Management Groups (401)519-1970 12-week clinical treatment program that helps TEENS find better ways of coping with their anger. Group run from 3-4:00pm. in Johnston. A pre-group screening is required. Fees may apply. **Appliance Management Program (401)519-1916 Energy conservation audits to identify heat and energy loss from appliances. Free refrigerators may be awarded to participants in greatest need. Low income residents of Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. **Article 23, Youth Diversion Program (401)519-1935 Comprehensive assessments, parent education, and case management services for families with children between the ages of 10-17 to address issues which are affecting the youth and family�s well-being. North Providence, Johnston, Smithfield, North Smithfield, Burrillville, Glocester, North Smithfield, Scituate and Foster. **Basic and Early Head Start (401)519-1927 SEE SEPARATE LISTING: Tri-Town Community Action - Head Start Sites Basic Human Needs Emergency funds to help pay for basic human needs including, heat, electric, health care, prescriptions, etc., when no other financial resources exist. Low income residents of Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. Contact (401)519-1917 Before & After Kindergarten This program includes lunch and an afternoon snack. Full-time Child Care opportunities � offered during the February and April vacations and during the summer. Children attending Johnston�s Early Childhood Center program or North Providence Kindergarten. Contact (401)519-1999 Behavioral Health Care (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment and Counseling) Substance Abuse Outpatient Counseling and Treatment, Mental Health Counseling and Treatment Program, Functional Family Therapy; Tobacco Treatment and Counseling (including Nicotine Replacement Therapy). Referrals are accepted on a statewide basis but priority is given to Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield, North Smithfield, Burrillville, and Glocester residents. All third party insurance including NHPRI and Rite Care accepted. Self-Pay and Sliding Scale Fee is available to all patients. No one is denied. Contact (401)519-1936 **Breast Feeding Peer Counseling (401)519-1908 All WIC eligible clients with pre-weaned children. Certified Diabetes Outpatient Education (CDOE) Diabetes Education Program provided in 6 week sessions to patients with diabetes and their caregivers/ significant other. Facilitated by a CDOE Certified Registered Nurse, Dietician, and Pharmacist. Tri-Town is a CDOE Certified site, by the RI Department of Health. Statewide program for individuals diagnosed with diabetes. Contact (401)519-1990 Commodities Distribution (Food Bank) Monthly distribution of canned goods, pasta, grain, juice, peanut butter, rice and flour and other foodstuffs as contributed through the State of Rhode Island and as purchased through the Rhode Island Food Bank. Low income residents of Johnston, North providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. Contact (401)519-1916 Community Health Center A Community Based Health Center (CHC) providing a full range of primary and preventive healthcare services, including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, ob/gyn, laboratory services. Main location in Johnston. No eligibility requirements. Referrals accepted on a statewide basis. All third party insurance accepted. Sliding scale fee available. Contact (401)519-1940 Earned Income Tax Credit Provides free tax preparation assistance and free electronic filing of State and Federal returns. Low income residents of Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. Other Towns accepted if appointments available. Contact (401)519-1917 Elder Case Management Case management services for abused/neglected and self-neglected elderly, early intervention, community and home care, general assessments, support groups, caretakers, and victims of abuse, pharmaceutical assistance, and Meals on Wheels. Seniors ages 55 years and over and adults with disabilities and their families or caregivers residing in the towns of Johnston, N. Providence, Smithfield, N. Smithfield, Burrillville, Glocester, Scituate, Foster, Cranston, Lincoln, Cumberland, and Woonsocket. Contact (401)519-1910 Emergency Boiler Repair Provides emergency boiler repair services and replacement for heating systems that are beyond repair. Low income residents of Johnston, North providence, Smithfield, Burrillville and Glocester. Contact (401)519-1918 Emergency Food Vouchers Vouchers are provided to eligible individuals and families to support any emergency nutritional needs. Low income residents of Johnston, North providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. Contact (401)519-1917 Emergency Housing Assistance Program (EHAP) Rental, mortgage and security deposit assistance for eviction, foreclosure, natural disaster and domestic violence situations. Assistance with tenant/landlord disputes. Low income residents of Johnston, North providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. Contact (401)519-1927 Even Start Family Literacy Program To provide a comprehensive and coordinated program of Early Childhood Education, Adult Basic Education, ESL, GED Prep, Literacy Skills Training, Job Coaching, Case Management, Interactive Child-Family Literacy Skills Training, and Parent Education. Low income families with children between the ages of 0-8 years in the Towns of Johnston, Smithfield, North Providence, Burrillville, North Smithfield, Glocester, Scituate and Foster. Contact (401)519-1927 Family Planning Program Provides CONFIDENTIAL health visits for physicals, PAP smears, STD screening, and other reproductive-related issues. Provides free contraceptives including oral, Depo-Provera, and patches. Men and woman of reproductive age who are uninsured or underinsure. Contact (401)519-1940 Family Resource Counselor Provides advocacy and assistance with applications for Rite Care and Rite Share. Provides pre-screening and assistance with Food Stamps, RI Medical Assistance, WIC, Head Start, Fuel Assistance, and Social Services. Statewide referrals accepted for eligible families with children 18 years of age and under and for pre-natal clients. Contact (401)519-1911 Fuel Assistance (LIHEAP) Assistance in paying fuel/utility bills during the winter months provided to reduce home-heating costs (gas, electric, propane, oil, kerosene or wood), and emergency shut off assistance. Low-income residents in the Towns of Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, Glocester. Contact (401)519-1913 Furniture Bank Pre-screening and intake for the Rhode Island Furniture Bank. Low income residents of Johnston, North providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. Contact (401)519-1918 HIV/AIDS Testing and Counseling Rapid and Standard testing available. Counseling and education services provided. Referrals accepted statewide. Contact (401)519-1940 Holiday Food Baskets/Toy Distribution Seasonal distribution of food baskets and toys for low income residents of Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. Contact (401)519-1916 Juvenile Hearing Boards Offers alternative to Family Court. Sanctions are imposed, with a case management focus, to divert juvenile offenders from a second offense while identifying problems affecting their behavior, i.e., truancy, disobedience, delinquency. Juvenile offenders and their families in the Towns of Johnston, Smithfield, Scituate, Glocester, and Foster. Referred directly from local police departments. Contact (401)519-1937 Parenting Wisely & Family Functional Therapy Parenting Wisely is designed to help teens and their families to increase communication; decrease family conflict; increase parental supervision; improve discipline and parenting techniques; and reduce or prevent juvenile delinquency, substance abuse; school failure; violent behaviors, and teen pregnancy. Youth and families referred through Juvenile Hearing Boards in Johnston, Smithfield, Scituate, Foster, Glocester and Burrillville, Truancy Courts, and through Self-Referral. Contact (401)519-1937 Personal Choice Waiver Provides assessment and enrollment to participants; development, implementation, and monitoring of Individual Service and Spending Plan (ISSP); training and guidance to program participants to support self-direction, ensure health and safety through routine program monitoring activities, promote participants independence by providing annual assessments of accessibility, equipment needs, and health education needs; and assistance to client toward oversight of care and arrangement of necessary services. Referrals are accepted on a statewide basis. Must be eligible for RI Medical Assistance, in need of Personal Care. Only seniors and disabled adults are eligible for services. Contact (401)519-1910 Pre-School/Day Care Program Certified teachers in Early Childhood Education staff the Child Care Center, which is licensed by DCYF. The Program is eligible for tuition reimbursement from DHS. Children between the ages of 3�5 in the towns of Johnston and North Providence. Contact (401)519-1999 Prevention Task Force Coalitions Coordinates the Substance Abuse Prevention Task Force Coalition in each of the three communities (Separate Task Force Coalitions), including all major stakeholders in the community including representatives from schools, housing