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Catholic Charities Worcester County

Address:
79 Elm St
Southbridge, MA 01550
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.ccworc.org

Services:
Catholic Charities provides financial and material assistance, including rent, utilities, prescriptions, infant supplies, clothing, holiday gifts and toys, school supplies and other basic need. In addition, services include case management, budget counseling, and connections to primary care services, health education and parenting workshops. Catholic Charities also provides Home Care services to the Southern Worcester Country population.

Catholic Charities Worcester County

Address:
9 Spring St
Whitinsville, MA 01588
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.ccworc.org/locations/our-locations/

Services:
Catholic Charities provides financial and material assistance to those in need including assistance with rent and utilities. Services also include assessments and referrals to local food pantries and completion of federal fuel assistance applications, collaboration with local agencies and churches. Catholic Charities also provides home care services to the Southern Worcester County population.

Family Resources Inc

Address:
245 Main Street
Woonsocket, RI 02895
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.communitycareri.org

Services:
Provides therapeutic counseling for individuals, couples and families, including substance abuse evaluation and treatment; parent education; marriage and family enrichment services; child abuse prevention program; Early Intervention (EI) for young, developmentally disabled children; Project Early Start (ES) a home based early learning program for families of children, birth to three years of age. Comprehensive Emergency Services(CES), a 60-day crisis intervention program for families with minor children; specialized foster care. Holiday programs; emergency food, shelter and other basic needs for individuals and families; employment training and computer training; residential services for adolescent boys; Project Impact, a free supportive education project for teenage moms and other young women, ages 16-18, who have dropped out of high school. Milk Fund, a free milk program for needy Woonsocket residents. 72 bed emergency shelter.

Hours:
Mon & Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM Tue-Thu 8:30AM-9:00PM Sat 9:00AM-3:00PM (by appointment)

Eligibility:
Varies according to individual programs. The majority of programs are limited to low-income Woonsocket residents. The following documentation is required for all services: Proof of all household income or no income, most recent FIP/food stamp statement, TDI, unemployment statement Picture ID for applicant only Social security cards for ALL household members Proof of birth for ALL household members (birth certificates/RI Medicaid cards) Current rent receipt, current lease, current mortgage statement Current electric, gas/oil bills Documentation of crisis (fire report, doctor�s note, etc�)

Auburn Town Clerk

Address:
104 Central St
Auburn, MA 01501
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.auburnguide.com/Pages/AuburnMA_Webdocs/deptlist

Services:
Provides donated funds to assist residents with emergency heating costs and other emergency related expenses. The fund also works with Keeping Auburn Warm, a program of Auburn that provides weatherization services, furnace repair as well as fuel assistance, contact 508-721-7723. - - Service includes mortgage payment assistance, rent payment assistance, electric bill payment assistance, gas bill payment assistance, heating fuel bill payment assistance and medical bill payment assistance.

Brown Sara S

Address:
1090 Cranston St
Cranston, RI 02920
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.comcap.org

Services:
CCAP's Social Services Department administers the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for Cranston, Scituate and Foster with federal funding earmarked for the state of Rhode Island. LIHEAP is designed to help low-income clients meet the ever-increasing cost of home energy. Payments are made directly to vendors who then credit the client's account for the amount specified. Eligible clients also qualify for a reduced electric rate as well as a discount on the client's telephone bill. Food Bank Healthy Families America Program: Love that Baby Campaign – The Healthy Families Program is designed to help parents with understanding and caring for their child's needs, building strong parent child connections, breastfeeding and feeding support, and helping children learn and grow to reach their potential. We also help families to connect with other services and supports that they feel they need. Parent as Teacher Program (PAT): The Parents as Teachers Program (PAT) is a free home based program that supports parents by teaching them the skills they need to teach their children and enhance their development and also supports families with monthly community activities and family events. PAT enrolls pregnant families and families with children up to 2 years old. Case Management: Adolescent Self-Sufficiency Program assists pregnant and parenting teens to make important decisions and plans that lead to personal and economic self-sufficiency. Services include pregnancy and parenting education; education and job training assistance; referrals to community resources; individual and group counseling and pregnancy prevention workshops. Youth Diversionary Program: Primary goal of this program is to divert youth from the juvenile justice system. It is a 90 day, intensive home-based program providing behavior management education, family counseling and case management services. Social Services: To help individuals and families meet the basic human needs of food, shelter and clothing. Designed to provide people with a range of services that promote personal and economic self-sufficiency. Provided to eligible families and individuals at no cost. Registered Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site: Staff of tax preparers are IRS trained, tested, and certified to help people who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit program receive the tax credits they deserve. THIS IS A FREE SERVICE. You will need to call for an appointment and must bring a copy of your previous year's return, all financial statements pertaining to tax year 2013, your social security card, and a picture ID. For more information about the VITA program, or to schedule an appointment, call CCAP at 467-7013. Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Feeding and Nutrition Program: Provides food vouchers, allowing them to purchase milk, eggs, cheese, juice and iron fortified cereals and formula. The WIC coordinator provides nutrition education and counseling to all program participants on a monthly basis. Effective May, 2018 – June 30, 2019 INCOME BEFORE DEDUCTIONS OR GROSS: Family Size Annual Monthly 1 $22,459 $1,872 2 $30,451 $2,538 3 $38,443 $3,204 4 $46,435 $3,870 5 $54,427 $4,536 6 $62,419 $5,202 7 $70,411 $5,868 8 $78,403 $6,534

