Directory of Services
Below is a listing with contact information of all direct service programs provided by Family Service of RI or our affiliate Lucy's Hearth. This list has been updated as of 3/17/2010. For corrections or questions please send an email.
AIDS
AIDS Project RI was founded more than twenty-five years ago to provide compassionate, non-judgmental and collaborative response to the needs of people infected, affected and at risk of HIV/AIDS. Over the years, it became a recognized statewide leader on HIV/AIDS issues. In 2008, AIDS Project RI merged with Family Service of RI, linking its continuum of services to that of Family Service of RI, streamlining the delivery of services.
General number: 831-5522.
Intake: 519-2280.
Drop-in center (Afia Center) 331-1350 ext. 3141.
Volunteering: 331-1350 ext. 3364 or hernandezgi@familyserviceri.org.
Website: www.aidsprojectri.org.
Apartments for adults living with HIV/AIDS Contact partnering agency AIDS Care Ocean State for admission information: 521-3603.
Child Development/Youth
Early Intervention (EI) For newborns to 3 year olds with or at risk of developmental delays. 331-1350 ext. 3395.
First Connections For families with children (0-3 years) at risk for poor outcomes due to medical, socio-economic or psychosocial factors. A collaboration with Children's Friend & Service. For information: 331-1350 ext. 3486.
Head Start Consultation Mental health consultation and referrals for children and families served by Head Start programs in Providence. 521-4335.
Parent Aide Parent education and case management for parents referred by Department of Children, Youth and Families. 519-2280.
Swan Capris, Project Director
Providence Children's Initiative A comprehensive project to improve educational and social development outcomes for children and families in a Providence. 401-331-1350 ext. 3243. Read a press release about the program here. See photos from Providence Children's Initiative training at New York City's Harlem Children's Zone by clicking here.
Solutions CEDARR Services for families with children who have special health care needs including behavioral, emotional, developmental, and physical health problems. Up to age 21 in some circumstances. 461-4351. 1-800-640-7283. Email: solutionscedarr@familyserviceri.org. Website: www.solutionscedarr.org.
Youth Success Services for pregnant and parenting teens in Providence. 519-2280.
Counseling & Related
Children’s Treatment and Recovery Center Part of the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, this is a clinical program for children who have been the victim of abuse and/or neglect. 519-2280.
Family Care Community Partnerships (FCCP) A range of social services, including “high fidelity wraparound” for families with children/youth at risk of involvement with the Department of Children, Youth and Families and/or have a serious emotional disturbance. Urban Core Region (Providence/ Cranston/Pawtucket/Central Falls): 519-2280. West Bay Region: 1-866-840-6532.
Outreach to Newport Area Families in Crisis Counseling and referral provided in partnership with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. 294-3168 or 519-2280.
Outpatient Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counseling & Psychiatric Services For adults and children. Office-based in Providence, North Kingstown, Newport (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center), and Westerly (Westerly High School’s WISSP Center). For Medicaid and Neighborhood Health Plan members, Community Support is available if barriers to outpatient or additional supports are needed. 519-2280.
Administered by Family Service of RI 24/7 information resource line for children, youth, adults and families in crisis. Dial 211 or 1-800-367-2700. Website: www.211ri.org. To read a press release about the program, please click here.
See also Schools and Mental Health/Intensive Treatment
Crime Prevention/Victims/Reentry
Breaking the Link Substance abuse prevention—utilizing two national, evidence-based models--for children and families residing in Providence Housing Authority complexes. 519-2280.
Children’s Crisis Assessment Team Provides 24/7 response for children in crisis when call by Department of Children, Youth and Families. For information only: 519-2280.
Community Reentry Program for Women at Adult Correctional Institution Providing case management and employment services. Referrals are made by the state Department of Corrections. Information: 519-2280.
Critical Incident Stress Management Team Responding 24/7 to community emergencies. For information only: 519-2280.
Drug Market Initiative A partnership with the Providence Police to reduce open air drug trafficking in the area of the Chad Brown Providence Housing Authority complex. It involves community building, walking the neighborhood with police, crisis intervention and more. For information: 519-2280.
East Providence Police Liaison Staff rides with East Providence police officers to intervene in family crises and to follow up domestic violence. 519-2280.
Providence Police Go-Team Responding to calls from Providence Police in response to violent incidents when children and families have been involved. For information only: 519-2280.
Providence Police Liaison Staff rides with Providence Police on patrol to prevent family crises. For information only: 519-2280. To read a Rhode Island Monthly article about this program, please click here.
Providence Safe Start Counseling and other services for Providence area children and families exposed to violence. 519-2280.
Station Family Resource Center For survivors of the Station Night Club fire. Case management, resource referral and financial assistance. 1-877-748-3700.
