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WHAT S INSIDE WHAT S INSIDE IN THE EDUCATION 98 BEGINNING New Parents 22 OUTDOOR FUN Child Care 26 Conservation 117 Child Growth and Development 27 Beaches 123 Adolescence 36 Camping 123 FAMILY SERVICES Adoption 37 Foster Care 38 New Senior Section 58 128 Aquariums and Zoos 132 EMERGENCY Farms 135 INFO 4 Parks Playgrounds SAFETY 10 42 ACTIVITIES Addiction 54 On the Bay 143 Seniors 58 Sports 149 Fun Stuff 155 COUPONS HEALTH CARE 179 ENTERTAINMENT Immunizations 74 Birthday Parties 173 Hospitals 85 Arcades Bowling and MORE FUN 177 Wellness Nutrition 90 SHOPPING Pregnancy and Women s Health 94 184 Guidance and Support REGISTER TO To register to vote you have a few options 1 You can register to vote online at the portal of the Secretary of State you will need a RI driver s license or state ID number to do so Or 2 You can download the pdf available tin English and Spanish on the Secretary of State s website and mail it to your local PAGE 2 board of canvassers You do not need a license or state ID number for mailed in registrations OR 3 You can register at the Department of Motor Vehicles http sos ri gov divisions Elections Voters voter registration Here you can also find information on your elected officials your polling place and more

WELCOME Helping to better the lives of others is the greatest of all achievements What Matters What is most important to teach our children To feel good about themselves To do their best To behave To be honest Be brave Have integrity Gratitude When we teach our kids to do good and to help others we actually foster all of those other wonderful virtues as well Looking thinking and acting beyond our own needs enables us to see the world differently puts our problems in perspective and makes us more connected with those around us Everyone matters Imagine it s a child s first day of school The child is sitting in a new classroom doesn t see any familiar faces and feels alone and intimidated Scanning the kids in the class only makes it worse some are wearing much nicer clothes others are giggling with their pals Are they laughing at me Everything the child sees is making his her isolation feel worse because the child s mindset is I don t belong When a child is taught to look beyond past his her needs they will see things differently A child with a helping perspective always belongs because caring and helping are the glue that unites us all With a caring mindset the child will see that other kids are alone as well and feeling just as uncomfortable What a wonderful opportunity to reach out and make a difference We all know that life has its ups and downs And thankfully so The downs enable us to appreciate the ups and the ups fill us with gratitude and motivation to get through the downs with compassion and new found knowledge to share We may never know the full effect of our being kind and helping others but we know for sure that it matters Alan Shawn Feinstein As Alan Shawn Feinstein said Helping to better the lives of others is the greatest of all achievements This edition of the Family Guide is dedicated to Mr Feinstein who through his Feinstein Leadership Schools and his Jr Scholar program has inspired the commitment of 250 000 students to do good deeds Think of how many people these students have positively impacted and the ripple effect of those they influenced paying it forward and forward That is how you make the world a better place Thank you Mr Feinstein I d also like to thank the people services and organizations that work every day to help our kids and help our families If you need help please reach out to them And if you re able to help let s join together and really matter PAGE 3

Do you need the Emergency Room or Express Care THE ER H ow do you know whether an illness or injury needs a trip to a hospital s Emergency Room or can be treated at Express Care Here are some basic guidelines that can help you get the medical attention you need Go to the Emergency Room if you are experiencing Sudden loss of sight or blurred vision This could indicate a stroke and you need to seek immediate care at an emergency room preferably one designated as a Primary Stroke Center Loss of consciousness If a child has a fever higher than 102 2 that does not respond to medication within one hour Many times you don t need an expensive trip to the emergency room When should you go to an Express Care Center Broken bones when the bone is not visible or sprains Chest pain If you are experiencing symptoms of a heart attack call 9 1 1 or go to the nearest Emergency Room Difficulty breathing If you ve experienced any kind of trauma or are having a severe asthma attack and are having difficulty breathing the best place for you is the ER Severe bleeding Uncontrollable bleeding or bleeding from a head wound should be treated at an emergency room Animal and insect bites Colds coughs sore throat flu symptoms Minor allergic reactions When you are feeling ill and your primary physician is not available Minor cuts that may require stitches Of course if you re not certain where you should go simply call ahead to the closest Express Care to let them know what the problem is and they can give you guidance South County Hospital 100 Kenyon Ave Wakefield 401 782 8000 www southcountyhealth org Get in Get out Get well www southcountyhealth org EAST GREENWICH 3461 South County Trail Rt 2 401 471 6740 Dr Robert Gianfrocco PAGE 4 WESTERLY 268 Post Road Rt 1 near Walmart 401 604 2500

EMERGENCY NUMBERS EMERGENCIES amBulanCe POlICe FIRe or any emeRGenCy dIal 911 TIP Teach young children to dial 911 or 0 in an emergency CPR A SKILL FOR LIFE Once the operator identifies that the caller is a child in distress the call will be traced and emergency vehicles will be automatically dispatched Do you know what to do if a family member or co worker collapses or if someone chokes and needs help The new American Heart Association guidelines for Hands Only CPR cardio pulmonary resuscitation provides easily remembered skills so that you can feel confident helping a family member friend or even a stranger who needs assistance To take a CPR class call Women Infants Health education department at 401 276 7800 or call the RI Red Cross at 401 831 7700 Be prepared Learn CPR Call 911 24 Hour Pharmacies CVS Coventry 763 Tiogue Ave 821 2060 Cranston 681 Reservoir Ave 943 7186 e Prov 640 Warren Ave 438 2272 Johnston 1400 Hartford Ave 861 0310 middletown 99 East Main Rd 847 0254 n Prov 1919 Min Spring Ave 353 2501 n Smithfield 120 Eddy Dowling Hwy 762 3172 Pawtucket 835 Newport Ave 726 0724 Wakefield 11 Main St 783 3384 Warwick 2400 Warwick Ave 737 2305 767 Warwick Ave 467 7788 Westerly 150 Granite St 348 2070 WalGReenS e Prov 655 Warren Ave 434 5700 Pawtucket 100 Broad St 724 6724 Providence 533 Elmwood Ave 781 7930 Woonsocket 45 Cumberland St 765 5040 Push hard and fast in the center of the chest from the American Heart Association PAGE 5

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CHOKING See previous page ImPORTanT These instructions are meant as guidelines We strongly recommend taking an Infant Child CPR course for specific accurate instruction locations include l american l Women Red Cross redcross org ri 831 7700 or 1 800 842 1122 Pet CPR too Infants Hospital Providence 276 7800 e Greenwich 276 7800 PAGE 7