Hours:
Office: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM Food Bank: Mon, Tue & Fri 9:30AM-12:30PM & 2:00PM-4:00PM Wed 9:30AM-12:30PM & 2:30PM-6:30PM Thu 10:00AM-1:00PM WIC: Mon, Tue & Thu 9:00AM-5:00PM Wed 9:30AM-6:30PM Fri 9:00AM-4:00PM

Eligibility:
Must be a RI resident

Project Hope

Address:
1 Cathedral Square
Providence, RI 02903
Map & Directions

Website:
http://dioceseofprovidence.org/

Services:
Assists low income residents in the Blackstone Valley area through individual advocacy, research and community organization approaches to meeting basic human needs. Must bring proof of income, rent and utility receipts, ID. Rental, fuel and utility assistance in emergencies only. Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets. Medication in crisis situation. Parenting classes. ** Blackstone Valley Emergency Food Closet 724-7170 402 Dexter Street, Central Falls 02863 Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:00AM - 1:00AM Income Source: Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, donations.

Hours:
Mon - Fri 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Thu 4:00PM - 7:00PM for working poor only

Eligibility:
Pawtucket & Central Falls residents ONLY

Saint Vincent Depaul Ministry

Address:
178 Dexter St
Providence, RI 02907
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.dioceseofprovidence.org

Services:
Services for West End residents ONLY Doctor: Mon, Wed & Fri 1:00PM - 4:00PM (Statewide) Psychologist: Wed11:30AM - 3:00PM & Fri 9:30AM -12:00PM (Statewide) Food Pantry Soup Kitchen

Hours:
Food Pantry: Tue 10:00AM - 12:00PM & Fri 9:30AM - 11:30AM Soup Kitchen: Thu 4:30PM - 5:30PM Clothing: Wed 12:30PM - 2:00PM

Eligibility:
All are welcome

Washington Park Community Center

Address:
42 Jillson St
Providence, RI 02905
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.washparkcc.org/

Services:
Services: Organizes advocacy endeavors for consumer protection of neighborhood concerns/issues. Offers before and after school recreational and educational activities for children, 5 -17 years of age; counseling; translation; emergency food closet. Senior citizen programs and meal site; infant day care center (newborn - 3 years of age); pre-school day care (3 - 5 years of age). **Children's Shelter Temporary shelter for abused or neglected children in DCYF custody, newborn to 12 years of age.

Hours:
Office: 9:00AM - 4:30PM Food Pantry: Mon - Thu 10:00AM - 2:00PM Food Pantry: Mon - Fri 10:00AM - 2:00PM

Eligibility:
Must live in Census Tract 1 for food and utilities

Amos House

Address:
460 Pine St
Providence, RI 02907
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.amoshouse.com

Services:
Provides hospitality and direct services to the homeless and poor of Rhode Island. Offers Transitional Housing Program for 21 men and 15 women who are homeless and looking to achieve sobriety. Permanent supportive housing includes five rooming houses (35 rooms) and 22 apartments. First priority is given to graduates of the 90-Day Transitional Housing Program. Residents live in a clean and sober community and continue to benefit from Amos House programs and services. Employment Training Programs including: culinary arts, carpentry and literacy training programs. Additional Services: Emergency assistance, including help with rent and utilities Transportation assistance (bus passes and RIPTIX) Substance abuse counseling, program and referrals HIV education and referrals Mental health referrals Health care on site, once a week Assistance with dental care Prescription, eye exams and eyeglass assistance Legal aid referrals Help with applications for SSI Help with applications for food stamps, FIP and other benefits Personal hygiene items Housing placement and assistance with housing-related problems Money management and life skills training Job training, including the Amos Culinary Education program. Job placement referrals Literacy Education Assistance with continuing education referrals and applications A mailing address for persons who are homeless

Hours:
Social services: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM-8:00 AM Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:00AM-12:30PM

Eligibility:
Adult

Community Affairs Office

Address:
1 Cathedral Square
Providence, RI 02903
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.dioceseofprovidence.org; http://www.heatri.com

Services:
Assists low-income residents through individual advocacy, research and community organization approaches to meeting basic human needs. Provides emergency fuel and energy assistance "Keep the Heat On" during winter months (November - April). Rental and prescription assistance when funds are available. Provides assistance with rent, utilities, heat, and prescriptions. Income Source: Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, donations, grants

Hours:
Mon - Fri 8:30AM - 4:30PM

Eligibility:
Low-income resident. Please see "Notes" for more details.