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RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Mental Health & Crisis Support

  • Thrive Behavioral Health (incl. The Providence Center – Open Access)
    Services Provided: Outpatient therapy; same-day “Open Access” intake.
    Web: thrivebhri.org • Phone: (401) 691-6000 (HQ) / (401) 732-5656 (Open Access)
    Address: 2756 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886 (HQ) • 50 Health Ln, Warwick, RI 02886 (Open Access)

  • Mental Health Association of Rhode Island (MHARI)
    Services Provided: Statewide mental-health advocacy, education, policy.
    Web: mhari.org • Phone: (401) 726-2285
    Address: (Mailing/program office info via site contact; statewide services)

  • BHDDH (RI Dept. of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals)
    Services Provided: State behavioral health authority; crisis info (988/BH Link), provider lists.
    Web: bhddh.ri.gov • Phone: (401) 462-2339
    Address: 14 Harrington Rd, Cranston, RI 02920

  • NAMI Rhode Island
    Services Provided: Family/peer support groups, education, helpline.
    Web: namirhodeisland.org • Phone: (401) 331-3060
    Address: 154 Waterman St, Suite 5B, Providence, RI 02906

  • Samaritans of Rhode Island
    Services Provided: 24/7 suicide prevention, befriending line, grief support.
    Web: samaritansri.org • Phone: (401) 272-4044
    Address: Confidential; statewide hotline service

  • Youth Crisis — Bradley Hospital Access Center / Kids Link RI
    Services Provided: Pediatric crisis triage & rapid outpatient crisis evaluation.
    Web: brownhealth.org/centers-services/access-center • Phone: 1-855-543-5465
    Address: 975 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI 02914

  • 211 Rhode Island (United Way)
    Services Provided: 24/7 referral line for crisis navigation (housing, food, childcare, etc.).
    Web: 211ri.org • Phone: Dial 211
    Address: 50 Valley St, Providence, RI 02909

  • Access Mental Health (RI Network & Providers)
    Services Provided: Outpatient counseling; statewide provider directory.
    Web: bhddh.ri.gov/mental-health/licensed-treatment-providers
    Phone/Address: Varies by provider (see directory)

  • RI Crisis Text Line
    Services Provided: Free 24/7 text-based crisis support.
    Web: crisistextline.org • Text “HELLO” to 741741

  • Lifespan Emergency Services
    Services Provided: Psychiatric emergency evaluation at hospital ERs.
    Web: lifespan.org • Phone: (401) 444-4000
    Address: Rhode Island Hospital, 593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903

  • Talkspace / BetterHelp (Apps)
    Services Provided: Online therapy (text/video sessions).
    Web: talkspace.com • betterhelp.com

  • Headspace / Calm (Apps)
    Services Provided: Guided meditation & stress reduction apps.
    Web: headspace.com • calm.com

    Housing, Rent & Mortgage Assistance

  • Rhode Island Housing Resources Commission (RIHousing)
    Services Provided: Homelessness prevention, affordable housing programs, rental & mortgage assistance.
    Web: rihousing.com • Phone: (401) 457-1234
    Address: 44 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903

  • House of Hope Community Development Corporation (CDC)
    Services Provided: Emergency shelter, supportive housing, outreach for unhoused adults/families.
    Web: thehouseofhopecdc.org • Phone: (401) 463-3324
    Address: 3188 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886

  • Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness
    Services Provided: Statewide Coordinated Entry System (CES) hotline, shelter locator, advocacy.
    Web: rihomeless.org • Phone: (401) 277-4316 (CES Hotline)
    Address: 1070 Main St, Pawtucket, RI 02860

  • Legal Services for the Homeless (via RILS)
    Services Provided: Free civil legal aid for housing/eviction defense.
    Web: rils.org • Phone: (401) 274-2652 (Providence office)
    Address: 56 Pine St, 4th Fl, Providence, RI 02903