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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS A n emergency can happen at any time It is important to make sure that you and your family are prepared To get started remember these 3 easy steps make a Kit make a Plan and Stay Informed Make a Kit Some basics to include Food and water for each person and pet to last at least 3 days Include one gallon of water per person per day Non perishable foods ready to eat canned foods peanut butter fruits vegetables and crackers Battery operated AM FM radio flashlights and extra batteries Car chargers for cell phones and chargers for laptops Children s games Several day supply of prescription medications Eyeglasses dentures hearing aids with extra batteries Lists of medical conditions prescriptions and allergies of each family member Copies of important documents such as birth certificates insurance policies health insurance cards and passports in a waterproof container Photos of family members and pets in case they get lost Cash in case of a power outage and ATMs aren t working Small tools like a manual can opener and a wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Formula bottles diapers wipes blankets and toys if you have babies Pet supplies such as tags leash medications crates and litter EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS Make a Plan Choose a meeting place near your home and another meeting place outside of your neighborhood in case your family is not together when an emergency happens Sit down together a make a family communication plan To learn more visit www ready gov make a plan Know evacuation routes and possible shelters in your area Have a plan for any pets as most disaster relief shelters do not allow pets Contact life support system suppliers for things like oxygen tanks respirators and ventilators to learn how they can provide support before a power outage To alert local emergency responders about a family member s special health care needs before an emergency consider using the Rhode Island Special Needs Emergency Registry For more information visit www health ri gov emregistry Consider different scenarios in an emergency and role play what you would do in each case For ways to help children get involved in preparedness planning visit www cdc gov phpr readywrigley and www ready gov kids for fun tools and tips Stay Informed During an emergency stay tuned to radio television and social media for alerts and information Follow advice from local and state officials Heed Wireless Emergency Alerts which are automatic texts sent to you in an emergency no sign up required Learn more at www ready gov alerts PAGE 9

HOME SAFETY HOME SAFETY POISOnInG danGeRS In yOuR HOme l l l l l cleaning products nail polish make up perfume glue batteries mothballs mouthwash vitamins Limit medications Don t keep lethal doses on hand A pharmacist can advise you on safe quantities Consider locking up medications Dispose of any medications you no longer need WayS CHIldRen aRe exPOSed TO POISOnS l l l l eating or drinking through the skin breathing in toxic fumes through the eyes HOW Can yOu KeeP yOuR CHIldRen SaFe l Keep cosmetics out of reach l Install child proof locks l Do not allow your children to take any medications or vitamins themselves l Never use strong chemicals in an enclosed area l Keep chemicals capped and out of reach l Ask your pharmacist for child resistant caps for all medicines If you suspect poisoning call the Regional Center for Poison Control and Prevention 1 800 222 1222 Call for a free poison center hotline sticker nOTe dO nOT uSe SyRuP OF IPeCaC The American Academy of Pediatrics PAGE 10 Call 911 if child has stopped breathing or lost consciousness WHaT TO dO In THe eVenT OF aCCIdenTal POISOnInG l Find out what substance has caused the poisoning l Call 911 if your child can t breathe l Follow the first aid instructions on the label l If the substance has gotten into the eyes flush with a gentle stream of water for 15 minutes l Rinse with water if a toxic substance gets on the skin l In the case of inhaling poison take the child out into fresh air always seek medical attention when you believe your child has been exposed to dangerous chemicals or substances FOR mORe InFORmaTIOn lThe national Capital Poison Center www poison org lamerican academy of Pediatrics www aap org advocacy releases poisonpreventiontips htm lnational Center for Injury Prevention and Control cdc gov homeandrecreationalsafety poisoning preventiontips htm lRegional Center for Poison Control and Prevention www maripoisoncenter com Information provided by Prevent Child Abuse Rhode Island 401 728 7920 www preventchildabuse ri org

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Radon RADON Y ou can t see it You can t smell it or taste it But it may be a problem in your home In RI over 23 of the homes tested revealed radon levels above the US Environmental Protection Agency s EPA action level of 4 0pCi l Radon is estimated to cause many thousands of deaths each year That s because when you breathe air containing radon you increase your chance of developing lung cancer In fact the Surgeon General has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the US today Only smoking causes more lung cancer deaths If you smoke and are exposed to elevated levels of radon your risk of developing lung cancer can increase substantially HOW DOES RADON GET INTO YOUR HOME Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural decay of uranium found in most soil It typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home It can get through cracks in solid floors or walls construction joints gaps in suspended floors around service pipes space inside walls and even the water supply Radon gets trapped in your home and can build up to unsafe levels PAGE 12 HOW TO TELL IF YOU HAVE RADON You can t see radon but it s not hard to test if you have a radon problem in your home Testing is easy taking a few minutes of your time to set up and collect the test kit Most tests require the test kit to be exposed over a two day period There are many kinds of low cost do it yourself radon test kits you can get through the mail or in hardware stores and other retail outlets Make sure you buy a test kit that has passed EPA s testing program or is state certified You can also hire a trained state certified consultant to do the testing for you Please call the RI Department of Health s radon program for a list of these consultants l For more information on radon call the Health Information line at 1 401 222 5960 Online Resources of Health RI department www health ri gov healthrisks poisoning radon uS environmental Protection agency www epa gov iaq radon lung association american www lungusa org

Fire Safety FIRE HOME FIRE PREPAREDNESS CAMPAIGN Reducing fire injury and deaths one home at a time FREE SMOKE ALARMS At no cost to you we would like to share some simple steps you can take at home that will help you protect your family against fire In addition the Red Cross will install FREE smoke alarms within your home Visits generally last 20 minutes and can be scheduled at your convenience During your home visit you will receive Installed smoke alarms if needed Guidance in the development of a Family Disaster Plan Valuable emergency preparedness tips and information All demonstration and installation services are performed by Red Cross trained volunteers and or licensed insured professionals Register at www redcross org ri schedule a visit or call 1 877 287 3327 and choose option 1 to schedule your visit If a fire starts in your home get out to safety then dial 911 Did you know aRmed FORCeS emeRGenCy SeRVICeS AFES The American Red Cross of Rhode Island is connected to every military base in the world and every ship at sea The Red Cross is the only communication link between a soldier stationed abroad and his her family in Rhode Island In the event of a birth illness or death the American Red Cross makes arrangements to bring local soldiers home Call 1 877 272 7337 for more information PAGE 13

CAR SAFETY CAR SAFETY C ar crashes continue to be the leading cause of death for children four years and older Furthermore for every pediatric fatality approximately 18 children are hospitalized and 400 children receive medical treatment for injuries sustained in a car crash Therefore it is important that all adults who drive with children in the car are informed of the current child safety seat rules INFANTS TO AGE 2 Ride rear facing in the backseat until 2 years old or until the child reaches the highest height and weight allowed by the car seat manufacturer Use of the LATCH system gives greater security and safety for the young child The rear facing positioning is intended to support the young child s torso neck and head in the event of a crash such that the force of the crash is distributed over the entire body thus lessening the risk of serious injury Most infant seats hold a child up to 20 pounds but many toddler convertible seats hold up to 40 pounds Remember infant seats are designed to protect a child for car travel only and not meant to safely secure atop a shopping cart or rest on a counter top AGE 2 TO PRESCHOOL Ride forward facing in the backseat in a five point harness for as long as possible up to the highest weight or height allowed by their car seat manufacturer Many seats accommodate children up to 65 pounds SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN Ride forward facing in the backseat in a belt positioning booster until the lapshoulder seat belt fits properly usually between 8 12 years old and 57 inches tall A child has outgrown the booster seat when 1 the shoulder seatbelt rests across the chest shoulder and not the neck and face and PAGE 14 SaFeTy BelTS PReGnanT WOmen Pregnant women should wear lap shoulder belts The lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 2 the lap belt is low across the hips and pelvis and not the abdomen and 3 the child is tall enough to sit against the vehicle seatback with knees comfortably bent and without slouching feet touching the floor TEENAGERS While the backseat is always safest teenagers aged 13 and older and taller than 57 inches may sit with the lap shoulder seatbelt in a front seat which is pushed back away from the airbag Studies show that restraint use for children was highest in cars driven by adults who wore a seatbelt themselves It is the law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts for children to be properly restrained for car travel so buckle up for safety yours and theirs It is now illegal for a driver to hold a cell phone or other wireless device while operating a vehicle The use of headphones or other accessories that cover both ears also is not allowed Driving in the car with your kids presents a wonderful opportunity the most amazing conversations happen when adults and children are present in the moment l For more information www healthychildren org Elizabeth B Lange MD FAAP is a pediatrician at Waterman Pediatrics Coastal Medical and a state wide advocate for children s health and family well being She may be contacted at 401 421 6481