authority, substance abuse and mental health, faith-based organizations, chambers of commerce, municipalities, senior centers, juvenile justice, youth services, recreation, health care, etc., to establish an annual community-wide plan to deliver substance abuse prevention services in the community. Must be a resident of the Towns of North Providence, Johnston, or Smithfield. Contact (401)519-1900 Residential Energy Assistance Challenge Program (REACh) Energy Education and Conservation Program for the elderly including intensive case management services. Statewide. Seniors over the age of 60 and disabled adults who are also eligible for LIHEAP and Weatherization. Contact (401)519-1916 School-Aged Child Care Program Certified teachers staff the classrooms that are licensed by DCYF. The program is eligible for tuition reimbursement through DHS. Children between the ages of 6 and 12 that attend Johnston Elementary Schools. Contact (401)519-1999 Senior Health Insurance Program / RIPAE Provides assistance with obtaining supplemental Health Insurance, Medicare Part D; and assists with prescription payments through enrolling clients in the RI Pharmaceutical Assistance Program (RIPAE). Statewide referrals accepted. Must be a senior citizen or disabled adult. Contact (401)519-1910 Senior Medical Patrol To coordinate health care fraud, waste and abuse training sessions and presentations in local senior centers, assisted living units, elderly housing units and the community in general; and to assist Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries to help them navigate the state system. Referrals accepted statewide. Contact (401)519-1910 Stanford Model Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSM) A six week health education program to provide education regarding self-management techniques needed to assist client with chronic disease including diabetes, asthma, depression, cardio-vascular disease, hypertension, cancer. Statewide referrals accepted. Any adult with chronic disease (or their spouse/caregiver), including diabetes, cancer, depression, hypertension, and cardio-vascular disease. Contact (401)519-1990 Strategic Prevention Grants Community Prevention Program for residents of the towns of North Providence and Johnston to conduct a town-wide needs assessment, capacity building plan, strategic planning, and the implementation of best-practice Substance Abuse Prevention Programs within the schools, community-based organizations and with families. Must be a resident of North Providence or Smithfield. Contact (401)519-1937 Victims of Crime Advocacy Program Case management, filing of restraining orders, assistance with filing for restitution and/or compensation, assistance with attending pre-trial hearings and follow-up and information, referral and counseling. Statewide for victims of crime over the age of 60 years. Contact (401)519-1916 **Weatherization and Appliance Management Program (401)519-1918 Assists low-income individuals and families to permanently reduce their energy consumption and increase energy efficiencies. Energy Audits conducted to determine need for insulation, weayjerstripping, pipe sealer, replacement of storm windows and doors. Serves residents from the Towns of Johnston, North Providence, Smithfield, Burrillville, Glocester. **Women, Infants and Children Nutritional Program Contact (401)519-1931 Provides monthly food vouchers to purchase nutritious foodstuffs including milk, eggs, cheese, iron fortified cereals, juice. Statewide for pregnant and parenting women with infants and children under the age of 5 years. Sites in Johnston and Burrillville. **Women�s Cancer Screening Program (401) 519-1940 State-Wide program for woman between the ages of 40 to 64. **Youth Responsibility (401)519-1935 Science-based curriculum to assist youth in assuming responsibility for their actions and the possible consequences of those actions, includes life skills training, prevention-based curriculum. Non-pregnant or parenting youth who are at risk for teen pregnancy (or second unwanted pregnancy), dropping out of school, substance abuse, and juvenile delinquency. Youthlinks Provides academic and vocational assessment and exploration, GED prep, basic skills remediation, occupational skills training, employment assistance and placement, intensive case management, job coaching, leadership skills, adult mentoring, life skills training, tracking and follow up. Statewide for youth ages 14 -24 years old, for both in-school and out-of school youth. Contact (401)519-1935 Food Pantry First 3 Wednesdays of the month 10-2, behind Village Plaza Income Source: State, federal, local, private contributions, private tuition, third party reimbursements.

