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1.) Blackstone Valley CAP: Helps to provides basic necessities such as food, clothing and fuel assistance (401) 723-0227, 32 Goff Ave. Pawtucket, RI , bvcap.org

2.) CAP of Providence: Provide supportive services and programs to the Providence community
(401) 273-2000, 518 Hartford Ave. Providence, cappri.org

3.)Community Care Alliance: Works to support families of all cultural backgrounds in their efforts to meet economic, social and emotional challenges to enhance their wellbeing
(401) 235-6056, 245 Main St., Woonsocket, RI, communitycareri.org

4.) Comprehensive Community Action: CCAP offers a full range of services to help individuals and families keep a warm roof over their heads and food on the table.
(401) 467-7013, 311 Doric Ave., Cranston, RI, comcap.org

5.) East Bay Community Action Program: Provides a wide array of health and human services to the residents of Rhode Island’s East Bay, including the municipalities of: East Providence, Barrington, Warren, Bristol, Tiverton, Little Compton, Portsmouth, Middletown, Newport and Jamestown.
(401) 847-7821, 19 Broadway, Newport, RI, ebcap.org
(401) 437-5102, 100 Bullocks Point Ave., Riverside, RI, ebcap.org

6.) Tri-County Community Action Agency: Offer a broad range of services and programs to provide a helping hand to those in need and to build a foundation of self-sufficiency.
(401) 351-2750, 11 Emmanuel St. North Providence, RI, tricountyri.org
(401) 351-2750, 415 Tower Hill Rd. North Kingstown RI, tricountyri.org

7.) Westbay Community Action Program: A charitable organization serving the people of Kent County. They help with food, utilities, health, safety, and education.
(401) 732-4660, 487 Jefferson Blvd. Warwick, westbaycap.org

I need help with housing maintenance

Providence has many resources that have energy assistance programs. Below are some resources that provide social services related to your housing.

1.) CCAP/Family Health Services: Provide women, infant and children social services
(401) 467-9610, 311 Doric Ave. Cranston, RI 02910

2.) Community Care Alliance:Gives support in family behavioral services and wellbeing, early childhood services, and transitional and integrated health.
(401) 235-7000, 245 Main St., Woonsocket,RI,
https://www.communitycareri.org/ProgramsServices/ChildFamily.aspx

3.) Family Health Services of Coventry: Provide women, infant and children mental and behavioral health services
(401) 828-5335, 191 Macarthur Blvd. Coventry RI 02816

4.) Everett C. Wilcox Health Center: provides mental, behavioral, and dental health support to families
(401) 732-9090, 226 Buttonwoods Ave Warwick, Ri 02886

5.) Cranston Child Development Center: Provides early childhood development, mental and physical health, nutrition and family engagement.
[EARLY HEAD START] (401) 275.5808,155 Gansett Avenue Cranston RI, 02910
[HEAD START] (410) 209-6868, 1725 Broad Street Cranston, RI 02905

6.) East Bay Community Action Program: Provides medical and behavioral health for women, infants, and children.
(401) 437-1008, 100 Bullocks Point Ave. Riverside, RI 02915

7.) The Providence Center: Provides child and family behavioral health services.
(401) 276-4155, 520 Hope St Providence

I need help finding family healthcare

Do you need help finding care and support for your family? We want to ensure your family gets all the support they need which is why we have created a list of resources in RI. Contact any of the resources below for more information!

I need legal assistance

COMING SOON! Resources for finding legal assistance

1.) Blackstone Valley Community Action Program (BVCAP): A nonprofit agency that provides basic needs such as clothing, food, housing and emergency services, and education programs when you need them.
(401) 723-0227,32 Goff Ave. Pawtucket, RI, bvcap.org
2.) The Salvation Army: The salvation army offers affordable clothing, dishware, and furniture.
(800) 728-7825, 201 Pitman St, Providence, RI 02906

I need clothing, furniture, or household items

Rhode Island has a plethora of resources if you need help finding free or affordable clothing or household items. Listed below are some of these resources, reach out to any of these organizations if you have any questions about what they offer.

1.) Rhode Island Community Food Bank: Provides food to individuals and families who need aid
(401) 942-6325, contactus@rifoodbank.org, 200 Niantic Avenue Providence, RI 02907

2.) Federal Hill Food Center: Individuals and families can access either food pantry twice a month for up to a week’s worth of food, for free, each visit. They offer fresh foods , nutrition education programs and are open Tuesday-Friday, 9am-1pm
Jennifer Hill at (401) 421-1095, 35 Swiss Street, Providence, RI

3.) Olneyville Food Center: Individuals and families can access either food pantry twice a month for up to a week’s worth of food, for free, each visit. They offer fresh foods , nutrition education programs and are open Tuesday-Friday, 9am-2pm
Jackie Reyes at (401) 714-0057,261 Manton Ave, Providence, RI

I need help getting enough healthy food

Do you need help finding affordable healthy food? We can help you! Below are some resources in RI that provide free or affordable food!