THE FIVE STEP TEST 2 3 4 5 Car Seat Tips A certification label shows the safety seat meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Do not use household carriers or feeder seats as they will not protect your baby in a crash Do not use any seat more than 6 years old Does the child sit all the way back against Do not use any seat that the vehicle seat has been in a crash Do the child s knees bend comfortably at Never place anything the edge of the vehicle seat under the baby in the seat Does the shoulder belt fall between the neck Blankets should be placed on and arm the baby after the baby is Is the lap belt as low as possible touching secured in the seat the thighs Set an example by using Can the child stay seated like this for the your safety belt on every ride whole trip Did you know most children need a booster seat from about age 4 to at least age 8 If your child is not riding in a booster try this 5 Step Test 1 CAR SAFETY If you answered nO to any of these questions your child needs a booster seat to ride safely in the car BOOSTER SEATS MUST BE USED WITH A LAP AND SHOULDER SEAT BELT RECALLS 1 800 424 9393 Check to see if your seat is on a recall list because of any defects by calling the Auto Children should be kept riding rear facing as Safety Hotline Follow long as possible some seat designs allow up to instructions for repair or 35 lbs rear facing replacement Did you recently buy a used car seat To find one of RI s car seat fitting stations call the RI Department of Transportation Office Call 800 424 9393 and make sure it s safe or ask your local on Highway Safety RIDOT at 222 3024 police department to Question about child restraint recalls check it out Call the Auto Safety Hotline 1 888 DASH 2 DOT Information provided by Rhode Island SaFeKIdS Contact us at 401 444 2208 on facebook at facebook com safekidsri the national SaFeKIdS website www safekids org and the department of Transportation Office on Highway Safety Contact us at 401 222 3024 or online at www dot state ri us as well as www nhtsa gov PRIMARY SEAT BELT LAW Rhode Island has a standard or primary seat belt law that went into effect on June 30 2011 Previously Rhode Island had a secondary law which only allowed law enforcement officers to cite motorists for not buckling up if they had been pulled over for another reason UNRESTRAINED PENALTY 75 PAGE 15

Fatal Teen Crashes CAR SAFETY O Fatal teen crash rates show drinking and driving speeding and distraction are among top killers on the road during summer ver the past five years nearly 3 500 people have been killed in crashes involving teen drivers during the 100 Deadliest Days the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when the number of crash fatalities involving a teen driver historically rise New crash data from 2013 2017 reveals major factors contributing to fatal teen crashes during the summer driving period include Speeding 28 percent Drinking and driving 17 percent Distraction 9 percent Crash data shows that teens are a vulnerable driver group with a higher probability of being involved in crashes said Lloyd Albert Senior Vice President of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Northeast And while teens may make mistakes when first learning to drive it is important to continue educating them about safety behind the wheel so they avoid the reckless behaviors that put themselves and others at risk on the road AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety research found that nearly two thirds of people injured or killed in a crash involving a teen driver are people other than the teen behind the wheel Crashes for teen drivers increase significantly during the summer because teens are out of school and driving more Over the past five years during the 100 Deadliest Days Reckless behavior like drinking and driving speeding and distraction are contributing to the alarming number of crash deaths involving teen drivers each summer PAGE 16 Speeding Speeding significantly increases the severity of a crash and is a growing problem among teen drivers In the AAA Foundation s latest Traffic Safety Culture Index half 49 7 percent of teen drivers reported speeding on a residential street in the past 30 days and nearly 40 percent say they sped on the freeway Drinking and Driving Despite the fact that teens cannot legally consume alcohol one in six teen drivers involved in fatal crashes during the summer tested positive f or alcohol Distraction Underreported Problem More than half of teen drivers 52 percent in the AAA Foundation s latest Traffic Safety Culture Index report reading a text message or email while driving in the past 30 days and nearly 40 percent report sending a text or email It is difficult for law enforcement to detect distraction following a crash which has made distracted driving one of the most underreported traffic safety issues Additional AAA Foundation research using in vehicle dash cam videos of teen driver crashes found distraction was involved in 58 percent of teen crashes approximately four times as many as federal estimates

CAR SAFETY To keep roads safer this summer aaa encourages parents to Talk with teens early and often about abstaining from dangerous behavior behind the wheel such as speeding impairment and distracted driving Teach by example and minimize risky behavior when driving Make a parent teen driving agreement that sets family rules for teen drivers Crash data shows that teens are a vulnerable driver group with a higher probability of being involved in crashes TeenDriving AAA com has a variety of tools to help prepare parents and teens for the dangerous summer driving season The online AAA StartSmart program also offers great resources for parents on how to become effective in car coaches as well as advice on how to manage their teen s overall driving privileges Teens preparing for the responsibility of driving should enroll in a driver education program that teaches how to avoid driver distraction and other safety skills AAA Northeast PAGE 17

BIKE SAFETY BIKE SAFETY l Gear From your friends at Bike Newport Make sure that your child s bike fits properly New riders should be able to put both feet on the ground when stopped Arms should be able to bend when pedaling and legs should be able to comfortably extend Cyclists of all ages should wear a helmet Youth up to 15 years old are required to wear one by law but it s a great idea for parents as well be a role model for your child Ensure your child s helmet fits properly it should rest slightly above the forehead with straps coming together just under the ears and clasping firmly under the chin Riding at night Get lights A white light is required on the front of the bike and a red reflector is required on the rear Side reflectors usually found mounted in the spokes are also required by state law Brightly colored and reflective clothing is always a good idea l Young Children New Riders Is your child just learning Consider getting a balance bike or taking the pedals off her his bike If the seat is low enough your child can learn to balance on two wheels by scooting along with their feet Pedaling can come later Practice practice practice on quieter side streets and protected spaces before taking children on busier roads Children riding on sidewalks should always give way to pedestrians and make an audible signal voice or bell when passing l Older Children Some cities and towns have ordnances that limit sidewalk riding for children 13 and older Check with your local municipality or police department for details l On Road Cycling Children s spatial and visual awareness can be at various stages of development It s common even for older children to think If I see the car then the car sees me Tell them If I make eye contact with the driver then the driver sees me PAGE 18 When riding in the road follow the same rules as other vehicles On the road the same rules apply to cars and bicycles This can take longer for children to learn as most do not drive Obey all traffic signs and signals and be sure to ride with the direction of traffic on all streets Be especially careful at intersections Watch for turning vehicles and use the appropriate lane for both turns and going straight l Before You Go Perform an ABC Quick Check with your child before each ride A check the air in the tires B check each brake separately C check the chain and gears Bonus points for D Lift the bike up and gently drop it onto it s tires to see if anything is loose Learn some basic mechanics teach your kids and ride with a few basic tools Knowing how to change a flat tire adjust brakes and put a chain back on can save your day l Where to Ride Consider taking a trip to one of Rhode Island s many bike paths Our state network has over 60 miles of riding Mountain biking In Rhode Island Consider getting in touch with the RI Chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association They have regular group rides for all abilities and organize several Fun Ride events throughout the year It s a great way to avoid traffic and have fun in the woods See page 136 for info on Rhode Island s bike paths Have fun Biking is a great way for families to spend time together actively and in the outdoors l Bike Newport is making biking better in Newport and our surrounding communities Through Education Advocacy and working with Riders we re getting people out of cars and into the saddle for fun and well being