  • Rhode Island Homeless Advocacy Project
    Services Provided: Tenant rights advocacy, legal referrals, policy support.
    Web: rihomeless.org • Phone: (401) 721-5685
    Address: 1070 Main St, Pawtucket, RI 02860

  • Housing Hotline (RI Legal Services Tenant Advocacy)
    Services Provided: Tenant protections, landlord disputes, eviction defense resources.
    Web: rils.org • Phone: (401) 274-2652
    Address: 56 Pine St, Providence, RI 02903

  • Operation Stand Down Rhode Island (OSDRI)
    Services Provided: Veteran housing, case management, transitional housing.
    Web: osdri.org • Phone: (401) 383-4730
    Address: 1010 Hartford Ave, Johnston, RI 02919

  • RI Emergency Rental Assistance Program (RI ERAP)
    Services Provided: Assistance with back rent, utilities, housing stability services.
    Web: rihousing.com/renthelp • Phone: 1-855-608-8756
    Address: 44 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903

  • Mortgage Help RI (through RIHousing)
    Services Provided: Foreclosure prevention, mortgage payment assistance, homeowner counseling.
    Web: rihousing.com/homeowners • Phone: (401) 457-1234
    Address: 44 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903

  • Habitat for Humanity of Rhode Island (West Bay & Greater Providence / South County)
    Services Provided: Affordable homeownership opportunities, home repair programs, volunteer builds.
    Web: habitatriwestbay.org • Phone: (401) 732-2737
    Address: Habitat West Bay: 1555 Shannock Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813
    (South County & Providence areas also supported by affiliates)

Food Access & Nutrition

  • Rhode Island Community Food Bank
    Services Provided: Statewide pantry locator & hunger-relief hub.
    Web: rifoodbank.org • Phone: (401) 942-6325
    Address: 200 Niantic Ave, Providence, RI 02907

  • SNAP (RI DHS)
    Services Provided: Monthly food benefits; application and recertification.
    Web: dhs.ri.gov • Phone: (855) 697-4347 (DHS Call Center)
    Address: DHS offices statewide

  • WIC (RI Dept. of Health)
    Services Provided: Nutrition for pregnant/postpartum individuals, infants & children under 5.
    Web: health.ri.gov/wic • Phone: (401) 222-5960
    Address: Multiple local WIC clinics statewide

  • Farm Fresh Rhode Island
    Services Provided: Farmers’ markets, Double SNAP, Veggie Bucks, community market hall.
    Web: farmfreshri.org • Phone: (401) 312-4250
    Address: 10 Sims Ave, Unit 103, Providence, RI 02909

  • Jonnycake Center (South County)
    Services Provided: Pantry, meals, clothing, and family support.
    Web: jonnycakecenter.org • Phone: (401) 789-1559
    Address: 1231 Kingstown Rd, Peace Dale, RI 02879

  • Jonnycake Center of Westerly
    Services Provided: Food pantry, case management, financial assistance.
    Web: jonnycake.org • Phone: (401) 377-8069
    Address: 23 Industrial Dr, Westerly, RI 02891

  • YMCA of Greater Providence
    Services Provided: Nutrition education, produce programs, youth wellness.
    Web: ymcaprovidence.org • Phone: (401) 521-0155
    Address: Multiple branches statewide

Food Apps (For IPhone & Android)

  • OLIO
    Services Provided: Neighbors share surplus food via app.
    Web: olioex.com

  • Too Good To Go
    Services Provided: Discounted surplus meals from restaurants via app.
    Web: toogoodtogo.com

  • Food Rescue US
    Services Provided: Volunteers deliver surplus food to agencies.
    Web: foodrescue.us

  • Flashfood
    Services Provided: Discounted groceries nearing expiration.
    Web: flashfood.com

  • Ibotta / Fetch
    Services Provided: Grocery rebate and rewards apps.
    Web: ibotta.com • fetch.com