Logged below are transportation resources around the city of Providence

1.) RIPTA: Rhode Island Public Transport Authority, goes all around the city of Providence and surrounding areas/ Wheelhouse can set you up with a RIPTA pass if needed.
(401) 781- 9400, https://www.ripta.com

2.) MTM: MTM is available for Rhode island Medicaid patients. If you have no other way to get to an appointment, MTM covers Medicaid-covered patients to Medicaid supported providers.
(855) 330-9131, https://www.mtm-inc.net/rhode-island

I need help getting around

Need help finding a way to get to a appointments? Do you not have your own car? We can help you! Below are a few resources that can help you get around the city via public or private transportation. We are always happy to aid in your navigation and ensure you can find your appointments!

1.) Crossroads RI: Provide housing and employment services in Rhode Island.
(401) 277-4316, 160 Broad Street in Providence, RI

I need help finding a job

Do you need help finding a place of employment? We can help you! Listed below are resources that can have you find and apply to jobs.

I need to learn to speak English

COMING SOON! Some resources to help you learn English!!

1.) The CCAP in Warwick, Cranston, and Coventry RI provide dental care access to those who need it most. Each Year, Mission of Mercy offers a two day Free Dental Clinic. We will always promote this so continue to follow us for next years date. Located below are the names and address of the CCAP branches that offer dental support.

CCAP Warwick: (401) 732-9090, 226 Buttonwoods Ave Warwick, RI 02886
CCAP Cranston: (401) 942-4867, 1090 Cranston St. Cranston 02920
CCAP Coventry: (401) 589-2622, 191 Macarthur Blvd Coventry 02816

I need help finding a dentist

Need help finding dental care in Rhode island? We can help you! With the help of the Comprehensive Community Action Plan, dental care is accessible for everyone. Read below to get a short list of resources and how to get connected with them.

I don't have Insurance

Figuring out the world of health insurance is a daunting task, but we are here to help you. Rhode island has a multitude of resources that can help you figure out how to get yourself insured.

For the most updated information, please visit www.StayCoveredRI.gov

The Three steps to Renewing Medicaid:
1.) Look up your renewal date: go to this website https://www.ri.gov/EOHHS/medicaid_renewal
You will need your Medicaid ID number (found on your blue and white Anchor Card) and your date of birth.

2.) Make sure you have all of your required documents. You can either bring them to DHS, drop them off at a DHS office, upload them or mail them: https://staycovered.ri.gov/DHS-locations/document-scanning-center

You will be getting a RENEWAL NOTICE in the MAIL. This will have all of the instructions you need to follow, and the documents you need to upload.

IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE A NOTICE then double check that your address is correct!!

3.) Get some help: Utilize the resources presented below or contact us at Wheelhouse to get help with the renewal process! We want to ensure you are supported at every step of the way!

I need help renewing my Medicaid

Is your Medicaid about to be terminated? Do you need help renewing your Medicaid? We can guide you! We have gathered a few resources that provide information on where and how to renew your Medicaid coverage.

Rhode island has a multitude of resources from primary care, screening tests, and eye care that is made accessible for all. We have listed specific resources, a brief description of what they do, and their contact information.

1.) Center for Primary Care: Provides refugee primary care appointments. To get in touch, contact Missy Migdelia.
(401) 444-6118, MSantiago@lifespan.org, 245 Chapman St. Providence, RI 02905
https://www.lifespan.org/locations/center-primary-care-rhode-island-hospital

2.) Cranston Community Action Program: Provides refugee primary care appointments.
(401) 467-9610

3.) RI Lion Sight Foundation: Provides eye exams and glasses to children and adults that have no medical coverage. The request form is found on the website which is provided here.
www.rilionssightfoundation.org/eyeexaminationsglasses, RILionsSightFoundation@gmail.com

4.) RISE Tuberculosis Center: Provides treatment for those who have TB or those who have been exposed to it. To get in touch, contact Sherry Cabrera
(401) 793-2422, scabrera@lifespan.org, 14 3rd St. Providence, RI 02906
https://www.lifespan.org/centers-services/tuberculosis-rise-clinic

5.) Providence Community Health Services: These centers are located throughout RI and offer medical and behavioral health services. The contact numbers and locations are listed below
Capitol Hill, (401) 444-0550, 40 Candace St. Providence, RI
Central, (401) 444-0580, 239 Cranston St. Providence, RI
Chad Brown, (401)274-6339, 285 A. Chad Brown St. Providence, RI
Chafee, (401) 444-0530,One Warren Way, Providence, RI
Crossroads, (401) 521-2255 or 401-861-2403,160 Broad St. Providence, RI
MET, (401) 752-2600 or (401)752-2693, 325 Public St Providence, RI
North Main, (401)276-4000 or (401)415-9500, 530 North Main St. Providence, RI
Olneyville, (401)-444-0540, 100 Curtis St. Providence, RI
Prairie Ave, (401) 444-0570, 355 Prairie Ave Providence

I need help finding a doctor

Here at wheelhouse, we want to help you gain all healthcare resources you need. Finding a doctor can be a daunting task, and our goal is to help you navigate your health. Below is a collection of different Rhode Island resources for accessible care. Our Family health section is under another tab labeled "I Need Help Finding Family Healthcare"