Concussions What Every Parent Needs to Know by the Brain Injury Association of RI As parents safety is something that is always on our mind We do our best to protect our kids giving safety instructions repeatedly putting helmets on heads donning shin guards gloves and other protective gear all in an attempt to safeguard them from harm Even then kids inevitably find their way to accidents revealed by bumps scrapes and bruises But what about some of the hidden injuries that may go undetected by parents We re specifically talking about injuries that may happen to the brain that don t readily appear like concussions The CDC defines concussion as a type of traumatic brain injury or TBI caused by a bump blow or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth This sudden movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes stretching and damaging brain cells CONCUSSIONS In reality the majority of concussions do not result in a loss of consciousness Coaches are trained to look for concussion symptoms in sports and when in doubt sit them out A challenge some parents may have in this arena can be a simple lack of knowledge Many believe a concussion is when someone is knocked out In reality the majority of concussions do not result in a loss of consciousness Therefore a concussion may easily go undetected due to a child not reporting a blow or fall no outward visible signs and or the symptoms go unrecognized by an adult Undetected concussions can lead to more serious long lasting consequences Do you know what signs to look for if your child has received a possible concussion Some Common Concussion Signs Symptoms Appears dazed stunned confused Moves clumsily Forgets can t recall events Behavioral or personality changes Complains of headache nausea Sensitivity to light or noise Dizziness or blurred vision Doesn t feel right For a comprehensive list visit www cdc gov headsup youthsports parents If you need additional resources and or support contact the Brain Injury Association of Rhode Island BIARI at 401 228 3319 or visit biari org PAGE 19

SENIOR SAFETY Brain Safety and Senior Living by Julia DeGiovanni B rain injury changes the way people of all ages go about their daily lives Though there is never really a good time to acquire a brain injury when one acquires such an injury later in life it is much harder to recover That is why prevention resources and ultimately proper treatment are essential The CDC Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines a Traumatic Brain Injury TBI as a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a bump blow or jolt to the head or penetrating head injury Every year 10 000 older adults 65 years and older die from a brain injury while 55 000 are hospitalized and 800 000 visit the Emergency Department Individuals aged 75 years and older have the highest rates of TBI hospitalization and death 261 0 per 100 000 and 50 0 per 100 000 respectively The most common Senior related TBI is from falls These falls can be from environmental factors i e unsafe railings lighting and slippery surfaces medications i e sedatives antidepressant and over the counter medications physical factors i e poor vision dizziness balance problems and decline in bone muscle strength and lifestyle factors i e alcohol drugs and sports activities However to prevent falls there are 8 important strategies Strategy 1 Make you home safe Approximately half of falls happen within the home It is vital to remove home hazards such slippery rugs Arrange electrical cords so they are against walls and under furniture Arrange furniture as not to block walk ways Strategy 2 Make activities safe recreational Wear proper gear such as helmets when riding bikes Be aware of different surfaces such as sand or mulch Use a cane or properly fitted walker when walking on inconsistent surfaces PAGE 20 Approximately half of falls happen within the home Strategy 3 Participate in regular exercise Regular exercise is the most effective way to maintain agility and strength for older adults Consult your doctor before beginning an exercise regime Strategy 4 Review your medications with your doctor or pharmacist As a person ages their body chemistry can change Review you medications with your health care professional and be aware of side effects such as drowsiness or light headedness Have your vision checked by a vision professional Strategy 5 Non diagnosed eye conditions or noncurrant corrective lenses could dramatically impact safety Strategy 6 sumption Limit alcohol con Alcohol affects people differently and even a limited amount can impair one s judgement coordination and reaction time Strategy 7 Talk to your doctor As with most of these other strategies it is important to maintain a healthy open relationship with your doctor He or she is there to help you as medical concerns arise Strategy 8 alone Be prepared if you live There are numerous emergency response services that are both affordable and discreet In case of accident an emergency service is vital to your safety and care The goal is to be proactive instead of having to be reactive With these eight simple strategies seniors can continue to live out their best lives l

WATER SAFETY Living in the Ocean State means taking advantage of the hundreds of miles of coastline for which Rhode Island is famous Whether you re spending a day at the beach or just splashing around the backyard pool water safety is a top priority l Learn to swim This is the most important thing you can do for your family The Red Cross YMCA JCC Boys Girls Clubs Pods and numerous camps and other organizations offer swim instruction for every age and level of ability Make water safety instruction a top priority Swim where there s a lifeguard on duty l An emergency can occur in seconds Having someone nearby who is trained to handle emergency situations is critical especially with small children Keep young children under the constant supervision of a parent or responsible adult l Floaties or inner tubes cannot take the place of a set of adult eyes Make sure your childcare provider understands the importance of never leaving children alone even for a second l Wear sunscreen Too much sun causes skin cancer and premature aging Choose sunscreen with an SPF sun protection factor of at least 15 and make sure it protects against UVB and UVA rays Limit sun exposure especially for young children from 10am 2pm WATER SAFETY l Watch weather forecasts and don t swim during an electrical storm If you see a storm fog or high winds get out of the water Water conducts electricity making the pool or ocean dangerous during a storm Approaching storms can also cause heavy surf stay out of the water Don t dive or jump into shallow water l Every year about 1 000 disabling neck and back injuries occur as the result of unsafe water activities Learn proper diving and jumping techniques and don t dive into water that is less than 9 ft deep Wear a life jacket when boating That applies to everyone l no matter how good a swimmer It is too difficult to put on a life jacket once you re in the water Also make sure your life jacket has the Coast Guard Stamp of Approval Boating includes all water sports kayaking canoeing SUP water skiing etc lKnow your limits Be aware of the too s too tired too cold too far from shore too much sun too much strenuous activity Don t let peer pressure influence your decisions know your limits Never mix alcohol and water activities l l Be prepared Parents grandparents and babysitters anyone supervising children near water should know CPR and First Aid In an emergency knowing what to do can mean the difference between life and death l PAGE 21