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)

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)

SNAP, formerly called food stamps, is the nation's largest program for fighting domestic hunger. Federally funded and state administered to help provide low-income individuals and families with resources to purchase food.

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)

Fifty nine units of permanent and transitional housing located on five campuses throughout the state. A coalition of concerned citizens, dedicated to all veterans who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Housing (emergency and permanent). Permanent housing in Johnston and West Warwick. OSDRI follows the “housing first model” providing permanent and transitional housing combined with a full range of supportive services designed to address the individual veteran’s needs which led to his or her state of homelessness. Supportive services include but are not limited to: intensive case management; coordination of mental health and substance abuse treatment; assistance with VA benefits and employment, training and job placement services. Our focus is to give veterans a “hand up…not a hand out.” Vocational/educational training program at 790 Providence Street, West Warwick. Annual three day program in September for veterans desiring assistance with legal, housing or counseling needs. Service for housing- Help facilitate a combination of permanent supportive, transitional, and recovery housing to low income and disabled veterans to meet their needs. They own and operates permanent and transitional housing facilities. Each housing program offers various levels of supportive services. Housing is available for females, males, and their families. Housing assistance- eligible veterans who are literally homeless receive assistance with security deposits, rent, moving expenses and emergency shelter. Those at risk of homelessness, may receive help with rent in arears and utilities.

Nationwide. Provides medical eye care at no out-of-pocket cost to eligible seniors nationwide. Insurance is billed and accepted as payment in full. Uninsured are seen at no cost.

Home Care We all need a little help sometimes. Home care services help people age strong in the community, connecting them with in-home supports, adult day health programming, and/or assisted living services. For older adults with care needs, the @Home Cost-Share program is available to help with some care expenses. Eligible participants can access in-home services – such as help with housekeeping, meal preparation or personal care – and/or community-based programming at adult day health centers at a reduced rate. You may be eligible for the program if you are age 65 or older, meet income guidelines, and need some assistance in the home with your personal or health care. To learn more about the @Home program, contact the Point.

The Mission of the British Charitable Society is to provide relief to unfortunate British persons who by the dispensations of Providence may be reduced to poverty, or as emigrants, destitute of information, require the aid of such an institution. The Society raises the funds to fulfill its mission by presenting a range of high quality and highly entertaining events with a distinctly 'British' flavor, which appeal both to its increasingly diverse membership and to corporate sponsors and partners. Emergency Care: the payment of outstanding utility bills or overdue rent on a one-time basis Transitional Support: a small monthly stipend to help with expenses during a temporary downturn in income (usually not exceeding 6 months ) Crisis Transportation: Airfare to the UK for emergencies or permanent resettlement, or to cover car repairs if needed for work

SVDP provides the “home visit,” from Vincentians ask to meet in your home (they will always arrive as a pair). Most of our conferences offer the range of basic needs assistance from rent and security deposits.

Emergency Shelter. This new program exclusively serves unhoused individuals over 55, and is located in the same facility as Amos House's Emergency Family Shelter for individuals ages 55 and up This program provides emergency and stabilizing wrap-around services to 40 individuals. These services include: daily meals, case management, housing location, medical coordination, behavioral health support and more. Street Outreach Program: Outreach Team works with unsheltered individuals who are at risk for violence, providing them with vital supplies, harm reduction materials, case management, and access to housing and recovery services. Housing Assistance: including help covering utility bills, rental assistance, and other costs associated with securing housing. Funds are limited for this program. Hygiene Packets: Each year, Amos House distributes more than 15,000 individual hygiene packets to men, women, and families. IDs and Birth Certificates: Case Managers help those in need cover the fees and navigate the process to obtain an ID or Birth Certificate. A Hand Up: A day labor program for individuals who are panhandling or at risk of panhandling, AHU offers cash payment for daily work and connects them to supportive services intended to help them access other options and greater opportunities.

