Upcoming Community Meetings Join us for the 2024 Quarterly Community Connection Sessions with Director Cimini. The Office of Healthy Aging looks forward to receiving feedback from community stakeholders about topics of interest that impact older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers.We will be hosting these quarterly throughout 2024. The next session will be hosted in person! When: Tuesday May 14, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 amWhere: South Kingstown Senior Center located at 25 St Dominic Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879Please use this form to register for this conversation. This helps us track attendance and accessibility needs. You may contact Denise Meza Director of Equity and Engagement at 401-340-0182 or via email denise.meza@oha.ri.gov with questions or if you need more information.
Get Help Are you age 55 or older, an adult living with a disability, or a caregiver? The Rhode Island Aging and Disability Resource Center, known as the Point is here for you. There are many resources available to you. Call or visit the Point at 401-462-4444 to talk with a specialist today. Calls are free and confidential. We can help you identify your needs, explore resources and services, and help with applying to public and private programs. Get valuable information and assistance about: Home and community-based care Resources for caregivers and their families Assistance with planning for Memory and Cognitive Care Application information and support to public assistance programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, SNAP, Heating and Utility Assistance Information and answers to your COVID-19 questions Information regarding other valuable resources in the community Connect with a Specialist Are you an older adult, person living with disabilities, or a caregiver? Wondering what resources are available for you? The Point is a free resource, helping you to explore your options – from healthcare planning to employment opportunities, and more. Trained specialists will provide tailored information and connect you to resources in your area while you hold on the line. Learn more about access Share Your Feedback Your voice matters! Help us ensure all Rhode Islanders have an opportunity to age strong by sharing your thoughts on what is going well and what should be improved. We look forward to hearing from you. Give feedback RI Serves RIServes is a coordinated network of public, private and nonprofit organizations serving veterans, service members and their families in Rhode Island. RIServes uses technology and its partner network to guide veterans, service members and their families to the most appropriate services and resources available. Learn more about RI Serves BHLink BH Link is a 24/7 behavioral health facility designed to provide immediate assistance to a person in crisis by providing innovative crisis intervention services. BH Link ensures stability, provides seamless transfer to ongoing care, and reduces the unnecessary use of more costly hospital-based services. Contact our Healthy Aging BH Liaison at 401.437.4894. Learn more about BH Link