NEW PARENTS IN THE B EG I N N I N G HELP FOR NEW PARENTS S UPPORT F OR M OMS D ADS Bellani Maternity 822 9900 www bellanimaternity com 1276 Bald Hill Rd Warwick Child Family 849 2300 www childandfamilyri org 31 John Clarke Road Middletown Offers an array of support programs and services for mothers and fathers through our Family Care Coordinating Partnership FCCP Children s Friend 276 4300 www cfsri org 153 Summer Street Prov English Spanish support groups for parents Comprehensive Community Action 467 9610 311 Doric Ave Cranston comcap org Numerous programs and services to support new parents and families Lifespan Health Connection 444 4800 1 800 927 1230 Parenting Matters annual conference in the Spring Call for info on workshops being offered this year www lifespan org centersservices lifespan health connection PAGE 22 Moms Clubs www momsclub org Support group for moms who stay at home part time or full time with their children Activities for children moms and families as well as organized play groups Montessori Mommies 273 5151 Angel Care Montessori 150 Waterman St Prov angelcaremontessori com This class with or without your little one will demystify Montessori learn about the absorbent mind and sensory education and bring Montessori principles into home practice in beautiful loving ways Mothers of Twins Club or Multiples Check out Meetup com and search under Rhode Island Groups New Moms Club and breastfeeding support group 792 2229 788 1225 South County Hospital 100 Kenyon Ave Wakefield the Medical Wellness Center 3461 South County Trail East Greenwich and Medical Wellness Center at 268 Post Road Westerly Gather with other new mothers and an experienced OB nurse to share insights and discover more about your newborn in a casual and social group setting Go to the calendar at www southcountyhealth org for full listings see ad page 95 Parent Support Network of RI 467 6855 www psnri org Fatherhood Initiative meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5 30 7 30pm at PSN located at 535 Centerville Rd Suite 202 Warwick Our Father leader is Rob Reynolds he can be reached at 401 406 0326

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Safe Sleep and Your Baby NEW PARENTS E ach year in the United States about 3 500 babies die during sleep because of unsafe sleep environments Some of these deaths are caused by suffocation entrapment or strangulation Some infants die of sudden infant death syndrome SIDS the sudden unexplained death of a baby younger than one year of age that does not have a known cause even after a complete investigation According to the American Academy of Pediatrics AAP there are ways for parents to create a safe sleep environment for their babies l Place babies on their backs every time for naps and at night time l Place your baby to sleep on a firm sleep surface Use a crib bassinet portable crib or play yard that meets current safety standards with a firm mattress that fits snugly and is covered only by a tight fitting crib sheet PAGE 24 l Remove all soft objects and loose bedding from your baby s crib including bumpers and stuffed animals l Place your baby to sleep in the same room where you sleep but not the same bed for the first 6 months to a year l Breastfeed your baby often and for as long as you can l Schedule and attend all wellbaby visits The immunizations your baby receives may have a protective effect against SIDS l Avoid smoking around your baby and keep your baby away from places where people smoke l Do not dress your baby too warmly Place your baby in a wearable blanket to keep warm for sleep Keep the room comfortable at 68 to 72 degrees F l Offer your baby a pacifier at nap time and bedtime If you are breastfeeding wait until breastfeeding is going well 3 4 weeks before offering a pacifier Provided by Women Infants womenandinfants org

Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program HEARING SCREENING The earlier we find and treat hearing loss in babies the better Remember 1 3 6 All babies should get screened for hearing loss by one month of age Babies who do not pass the screening should get diagnostic tests by three months Babies diagnosed with hearing loss should get Early Intervention services by six months The Rhode Island Hearing Assessment Program RIHAP helps your baby get these services RIHAP can also provide Support from other parents Resources for families of children with hearing loss Phone numbers for doctors trained to test your baby s hearing Answers to questions about hearing tests and screens Information about hearing milestones Other support services Call RIHAP at 401 277 3700 or visit www health ri gov newbornscreening hearing to learn more RI New Mom s Connection www rinewmoms com info rinewmoms com Also prenatal group Rhode Island Parent Information Network RIPIN 270 0101 www ripin org Offers parenting support services for children with special needs see ad page 32 Shalom Baby 421 4111 x141 www jewishallianceri org jewishlife Have you or someone you know recently experienced the birth or adoption of a child Shalom Baby helps young families network with one another and connect to the Jewish community For more information contact Lyndsey Ursillo at 401 421 4111 ext 141 Women Infants www womenandinfants org Parenting Newsletter Free weekly e newsletter for new and expectant parents Text your hospital code WIRI to 617 580 3050 l You will receive a text message back with a link to an online sign up form You may also sign up by going to womenandinfants org under Having a Baby Preparing for Your Stay l Infant Behavior Cry and Sleep Clinic 274 1122 x48935 One of a kind clinical services for infants with crying colic sleep and behavior concerns The Warm Line 1 800 711 7011 Provides new parents with a toll free telephone support system This popular service staffed by professional nurses and lactation consultants offers helpful information regarding your new baby breastfeeding and postpartum issues The Warm Line also offers breastfeeding tips The Warm Line is available Monday through Friday from 9 a m to 9 p m and weekends from 9 a m to 5 p m New Moms Group 276 7800 Please join us to meet other new moms make friends and share new experiences as parents Meets every Wednesday from 10 am to noon 300 Richmond Street Providence RI l l Free parking available across street PAGE 25

NEW PARENTS Want to meet other new moms or dads or single parents in your area Go to www meetup com and search new parent s groups in your town or you can be more specific such as parent of girls or boys or twins or special needs or Woonsocket Head Start 769 1850 www whscda org Program aims to help parents become significant role models in the lives of their children and more CHILD CARE Finding it paying for it training and more BrightStars 855 398 7605 www earlyeducationmatters org 535 Centerville Rd Warwick BrightStars assists families in finding quality child care education and afterschool programs BrightStars also evaluates the quality of these programs using star ratings Children s Friend 276 4300 www cfsri org RI s child development education training system Provides training consultation to early care school age child care and education providers statewide through workshops that fulfill state professional development requirements conferences a professional library containing over 3 700 books videos prop boxes educational toys and program resources traveling satellite lending library sponsors the Child Adult Care Food Program for licensed family child care providers DCYF Daycare Licensing 528 3624 Licensing family home daycares and daycare centers and information on finding qualified care near you Child Support Services www cse ri gov 77 Dorrance St Prov Establishes paternity child and medical support and enforces those orders PAGE 26

CHILD CARE Rhode ISland ChIld CaRe SubSIdy P RogRamS NACCRRAWARE NACCRRA Military Fee Assistance Program NACCRRA is the National Association of Child Care Resources and Referral Agencies NACCRRA is working with the U S Military Services to help families offset the cost of child care in their communities Please contact one of the referral specialists at BrightStars at 1 855 3987605 Also visit NACCRRA at naccrra org militaryprograms army to sign up for the subsidy program through NACCRRA 4 H 4 H is the largest out of school youth program in the U S with over 7 million members and 500 000 teen and adult volunteers The National 4 H Headquarters has worked in partnership with U S Army Child and Youth Services CYS Air Force Family Member Programs FMP CHILD GROWTH DEVELOPMENT See also Guidance Support Brown Center for Children and Families 274 1122 ext 48935 ext 48936 http www womenandinfants org services child and familydevelopment index cfm 50 Holden St 1st floor Providence Brown Center for Children and Families provides behavioral health services across developmental stages of the family through integrated care across psychology psychiatry andclinical social work The Center offers individual adult services to support women during the perinatal and postpartum periods through outpatient behavioral health services Early childhood and Navy to extend 4 H to U S military families worldwide www 4 hmilitarypartnerships org Department of Human Services DHS DHS provides child care subsidy programs for low income families as well as military families Please contact us at 1 855 MY RIDHS 1 855697 4347 to see if your family is eligible www dhs ri gov Diocese of Providence The Diocese of Providence also provides a child care subsidy program the Cabrini Fund Scholarship Please contact the Diocese of Providence at 401 421 7833 to see if your family is eligible Ask your child care provider if they have any special offers provide a sliding scale program or have scholarships available services focus both on diagnostic evaluations and child and family therapy as well as the behavioral and emotional needs of infants COZ Parents As Teachers Bristol Warren 245 1460 x8076 50 Asylum Rd Warren Provides practical and effective help for families with children from birth to three years of age Through monthly home visits by certified parent educators trained in child development parents are provided with information on what to look for and expect as the child grows and develops group meetings with other parents to gain new insights share experiences and discuss topics of interest periodic review of the child s development through standardized screenings playgroups story hours and special events see page 98 for more COZ programs PAGE 27