Vehicle Access & Transportation

  • Good News Garage (New England)
    Services Provided: Donated and refurbished vehicles for income-eligible working families.
    Web: goodnewsgarage.org • Phone: (603) 669-6937
    Address: 340 Granite St, Suite 302, Manchester, NH 03102 (regional office serving RI residents)

  • Working Cars for Working Families
    Services Provided: National initiative promoting affordable vehicles and financing for low-income workers.
    Web: workingcarsforworkingfamilies.org • (National network; local providers vary)

  • Vehicles for Change
    Services Provided: Low-cost vehicles and auto mechanic job training programs.
    Web: vehiclesforchange.org • Phone: (855) 820-7990
    Address: 4111 Washington Blvd, Halethorpe, MD 21227 (regional HQ)

  • Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA)
    Services Provided: Public buses, reduced fare programs, RIde paratransit.
    Web: ripta.com • Phone: (401) 781-9400
    Address: 705 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907

  • Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)
    Services Provided: Free rides to medical appointments for Medicaid members.
    Web: modivcare.com • Phone: 1-855-330-9131
    Address: (Rides scheduled via broker; statewide coverage)

  • LyftUp / Uber Community Impact Programs
    Services Provided: Discounted or sponsored rides for healthcare, food access, and job programs.
    Web: lyftup.com • uber.com/us/en/community

  • Accessible Transportation RI (RIde Program – RIPTA)
    Services Provided: Paratransit service for seniors and people with disabilities.
    Web: ripta.com/paratransit • Phone: (401) 461-9760
    Address: 705 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907

Domestic Violence, Safety & Protective Services

  • Sojourner House
    Services Provided: Shelter, advocacy, housing, immigration services, hotline.
    Web: sojournerri.org • Hotline: (401) 765-3232 • Office: (401) 861-6191
    Address: 1570 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02909

  • Women’s Resource Center
    Services Provided: 24/7 helpline, counseling, court advocacy, shelter.
    Web: wrcnbc.org • Phone: (401) 846-5263
    Address: 624 Main St, Warren, RI 02885

  • RICADV – RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence
    Services Provided: Statewide coordination, policy advocacy, prevention programs.
    Web: ricadv.org • Phone: (401) 467-9940
    Address: 42 Longfellow St, Providence, RI 02907

  • Day One RI
    Services Provided: Sexual assault and trafficking services, clinical and legal advocacy.
    Web: dayoneri.org • Phone: (401) 421-4100 • 24/7 Hotline: (800) 494-8100
    Address: 100 Medway St, Providence, RI 02906

  • RISE Shelter (via Sojourner)
    Services Provided: Confidential emergency shelter for families.
    Web: sojournerri.org • Hotline: (401) 765-3232

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline
    Services Provided: 24/7 confidential DV support.
    Web: thehotline.org • Phone: 1-800-799-7233

  • RI Family Court (DV Unit)
    Services Provided: Restraining orders & court services for DV matters.
    Web: courts.ri.gov • Phone: (401) 458-5274
    Address: 1 Dorrance Plaza, Providence, RI 02903

  • DCYF – Child Protective Services
    Services Provided: 24/7 child abuse/neglect reporting hotline.
    Web: dcyf.ri.gov • Hotline: 1-800-742-4453
    Address: 101 Friendship St, Providence, RI 02903

  • Adult Protective Services (RI Office of Healthy Aging)
    Services Provided: Report elder abuse/neglect, statewide ADRC.
    Web: oha.ri.gov • Phone: (401) 462-3000
    Address: 25 Howard Ave, Bldg 57, Cranston, RI 02920

  • RAINN
    Services Provided: National sexual assault hotline & resource center.
    Web: rainn.org • Phone: 1-800-656-4673

Insurance & Health Coverage

  • HealthSource RI
    Services Provided: State ACA marketplace; enrollment help and subsidies.
    Web: healthsourceri.com • Phone: 1-855-840-4774
    Address: 401 Wampanoag Trail, East Providence, RI 02915

  • Medicaid (RI DHS)
    Services Provided: Free/low-cost health coverage for eligible residents.
    Web: dhs.ri.gov/medicaid • Phone: 1-855-697-4347
    Address: DHS offices statewide

