Other Needs
It is essential to meet the growing needs of our community. We respond to the requests of families in need, at-risk individuals, folks who find themselves in an unexpected tight-spot, and those who simply have questions. Should you need further assistance, call us at 401.421.4111 ext. 411.
An asterisk (*) indicates a Jewish organization.
*Access: Senior Transportation
Location:
401 Elmgrove Ave, Providence, RI 02906
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401.421.4111 ext. 150
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Description:
Access: Senior Transportation is here to help Jewish seniors increase
their mobility and to connect with community. The Jewish Alliance, through a
partnership with a local taxi company, is offering highly subsidized vouchers to
those who qualify. Access: Senior Transportation is available for Jewish Rhode
Islanders ages 65 and older or individuals with an ADA-recognized disability.
*BunkConnect
Description:
BunkConnect is a program of Foundation for Jewish Camp, an affordability initiative built on the success of FJC’s One Happy Camper program. BunkConnect is a referral program that makes finding the perfect camp easy by offering special introductory rates at participating camps for eligible families. Through BunkConnect, first-time campers of all Jewish backgrounds (including Jewish day school students) can choose from a variety of high quality summer experiences. The program is specifically designed for families for whom Jewish camp might not be financially feasible – including families with moderate incomes.
*Camp JORI
Location:
1065 Wordens Pond Road, Wakefield, RI 02879
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Winter: 401.463.3170 | Summer: 401.783.7000
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Description:
Camp JORI provides a high quality overnight Jewish Camping experience that is available to all families in a safe and supportive setting so that each JORI camper will develop life-long connections with the Jewish community. They offer overnight camp for grades 2-10, day camp for grades K-4 and a weekend program for those who want to get a taste of overnight camp. Camp JORI is located on over 72 acres of pristine woodland, on the largest lake in Rhode Island with an exceptional waterfront for boating and fishing, with woodland paths and pine groves.
*David C. Isenberg Family Early Childhood Center (ECC)
Location:
401 Elmgrove Avenue, Providence, RI 02906
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401.421.4111 ext. 130
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Description:
The Isenberg ECC, offers Jewish education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers The staff is dedicated to providing a quality, child-centered, developmental program that includes age appropriate educational and Judaic experiences in a secure and loving atmosphere that fosters cognitive, physical, emotional, and social growth.
*Eides Family J-Space After School Program at the Dwares JCC
Location:
401 Elmgrove Avenue, Providence, RI 02906
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401.421.4111 ext. 147
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Description:
Need a safe, fun place for your child to be after school? J-Space, for children ages 5-11, is a program focused on academics, social skills, sports, arts, and fun, enhanced curricula and enrichments. Activities include the nationally recognized C.A.T.C.H. (Coordinated Approach To Children’s Health) curriculum, which is designed to nurture a love of physical activity, provide an introduction to gardening and nutrition, and encourage healthy eating in children; homework help—both secular and Judaic subjects—from staff, including our Israeli Emissary; swimming in our indoor, heated pool. Healthy snacks are provided and convenient bus pick-up is available.
*Gemilath Chesed Providence Hebrew Free Loan Association
Description:
Lends money at no interest to those with short-term financial needs. Complete confidentiality assured.
*Jewish Community Day School of Rhode Island (JCDSRI)
Location:
85 Taft Avenue Providence, RI 02906
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401.751.2470
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Description:
The Jewish Community Day School of Rhode Island prepares confident, collaborative, critical thinkers for the twenty-first century. We employ a progressive curriculum that nurtures each student’s innate creativity and curiosity while promoting academic rigor and developing personal character. Supported by an inclusive community of families and staffed by an outstanding team of educators, JCDSRI reflects the values and ethics of a vibrant and diverse Jewish community.
The Jewish Community Day School of Rhode Island does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, nationality, sexual preference, or ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admissions policies, employment practices, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
*Providence Hebrew Day School (PHDS)
Description:
Providence Hebrew Day School provides a warm, child-centered environment and is committed to educating the whole child according to his/her individual learning style, allowing each student to reach his/her maximum potential. A PHDS education includes excellence in General Studies, providing the student with the skills and tools needed to succeed in the modern world, along with a strong Judaic Studies curriculum that focuses on imbuing the student with a knowledge and love of Torah, Mitzvos and Eretz Yisrael. A focus on Midos, character development, is an essential element of a PHDS education. Their graduates have become young Jewish leaders of tomorrow, excelling in the finest Yeshivos, Seminaries, and Universities.
*Shalom Apartments
*Tamarisk — The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence
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