CHILD GROWTH DEVELOPMENT Kindness K indness needs to be part of our family culture and it begins by modeling the concept to our children at an early age and continuing throughout our life span Believe it or not kindness is observed by children at an early age Children see acts of kindness in their homes childcare programs and their environment At a very young age they are hearing adult conversations and they are noticing the actions taken toward others Young children might not understand the words adults use but can pick up the emotion behind words and actions They sense when adults PAGE 28 Young children sense when adults in their lives are not kind to each other and often do not know how to process these feelings in their lives are not kind to each other and often do not know how to process these feelings Adults should model kindness every day It is so important to teach kindness despite our differences everyone should be kind to one another Take just a few moments to notice the wonderful world we live in There is so much more we all have in common By bringing children s attention to being kind to each other despite our differences we will create a kinder world Different cultures approach situations in many different ways Respect and accept the uniqueness of others Every child can be taught to notice the words they speak and use words that are friendly generous and considerate Conversations in the car are a great opportunity to discuss kindness I love car conversations there are less distractions and are the best opportunity for meaningful discussions I d suggest asking your child for help empower your child to think through the situation and help you come up with a solution Make up or discuss a situation you witnessed where someone was not kind to another person Ask your child what could have been done instead Listen to their words be kind about the ideas they suggest and work out an appropriate solution together For teachers reinforce kindness during circle time Bring in a teddy bear and ask the children to be kind to the bear First show them how you

CHILD CARE Continued would be kind to the bear to model kindness Pass the teddy bear around the circle to watch their actions and positively reinforce the children s acts of kindness If any children are hesitant it may be because of the child s feelings that day or they simply don t understand the concept In those instances give the child a choice such as would you like to hug the teddy bear or tell him how you like his brown ears Most times a child will choose one of your options and the act of kindness begins to be a part of a child s life Today it is important to teach children and youth the impact of unkind words that their friends might use when they are together Take time to teach them unkind words do hurt Positively reinforce for them not to join into friends unkind actions and gestures Let them know most times other youth in the group will notice when one person is not going along with their peers and this can change behavior Each and every person matters no matter who they might be and they deserve to be treated with kindness We all have a part to make this world a kinder place to reside in and it can be accomplished by each of us being aware of our actions and modelling kindness to our children l Dr Day Care is Mary Ann Shallcross Smith Ed D CEO President of Child Care Consultants Facilities Management Dr Day Care Learning Center Kids Klub and Therapeutic Child Care Services Dr Day Care can be reached anytime by calling 401 723 2277 x 222 or by e mail at drdaycare drdaycare com NANNY AND AU PAIR SERVICES AuPair Care 1 800 428 7247 www aupaircare com AuPair in America 1 800 928 7247 aupairinamerica com Cass and Co 1 888 453 2277 casscompany com Cultural Care AuPair 1 800 333 6056 www culturalcare com Go AuPair 888 287 2471 goaupair com Babysitting Classes The American Red Cross Babysitter s Training Course 831 7700 or 1 800 842 1122 www redcross org For children 11 15 years old Lifespan Community Health Services 444 8009 Sponsored by Hasbro Children s Hospital Safe Sitter advocates for safe childcare good parenting skills and responsible adolescents Women Infants Babysitting Camp 276 7800 Our Babysitting Academy is designed to teach girls and boys age 11 and older to become responsible babysitters This course includes babysitting responsibilities child growth and development child care accident prevention and safety CPR and First Aid training activities for children and positive discipline techniques PAGE 29

CHILD GROWTH DEVELOPMENT SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD S DEVELOPMENT As a parent or caregiver you already have what it takes to help your young child learn and grow Learn more at cdc gov MilestoneTracker has some great tools to help make tracking his or her developmental milestones both fun and easy If you question whether your child is meeting his or her milestones talk with your child s doctor or contact your local Early Intervention program Learn the Signs Act Early Learn the Signs Act Early materials are free parent friendly tools created by the Center for Disease Control CDC to help you monitor your child s development up through age 5 Download the free CDC s Milestone Tracker App from the App Store or Google Play today Track your child s milestones from age 2 months to 5 years with easyto use illustrated checklists get tips for encouraging your child s development and nd out what to do if you are ever concerned about how your child is developing PAGE 30 Rhode Island s Early Intervention Program Early Intervention EI is a program designed to help families support the growth and development of their infants and toddlers from birth up to age 3 who are delayed in their development or have a diagnosed condition known to cause developmental delay Continued on page 32

EARLY INTERVENTION Rhode Island Early Intervention Providers for children 0 3 years old Parents Caregivers can call EI Providers directly a referral is not required For a children ages 3 5 years old contact Child Outreach in your school district for a comprehensive developmental screening at ride ri gov childoutreachcontacts or call RI Dept of Education at 401 222 4600 PAGE 31

CHILD GROWTH DEVELOPMENT Continued Early Intervention When you contact Early Intervention they will Listen to your concerns and answer your questions Schedule a visit with you and make a plan to evaluate your child at no cost EI services are paid for through commercial insurance Medicaid and or state and federal funds Provide you with information about your child s development and together will make a plan for next steps Parent and caregivers can contact Early Intervention directly A referral is not necessary l For more information or assistance in choosing an Early Intervention Program contact Rhode Island Parent Information Network at 401 270 0101 Do you have a question about your child s development You can call us Our caring team of specialists can help Looking Upwards Early Intervention No out of pocket cost to families Laying a Foundation for a Lifetime of Growth 401 293 5790 x 310 PAGE 32 Looking Upwards 40 years of experience in helping people develop to their fullest potential www lookingupwards org

Raising Children with Special Needs ASKING FOR HELP Approximately 1 in 5 families in the United States have children with special health or education needs that may limit their activity or make it more difficult for them to interact with the world around them These delays take place in the body or mind and may not be easy to see Parenting a child who has special needs is an amazing responsibility As a primary caregiver you Make sure they get the best possible health and education supports including screening follow up evaluations and treatments Keep your kids safe when they are engaged in activities with others Help your kids navigate life s transitions It s OK to ask for help The challenges you face as caregiver of a child with special needs can feel overwhelming at times Fortunately a strong and compassionate community of peers in Rhode Island is here to offer help and support RIPIN the Rhode Island Parent Information Network provides several services for caregivers of children and adults with special needs RIPIN was founded by parents to support parents and is built around a model of peer professional support in addition to being professionally trained to navigate healthcare and education systems the staff at RIPIN are also caregivers to a loved one with special needs Other parents who have lived experience can provide the empathy emotional support and guidance that caregivers need When families come together to share their experiences they can improve systems of care for all children Resources in the Rhode Island community include Support groups for parents and caregivers Workshops and trainings to help keep you informed Consumer assistance for healthcare and health insurance Early Intervention services for children birth to age 3 Special Education supports for school aged children Disability and special needs advocacy organizations See www RIPIN org for more details or contact the RIPIN call center at 401 270 0101 or callcenter ripin org Take care of your own health first Your child needs you to be strong for the long journey ahead Find and make time for self care and personal interests that will help you be your best self and keep you from being isolated l PAGE 33