  • Medicare
    Services Provided: Federal insurance for seniors (65+) and people with disabilities.
    Web: medicare.gov • Phone: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)

  • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island (NHPRI)
    Services Provided: Medicaid and Medicare managed care plans.
    Web: nhpri.org • Phone: 1-800-459-6019
    Address: 910 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917

  • Private Carriers (UnitedHealthcare / Blue Cross / Tufts, etc.)
    Services Provided: Commercial health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
    Web: uhc.com • bcbsri.com • tuftshealthplan.com

Legal, Financial & Employment Readiness

  • Rhode Island Legal Services (RILS)
    Services Provided: Free civil legal aid (housing, benefits, family law).
    Web: rils.org • Providence: (401) 274-2652 • Newport: (401) 846-2264
    Address: 56 Pine St, 4th Fl, Providence, RI 02903 • 50 Washington Sq, Newport, RI 02840

  • Roger Williams University Law Clinics
    Services Provided: Free/low-cost law clinics (immigration, defense, startups).
    Web: law.rwu.edu • Phone: (401) 254-4500
    Address: 150 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903

  • ACLU of Rhode Island
    Services Provided: Civil rights intake, discrimination complaints, policy advocacy.
    Web: riaclu.org • Phone: (401) 831-7171
    Address: 128 Dorrance St, Suite 400, Providence, RI 02903

  • GLAD (GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders)
    Services Provided: Legal help line, LGBTQ+ and HIV rights litigation.
    Web: glad.org • Phone: 1-800-455-4523
    Address: 18 Tremont St, Suite 950, Boston, MA 02108 (regional)

  • RI Bar Association – Volunteer Lawyer Program (VLP)
    Services Provided: Free legal consultations for eligible clients.
    Web: ribar.com • Phone: (401) 421-7758
    Address: 41 Sharpe Dr, Cranston, RI 02920

  • Dress for Success Providence
    Services Provided: Professional clothing, career coaching, job-readiness workshops.
    Web: providence.dressforsuccess.org • Phone: (401) 200-8363
    Address: 1058 Broad St, Providence, RI 02905

  • Career Closet (YWCA / EBCAP)
    Services Provided: Free professional clothing for job seekers.
    Web: ebcap.org • Phone: (401) 435-7876 ext. 1134
    Address: 100 Bullocks Point Ave, Riverside, RI 02915

  • Goodwill Job Services
    Services Provided: Employment services, job training, clothing vouchers.
    Web: goodwillri.org • Phone: (401) 861-2080
    Address: 100 Houghton St, Providence, RI 02904

Affordable Healthcare – Primary Care, OBGYN, Dental & Vision

  • Community Health Centers of Rhode Island (CHC RI)
    Services Provided: Primary care, women’s health, dental, behavioral health.
    Web: chcchi.com • Phone: (401) 729-7838
    Address: One Cumberland Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860 (plus multiple sites)

  • Providence Community Health Centers (PCHC)
    Services Provided: Family medicine, pediatrics, dental, OB/GYN, pharmacy.
    Web: providencechc.org • Phone: (401) 444-0400
    Address: 375 Allens Ave, Providence, RI 02905 (admin; multiple sites)

  • Thundermist Health Center
    Services Provided: Primary care, OB/GYN, LGBTQ+ affirming care, dental, behavioral health.
    Web: thundermisthealth.org • Phone: (401) 783-0523
    Address: 1 River St, Wakefield, RI 02879 (plus Woonsocket & West Warwick sites)

  • Blackstone Valley Community Health Care (BVCHC)
    Services Provided: Full primary, dental, behavioral, and specialty care.
    Web: bvchc.org • Phone: (401) 722-0081
    Address: 39 East Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860

  • East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP)
    Services Provided: Pediatrics, dental, WIC, family medicine, behavioral health.
    Web: ebcap.org • Phone: (401) 847-7821
    Address: 19 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840