Funding is very limited and case by case.

Emergency financial assistance for rent/mortgage, utilities, medical expense, etc. is granted to household case by case basis.

Housing First provides rapid access to permanent housing and voluntary access to a variety of services. Unlike traditional programs, sobriety or participation in treatment is not a condition of receiving housing. Residents must only comply with the tenets of a standard lease.

Housing First provides rapid access to permanent housing and voluntary access to a variety of services. Unlike traditional programs, sobriety or participation in treatment is not a condition of receiving housing. Residents must only comply with the tenets of a standard lease. Once housed, the housing itself becomes an ongoing incentive to change.

Medicaid for Working People with Disabilities Program is a type of Medicaid eligibility for working adults with disabilities. People eligible under this category are entitled to the full scope of Medicaid benefits, home and community-based services, and services needed to facilitate and/or maintain employment. Some participants may be required to pay a monthly premium.

Discounts for people who receive SNAP, SSI, qualify for LIHEAP, Medicaid, Rhode Island Public Works program, or General Public Assistance. Arrears Management Program for those behind on their heat and electric bills, forgiveness up to $1,500 per year

CHILD, Inc. is a private non-profit agency providing comprehensive child development and family support services to low and moderate income families residing in Kent County, Rhode Island.

Tri-County Community Action Agency offers the following programs: Early Childhood Education; Employment & Training; Family Care Community Partnership; Food Assistance; Fuel Assistance & Weatherization; Health Center; Health Equity Zone; Housing and Tax Assistance; Regional Prevention Coalition; Senior and Disabled Adults services; Victim of Crime Advocacy; and WIC. For seniors, services include: At Home Supports Case Management; Integrated Case Management; Self-Directed Program; Protective Services; and National Family Caregiver Support Program. Behavioral health treatment is offered for a wide variety of concerns including substance abuse treatment, anxiety and depression, relationship and family counseling, and stress and anger management. Dental and Oral Health services include: oral examinations, digital x-rays, dental cleanings, topical fluoride, nutritional counseling, sealants, oral hygiene instruction, restorative services (fillings), simple extractions, anterior root canal, denture repair and crown re-cementation Head Start educators work with families and children to implement developmental and socialization strategies that work best for you and your child. Their classrooms are bright and inviting and are designed to maximize creativity and learning. Healthy lunches and snacks are provided to children daily. In addition to providing educational and nutritional resources, children will have access to health and dental screenings at no cost, and families will be provided with health referrals and referrals for emergency services whenever needed. Early Head Start is a federal program for eligible families, that are expecting a child, or with a child ages birth to three years old. The program provides services that promote cognitive, language and social-emotional development of the child. Children enrolled in the program will receive medical and dental screenings at no cost, and families are provided with assistance locating health care, and emergency services whenever needed. Eligibility Guidelines: The programs service families with income at or below the federal poverty guidelines, children in living in foster care, and families experiencing homelessness.Ten percent of enrollment slots must be filled with children with a diagnosed disability.

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)

Your state can pay your Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) premiums through a Medicare Savings Program. If you qualify, Medicare Savings Programs might also pay your Part A and Part B deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments. You will apply for Medicare Savings Programs through your state. When you apply, your state determines which program(s) you qualify for. Even if you don’t think you qualify, you should still apply. Here are the types of Medicare Saving Program based on level of income: -Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Program: Helps pay for: Part A premiums; Part B premiums, deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments (for services and items Medicare covers). -Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) Program: Helps pay for: Part B premiums (You must have both Part A and Part B to qualify.) -Qualifying Individual (QI) Program: Helps pay for: Part B premiums (You must have both Part A and Part B to qualify.) -Qualified Disabled Working Individual (QDWI) Program: You may qualify for the QDWI Program if you: -Have a disability -Are working -Lost Your Social Security disability benefits and Medicare premium-free Part A because you returned to work Helps pay for: Part A premiums only