CHILD GROWTH DEVELOPMENT Highlander Dunn Institute 831 7323 highlanderinstitute org Rising Sun Mills 166 Valley St Bldg 3L Suite 101 Providence The Dunn Institute supports students through after school summer programming increases community awareness about learning differences serves as a regional resource for information and programs disseminates proven teaching practices assists schools Looking Upwards Early Intervention Services 293 5790 ext 310 2974 East Main Road Portsmouth www lookingupwards org For families concerned about their child s development Looking Upwards Early Intervention services offer support Our caring team creates a partnership with families We bring together expertise from diverse disciplines such as occupational and physical therapists nurs es educators and social workers to provide guidance We coach families assisting them to support their child s development and to lay the foundation for their child s lifetime of growth Services are for children from birth to 3 years of age Looking Upwards has more than 40 years of experience in supporting people of all abilities to live to their fullest potential For an evaluation or more information contact Caroline Souza at 293 5790 ext 310 see ad page below and on page 32 James L Maher Center 846 0340 www mahercenter org 120 Hillside Ave Newport Developing Dreams Early Intervention promotes the growth and development of children birth to three years of age with developmental challenges while providing families with educational social and family training supports We believe that each child is unique in his her learning Children s Services Helping Your Child to Thrive Our caring team of specialists offer expertise in child development behavioral health behavior managment developmental disabilities Home Based Therapeutic Services HBTS Specialized Coaching for Families Personal Assistance Services PASS Family Directed Support Services 401 293 5790 Over 40 years experience supporting optimal development PAGE 34

CHILD GROWTH DEVELOPMENT abilities The program is offered at no cost to eligible families and our qualified staff can assist you with insurance coverage issues Children who are eligible will receive a free Developmental Learning Kit to practice strategies to enhance skills coached by our Early Childhood Educators and therapeutic team Contact Debbie Shears at 401 846 0340 ices that meet the specific needs of each child and family without any out of pocket cost to families see ad page 31 Meeting Street Early Intervention 533 9100 1000 Eddy Street Providence www meetingstreet org Provides comprehensive compassionate care to children and families in their homes in the community and at Meeting Street s state of theart campus For children birth to age 3 Anyone can refer a child to Early Intervention Meeting Street creates individual treatment plans and serv SERVICES THAT GRANT WISHES TO CHILDREN Children s Wishes 921 1300 2346 Post Rd Suite 102 Warwick www cwishesri com Our mission is to grant wishes to Rhode Island children facing lifethreatening medical conditions with an emphasis on personalization treating each eligible child with the care and attention they deserve The Impossible Dream 823 5566 575 Centerville Rd Warwick www impossibledreamplayground org The Impossible Dream makes dreams possible for chronically ill children Some dreams have included trips to theme parks specialized medical equipment or recreational toys meetings with celebrities and lifts for vans The special Impossible Dream playground has fully integrated playground equipment for both physically challenged and ablebodied children The playground is open to the public free of charge and includes a mini golf course picnic area basketball sand boxes a variety of playground toys Playground is open 7 days a week April Oct 10am 3pm Closed holidays and holiday weekends Donations accepted A Wish Come True 781 9199 1010 Warwick Ave Warwick www awish org A Wish Come True is an organization dedicated to granting wishes to children between the ages of 3 18 that have life threatening illnesses Visit us on Facebook www facebook com awishcometrueawct Make A Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island 781 9474 www massri wish org 20 Hemingway Drive E Providence The Make A Wish Foundation grants special wishes to RI and MA children between the ages of 2 1 2 and 18 with a life threatening medical condition PAGE 35

ADOLESCENTS KIDS GETTING OLDER ADOLESCENTS See Support for Children page 39 are a parent or a child care giver you can join the class To inquire about the program or learn more you can call us at 401 214 4967 find us on Facebook at Boys Town New England or find us online at boystownnewengland com csp Alateen 781 0044 Child Family 849 2300 Boys Girls Clubs of RI FAMILY SERVICES www riafg org Support for teens who have friends or family with problems with drugs or alcohol Also see Addictions section In every community kids are left to find their own recreation and companionship on the streets Boys Girls Clubs offer an alternative Boys Girls Clubs are a safe place to learn and grow and have fun l Cumberland Lincoln 333 4850 www bgccl org lE Providence 434 6776 www epbgc org lNewport 847 6927 www bgcnewport org lPawtucket 722 8840 www bgcpawt org lProvidence 444 0750 www bgcprov org lWarwick 467 4385 www wbgclubs org lWoonsocket 766 9242 www bgcwoonsocket org Boys Town www boystown org new england lNational Hotline 800 448 3000 Free resource and counseling service that assists children and parents 24 7 year round l yourlifeyourvoice org is a special website that enables and encourages teens to share their problems and concerns in positive ways and provides access to immediate help in a crisis l Common Sense Parenting classes throughout Rhode Island The program is executed in two curriculums School age Adolescents and Toddler Preschooler s If you PAGE 36 www childandfamilyri org 31 John Clarke Road Middletown ADOPTION Adoption Options 331 1244 1165 North Main Street Providence www adoptionoptions org A non sectarian service of Jewish Collaborative Services JCS Adoption Options provides services to those who wish to adopt a child or to those looking to make an adoption plan for a child they cannot parent Adoption R I 865 6000 www adoptionRI org 290 West Exchange St Suite 100 Providence Ad article next page Alliance for Children 725 9555 www allforchildrenadoption org 500 Prospect St Pawtucket Catholic Social Services 508 674 4681 www cssdioc org 1600 Bay St Fall River MA Children s Friend 276 4300 www cfsri org 153 Summer St Providence Urban League of Rhode Island 351 5000 www ulri org 246 Prairie Ave Providence

Children Need Families Families Need Support A We All Need Somebody to Lean On re you a parent grandparent or family member who is raising a child or children as a result of adoption kinship or foster care Raising a family regardless of how it is formed undoubtedly comes with a degree of ups and downs good times and bad highlights and challenges However children who have been removed or separated from their birth parent s experiences additional circumstances trauma that could lead to more complex challenges It is understandable that caregivers of these children may not relate to the effects that early childhood trauma can have on a child as he or she gets older and perhaps tries to make sense of their past as it fits into the present and future It is not uncommon for caregivers to become frustrated or feel alone in their struggle to deal with new behaviors and or to help a child work through their past all while maintaining hope and belief in themselves and their sense of belonging within the family Adoption Rhode Island is here to help Adoption Rhode Island s mission is to create safety belonging and permanency for adopted and foster children vulnerable youth and families through compassionate services advocacy and education ADOPTION Children Need Families Families Need Support Are you a family touched by adoption kinship or foster care Adoption RI offers programs workshops and support services to help build on positive family and community connections Adoption Rhode Island AdoptionRI org 401 865 6000 Yes we work to find permanent connections to better the futures of children and youth in foster care but we also provide programs services education and support to help maintain those connections Support services from ARI come in multiple forms Summer camp and other childhood experiences play therapy interactive workshops expressive and recreational activities for youth And resources such as education and training group and individual therapy in home consultations and a sense of community for adults and families as a whole We can also help parents and caregivers navigate the system as it pertains to benefits and other services they may be entitled to Could you or someone you know use somebody to lean on To learn more about Adoption Rhode Island the children and families we serve services provided or how you can help visit our website at AdoptionRI org or call us at 401 865 6000 l Donna Rivera Communications Director Adoption Rhode Island PAGE 37