  • Community Care Alliance (CCAP)
    Services Provided: Primary care, behavioral health, family services.
    Web: comcap.org • Phone: (401) 467-9610
    Address: 1090 Cranston St, Cranston, RI 02920

  • CCRI Dental Hygiene Clinic
    Services Provided: Low-cost preventive dental care by supervised students.
    Web: ccri.edu/dental • Phone: (401) 825-2254
    Address: 1762 Louisquisset Pike, Lincoln, RI 02865

  • Planned Parenthood of Southern New England (RI Clinics)
    Services Provided: Reproductive health, contraception, STI testing, gender-affirming care.
    Web: plannedparenthood.org • Phone: (401) 421-9620
    Address: 175 Broad St, Providence, RI 02903

  • Rhode Island Free Clinic
    Services Provided: Comprehensive free healthcare for uninsured adults.
    Web: rifreeclinic.org • Phone: (401) 274-6347
    Address: 655 Broad St, Providence, RI 02907

  • Hospital Financial Assistance Programs
    Services Provided: Charity care and bill reduction at RI hospitals (apply through hospital billing offices).
    Web: lifespan.org • carenewengland.org • chartercare.org

  • Rx Outreach / Blink Health
    Services Provided: Discount prescription medication services.
    Web: rxoutreach.org • blinkhealth.com

  • RIP Medical Debt (if active)
    Services Provided: Nonprofit that buys and forgives medical debt for qualifying residents.
    Web: ripmedicaldebt.org

Veterans & Military Support

  • Operation Stand Down Rhode Island (OSDRI)
    Services Provided: Housing, case management, employment, and legal support for veterans.
    Web: osdri.org • Phone: (401) 383-4730
    Address: 1010 Hartford Ave, Johnston, RI 02919

  • VA Providence Healthcare System
    Services Provided: Primary care, specialty medical, and mental health for veterans.
    Web: providence.va.gov • Phone: (401) 273-7100
    Address: 830 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908

  • RI Department of Veterans Affairs
    Services Provided: Benefits claims, veteran advocacy, and support services.
    Web: vets.ri.gov • Phone: (401) 921-2119
    Address: 560 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, RI 02886

  • Veterans Crisis Line
    Services Provided: 24/7 confidential crisis support for veterans & families.
    Web: veteranscrisisline.net • Phone: 988 (Press 1)

LGBTQIA+ Resources

  • Providence LGBTQ Center
    Services Provided: Community safe space, advocacy, events, and resources.
    Web: provlgbtqcenter.org • Phone: (401) 307-1802
    Address: 627 Cranston St, Providence, RI 02907

  • GLAD (GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders)
    Services Provided: Legal advocacy, litigation, and HelpLine for LGBTQ+ and HIV rights.
    Web: glad.org • Phone: 1-800-455-4523
    Address: 18 Tremont St, Suite 950, Boston, MA 02108

  • Transgender Resource Center of New England (TRCNE)
    Services Provided: Transgender advocacy, peer support, and resources.
    Web: trcne.org • Phone: (603) 552-5824
    Address: Manchester, NH (regional; see website for updates)

  • LGBTQ+ Veterans Services (VA Providence)
    Services Provided: Inclusive healthcare and support groups for LGBTQ+ veterans.
    Web: providence.va.gov • Phone: (401) 273-7100
    Address: 830 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908

Minority, Immigrant & Refugee Support

  • RI Black & Latino Caucus (General Assembly)
    Services Provided: Advocacy for Black and Latino communities on policy and equity.
    Web: rilegislature.gov • Phone: (401) 222-2466
    Address: 82 Smith St, Providence, RI 02903

  • Urban League of Rhode Island
    Services Provided: Housing assistance, job training, education, and civic engagement.
    Web: urbanleagueofri.org • Phone: (401) 351-5000
    Address: 246 Prairie Ave, Providence, RI 02905

