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Aunt Bertha is building the country’s most comprehensive online directory of social service organizations. They believe that every person and family should have one place online where they can find help in a time of need – and they’ve been transforming the way social services information is organized and delivered ever since.

Location:

311 Doric Avenue, Cranston, Rhode Island 02910
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Phone:

401.941.0774

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Since 1992, the Rhode Island Community Action Association (RICAA) has been a catalyst for change and a vital part of a coordinated effort to eliminate poverty in our state. They are dedicated to assisting Rhode Islanders and bettering the accessibility of benefits and services offered to low and middle income residents. Community Action Programs are located throughout the state and their services include senior care, after school programs, employment assistance, health and dental care, counseling, housing and heating cost assistance.

Location:

300 Centerville Road, Suite 301, South Warwick RI 02886
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Phone:

401.732.8680

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The Rhode Island Youth Suicide Prevention Project (RIYSPP) is collaboration between the RI Department of Health and the RI Student Assistance Services. RIYSPP is dedicated to creating a safety net of programs for teens and young adults by implementing tried and true methods such as screening, identification and referral systems for troubled individuals and training the community to respond to individuals in need. The Project is focused around youth in Rhode Island’s major cities, but all adolescents and young adults are welcome.

Phone:

401.272.4044

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The Rhode Island branch of the Samaritans serves as the premier organization leading the charge against suicide in the area. With their decades of experience, the Samaritans offer a range of non-religious services to men and women looking for help throughout the state. Everything from their crisis/listening phone line to grief support is available for anyone in need.

Location:

50 Valley Street, Providence, RI 02909
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Phone:

211 or 401.444.0652

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2-1-1 is the statewide resource center for information and referrals, and it comes with the support and expertise of a national network of referral experts.

 

2-1-1 provides a trained and caring human connection – a call specialist – who helps people find assistance on everything from childcare needs and mental health issues, food and heating assistance, to gambling problems and elder care services. In the event of a significant storm or natural disaster, United Way 2-1-1 in Rhode Island support state agencies and connects people to critical services.