Trauma and Loss Center Specialized counseling and support for children, youth and families who have suffered trauma and loss. 519-2280.
Victim Advocate Services for the Department of Corrections Parole Board Support, advocacy and resources provided to crime victims. 519-2280.
Victim Assistance Academy Training for new victim services professionals and volunteers.519-2280.
Victim Impact Classes Classes helping inmates recognize their impact on their victims. For more information: 519-2280.
Youth Diversion Program (YDP) Individual and family support and case management services for youth in East Providence, Barrington, Warren and Bristol. Providence Latino families also. 519-2280.
Elderly Services
After Hours Emergency Response Program for Elders in Crisis Emergency social services. Please call the Department of Elderly Affairs, 462-0555 for information.
The Point Assisting senior citizens in linking with resources. A United Way of RI project administered by Family Service of RI. Dial 2-1-1, 462-4444 or 1-800-367-2700. Or please click here.
Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Educating senior citizens and their families about Medicare and assisting with enrollment. Dial 2-1-1 or
1-800-367-2700.
Providence Regional Point Assisting senior citizens in linking with resources. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-367-2700.
Senior Health Insurance Program Assisting senior citizens with health insurance-related issues. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-367-2700.
Senior Medicare Patrol One-to one counseling and assistance to seniors regarding Medicare, and Medicare fraud. Looking for volunteers to assist in this effort. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-367-2700.
See also Crime Prevention/Victims/Reentry
Homeless/Housing Related
Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing A program to prevent homelessness and rapidly re-house homeless persons. Please note: under federal guidelines this program is targeted for persons not considered chronically homeless. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-367-2700 for programs in all Rhode Island communities. Providence (homeless prevention only): 331-1350 ext. 3185; email:hprp@familyserviceri.org. Aquidneck Island (homeless prevention and rapid rehousing): 846-4896.
Shelter for women and their children. Located in Middletown, RI. A Family Service of Rhode Island affiliate agency. 847-2021. Website: www.lucyshearth.org.
Lucy’s Hearth was incorporated in 1984 and opened its doors as an overnight shelter with one staff person, a budget of only $20,000, and a dedicated group of volunteers. As the need for shelter increased and more funding became available, it became a 24-hour shelter and expanded programs and services to address the many issues faced by homeless women with children. In 2007, Lucy’s Hearth became an affiliate of Family Service of RI. It celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2009.
Providence Housing Authority Programming Social services for children, youth and their families living in Providence Housing Authority complexes. 519-2277.
See also AIDS
Mental Health/Intensive Treatment
Child and Adolescent Intensive Treatment Services (CAITS) For Medicaid-eligible children up to age 18 (or 21 in some instances) with serious emotional/behavioral crises requiring more than traditional outpatient counseling. A similar program for children with commercial insurance is Child and Family Intensive Treatment (CFIT) For both: 519-2280.
Community Support Program/Community Psychiatric Support Treatment Intensive, community-bassed mental health treatment and case management for adults (18+). For both: 519-2280.
Enhanced Outpatient Services An intensive home/community based treatment program for children and adults at risk of out-of-home placement due to behavior and skill issues. 519-2280.
Family Stabilization Team To help stabilize children and adolescents in their homes during an episode of acute mental illness or substance abuse, or after out-of-home treatment or placement. 519-2280.
Home-based Clinical Services A partnership with Tides Family Service, this program provides home-based clinical and case management services for youth involved with the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. 331-1350 ext. 3834.
In-Home Outpatient Program For children and adults needing psychotherapy and case management in a home setting. 519-2280.
Residential Services. Group homes for children and youth in the custody of the Department of Children, Youth and Families. Information: 519-2272.
Treatment Foster Care. To become a foster parent for a child between birth and 17, please call 331-1350 ext. 3305 or email wrightgr@familyserviceri.org.
See also Mount Pleasant Academy under Schools
Schools
Central Falls Schools Providing staff and training to create therapeutic classrooms for children with emotional, behavioral and learning issues. 331-1350 ext. 3865.
 Mount Pleasant Academy A year-round psychiatric day treatment program for children. Licensed by the state for special and regular elementary education. 521-4335. Pre-K (ages 3 to 5) through 8th grade.
North Kingstown Schools For students and their families. Individual, group and family therapy as well as outreach and referral. 519-2280.
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Providence Schools Psychiatric evaluations for students with diagnosed disabilities and/or potentially disabled students, as well as mental health services. Consultations to special education administrators. For children in designated classrooms at Hope High School, Central High School, Providence Career and Technical Academy, and Gilbert Stuart Middle School, providing consultation and after-school wrap services for students and their families. 519-2280 or contact school social workers.
Westerly High School Mental health services for students and families. 519-2280 or 294-6138 ext. 3162 or 3863.
See also Counseling and Related.
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