  • Dorcas International Institute of RI
    Services Provided: Immigration legal aid, ESL/GED, refugee resettlement, workforce training.
    Web: diiri.org • Phone: (401) 461-5940
    Address: 220 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907

  • Refugee Dream Center
    Services Provided: Post-resettlement case management, health navigation, youth programs.
    Web: refugeedreamcenter.org • Phone: (401) 307-7178
    Address: 300 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907

  • Catholic Charities Immigration & Refugee Services (CCARI)
    Services Provided: Immigration legal representation, family services, and refugee support.
    Web: diocesanccri.org • Phone: (401) 421-7833
    Address: 1 Cathedral Square, Providence, RI 02903

  • AsylumConnect (App)
    Services Provided: Directory of LGBTQ+ affirming services for asylum seekers.
    Web: asylumconnect.org • App-based

  • RAICES (National)
    Services Provided: Immigration legal defense, asylum/deportation advocacy, bond assistance.
    Web: raicestexas.org • Phone: (210) 226-7722
    Address: 1305 N Flores St, San Antonio, TX 78212

Employment, Unemployment & Career Development

  • RI Department of Labor & Training (DLT)
    Services Provided: Unemployment insurance, workforce training, job search help.
    Web: dlt.ri.gov • Phone: (401) 462-8000
    Address: 1511 Pontiac Ave, Cranston, RI 02920

  • Workforce Solutions of Providence/Cranston (WSRI)
    Services Provided: Job search, training, workforce readiness.
    Web: worksri.org • Phone: (401) 462-8900
    Address: One Reservoir Ave, Providence, RI 02907

  • RI DHS – TANF & SNAP Cash Assistance
    Services Provided: Temporary cash assistance and employment programs.
    Web: dhs.ri.gov • Phone: (855) 697-4347
    Address: DHS offices statewide

  • Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA)
    Services Provided: Federal funds for job training & career development.
    Web: dlt.ri.gov/wioa

  • RI Reconnect
    Services Provided: Free adult education, GED, and career pathways.
    Web: ri.gov/reconnect • Phone: (401) 736-1167

  • SCORE Rhode Island
    Services Provided: Free business mentoring, workshops, and small business resources.
    Web: score.org/rhodeisland • Phone: (401) 226-0077
    Address: 315 Iron Horse Way, Suite 101, Providence, RI 02908

  • RI Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
    Services Provided: Startup advising, business planning, funding preparation.
    Web: risbdc.org • Phone: (401) 874-7232
    Address: URI, 75 Lower College Rd, Kingston, RI 02881

  • Kiva Loans
    Services Provided: Zero-interest microloans for entrepreneurs.
    Web: kiva.org

Health, Medical & Hospitals

  • Rhode Island Hospital (Lifespan)
    Services Provided: Tertiary care, trauma center, specialty services.
    Web: lifespan.org/locations/rhode-island-hospital • Phone: (401) 444-4000
    Address: 593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903

  • Miriam Hospital
    Services Provided: General and specialty hospital care.
    Web: lifespan.org/locations/miriam-hospital • Phone: (401) 793-2500
    Address: 164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI 02906

  • Kent Hospital
    Services Provided: Emergency services, inpatient and outpatient care.
    Web: kentri.org • Phone: (401) 737-7000
    Address: 455 Toll Gate Rd, Warwick, RI 02886

  • Hasbro Children’s Hospital
    Services Provided: Pediatric emergency and specialty care.
    Web: lifespan.org/locations/hasbro-childrens-hospital • Phone: (401) 444-4000
    Address: 593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903

  • HealthSource RI
    Services Provided: State insurance marketplace; enrollment & subsidies.
    Web: healthsourceri.com • Phone: 1-855-840-4774
    Address: 401 Wampanoag Trail, East Providence, RI 02915

  • NeedyMeds & GoodRx (Apps)
    Services Provided: Prescription discount cards and pharmacy savings.
    Web: needymeds.org • goodrx.com

Childcare, Parenting & Family Support

  • DHS Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
    Services Provided: Subsidies for childcare for income-eligible families.
    Web: dhs.ri.gov/child-care

  • BrightStars
    Services Provided: Quality rating and referral system for childcare.
    Web: brightstars.org • Phone: (401) 739-6100
    Address: 535 Centerville Rd, Suite 201, Warwick, RI 02886

  • Head Start / Early Head Start (Statewide)
    Services Provided: Early childhood education and family support.
    Web: rhodeislandheadstart.org

  • Parents as Teachers RI
    Services Provided: Evidence-based home visiting for early learning.
    Web: parentsasteachers.org

  • RI Kids Count
    Services Provided: Advocacy and data for children’s well-being.
    Web: rikidscount.org • Phone: (401) 351-9400
    Address: 1 Union Station, Providence, RI 02903

  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Rhode Island
    Services Provided: Afterschool programs, youth mentoring.
    Web: bgcri.org • Phone: (401) 444-0750
    Address: Multiple clubhouses statewide

Senior & Respite Care

  • RI Division of Elderly Affairs (Office of Healthy Aging)
    Services Provided: Adult day programs, respite care, and benefits navigation.
    Web: oha.ri.gov • Phone: (401) 462-3000
    Address: 25 Howard Ave, Cranston, RI 02920

  • Alzheimer’s Association RI Chapter
    Services Provided: Support groups, helpline, caregiver programs.
    Web: alz.org/ri • Phone: 1-800-272-3900
    Address: 245 Waterman St, Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906

  • Visiting Angels RI
    Services Provided: In-home caregiving, respite, and personal care.
    Web: visitingangels.com • Phone: (401) 884-5570
    Address: 2240 S County Trail, East Greenwich, RI 02818

  • AARP Rhode Island
    Services Provided: Senior advocacy, programs, and resources.
    Web: aarp.org/ri • Phone: (401) 248-2671
    Address: 10 Orms St, Suite 301, Providence, RI 02904

Substance Use & Recovery

  • RICARES
    Services Provided: Peer-led recovery support, advocacy, and navigation.
    Web: ricares.org • Phone: (401) 528-1353
    Address: 134 Mathewson St, Providence, RI 02903

  • CODAC Behavioral Healthcare
    Services Provided: Medication-assisted treatment (MAT), counseling, outpatient & inpatient programs.
    Web: codac.org • Phone: (401) 725-3700
    Address: 1052 Park Ave, Cranston, RI 02910 (plus multiple sites)

  • AA Rhode Island
    Services Provided: 12-step meetings for alcohol recovery statewide.
    Web: aainri.com • Phone: (401) 438-8860

  • NA Rhode Island (New England Region)
    Services Provided: Peer support groups for drug recovery.
    Web: newenglandna.org • Phone: 866-624-3578

  • SMART Recovery
    Services Provided: Secular, science-based peer support for addiction recovery.
    Web: smartrecovery.org

Emergency Preparedness

  • American Red Cross Rhode Island
    Services Provided: Disaster relief, shelters, preparedness training.
    Web: redcross.org/local/ri • Phone: (401) 831-7700
    Address: 100 Niantic Ave, Providence, RI 02907

  • FEMA Disaster Assistance
    Services Provided: Individual disaster aid, grants, temporary housing.
    Web: disasterassistance.gov • Phone: 1-800-621-3362

  • RI Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA)
    Services Provided: Statewide preparedness, response coordination.
    Web: riema.ri.gov • Phone: (401) 946-9996
    Address: 645 New London Ave, Cranston, RI 02920

  • Poison Control (National)
    Services Provided: 24/7 toxicology & poison exposure support.
    Web: poison.org • Phone: 1-800-222-1222

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Individuals are encouraged to exercise their own judgment and conduct independent due diligence before engaging with any listed provider, program, or service. VATAS does not warrant, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy, availability, quality, or outcomes of any external resources mentioned.

Use of this guide is at your own discretion and risk, and VATAS expressly disclaims any liability for decisions made or actions taken based on this information.