FAMILY SERVICES FOSTER CARE AGENCIES Boys Town 845 2250 58 Flanagan Road Portsmouth Boys and girls ages 0 18 www boystown org new england Child Family Treatment Foster Care 781 3669 Boys and Girls infancy to age 17 1268 Eddy Street Providence www childandfamilyri com Children s Friend 276 4318 www cfsri org 153 Summer St Providence See ad this page Families for Children Program Communities for People 273 7103 www communities for people org See ad this page Community Care Alliance 235 7000 245 Main St Woonsocket www communitycareri org Make an Impact Open your mind Open your heart Open your home Find out more about how to BECOME A FOSTER or ADOPTIVE PARENT 1 877 852 1271 recruit c4p org www c4p org PAGE 38 Department of Children Youth and Families 528 3700 Boys and girls infant 18 www dcyf ri gov Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care of Rhode Island 734 9680 www devereux org 2346 Post Rd Suite 103 Warwick See ad below

Do You Have Room In Your Heart and In Your Home H FOSTER CARE ave you ever thought about opening your heart and home to a child in the foster care system There are many children in need of foster homes in RI They range in age from birth to 21 years old and each has their own story One thing they all have in common is the need to have an accepting loving family to care for them Could you be that family There are usually a lot of feelings and questions that accompany the idea of providing foster care We want to help you answer that burning question Could I be a foster parent Foster parents come from all ethnic backgrounds cultural identities sexual orientations and adult age ranges Foster parents may have their biological children in the home be empty nesters who are not ready to stop parenting or have never parented before The common thread is that foster parents are willing to do the work with children where they are in their journey by providing love support and stability during a time in the child s life that can be most difficult for them Foster parents are up for the challenge of making sure that a child s social emotional medical and cognitive needs are being met There is also so much reward involved Being the stability and love Continued Foster Care Family Service of RI 331 1350 www familyserviceri org All ages Contact Leidy Alves Foster Forward Helpline 438 3900 x100 55 South Brow St E Prov Serving all youth in foster care those who have aged out foster parents and mentors for a child when they are in need is a monumental part of the role that a foster parent takes on Many children come from homes where they have been exposed to neglect or abuse As a foster parent you would help a child heal and move forward in their life You could be a beacon of hope on days that are not so bright Foster parents create lasting relationships with children and their families by supporting connections with biological parents extended family members and siblings Foster families should never go it alone You choose an agency contracted by DCYF and we provide a team of professionals that support each family throughout their foster care journey through trauma informed trainings weekly meetings with an assigned case manager and 24 hour on call support If you are ready to open your home and your heart let s connect today 401 734 9680 We look forward to supporting you on your journey l Rowan Abbott MPA Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health 2346 Post Road Suite 103 Warwick 401 734 9680 ext 601060 Groden Center 274 6310 x1259 grodennetwork org Boys and girls up to 21 610 Manton Avenue Providence North American Family Institute 921 8700 www nafiri org Boys and girls ages 11 17 Urban League Rhode Island 351 5000 x117 www ulri org 246 Prairie Ave Providence PAGE 39

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Beach Ball Emotions Essentials for Kids and their Emotions Driving to Providence on the way to voice lessons my teenage daughter expressed Mom I haven t practiced enough I m going to bomb today I don t even have all the words memorized She expressed anxiousness every week When your children express anxiety and other negative emotions what do you do I have found a system that helps my children with anxiety I promise that using the following 5 steps will teach your children and yourself to process emotions 1 Learn about emotions Where do emotions start We sometimes get confused we feel emotions in our head hearts and stomachs but really emotions come from our brains A thought releases a chemical and sends it through our body Learn to use the words such as disappointed anxious scared overwhelmed inadequate optimistic peaceful 2 What do we typically do with our feelings Resist Think of a beach ball being held under water Your child feels angry but says she is fine She works hard to keep the ball under water but eventually it pops up React Yell sob scream laugh lay on the couch and sabotage the day This is throwing the beach ball Avoid or Buffer Distract themselves with something else eat ice cream or chocolate clean the house watch TV play video games anything to hide the beach ball EMOTIONS 3 Emotion vs Sensation Emotion starts in the brain and moves to the body i e anger frustration love happiness excitement Sensation starts in the body and goes to the brain i e hunger physical fatigue cold hot pain injury 4 50 50 Rule We are created to feel and experience 50 positive and 50 negative emotions If we didn t we wouldn t know we were happy when we were happy Like a fish doesn t know it s in water because it s always in water 5 Processing an emotion This is one of the most important things I teach Try talking about emotions when things are going well and when they are not Try asking these question What is the most intense emotions you feel right now What color is it Or shape or texture Or temperature This objectifies the emotion and takes away its power It separates the sensations of emotions from the brain and creates an object to look at from the higher brain The kid isn t their emotions It s just sensations sent through the body from a chemical released caused by a thought When we explain this logically it starts to light up the thinking part of the brain instead of the emotions centers of the brain It releases the pressure of the emotion which then allows the child to discover the thought causing the emotion It s another tool for our tool belt for processing emotions in a healthy way I do this question game with my daughter to help her process her anxiety On our drive this week she was calm and knew she would do well Because she didn t feel anxiety she took time to practice instead of worrying And when anxiety comes again no problem because we have a way to process it Realizing that you can choose your emotions and handle any bad emotions will make you and your child unstoppable l kami Brown kamilynbrown gmail com www kamilebrown com PAGE 41

FAMILY SERVICES BEREAVED PARENTS Compassionate Friends www tcfprovidence com Support group for parents who are grieving the loss of a child We meet at The Central Congregational Church 296 Angell St Prov 7pm the second Monday of each month Contacts Sheila at 272 6267 or Lucille at 231 9229 Friends Way 921 0980 www friendsway org 765 West Shore Road Warwick RI s only children s bereavement center Peer based support groups for children aged 3 18 who have suffered the death of a loved one See article next page Miscarriage Infant Death Stillbirth Group M I S 274 1122 x44049 www mispals org Meets the 1st and 3rd Wed of the month at 7 00 p m at the Ronald McDonald House 45 Gay St Prov Pregnancy After Loss Support P A L S 274 1122 x44049 www mispals org For women who are pregnant following a loss and would like to share their fears and concerns with other women The group meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm at the Ronald McDonald House 45 Gay Street Providence Samaritans Safe Place www samaritansri org A support group where family members and friends share emotional pain caused by suicide l Need to Talk Listening Line 272 4044 or 800 365 4044 PAGE 42 CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES GUIDANCE SUPPORT FOR KIDS Al Anon 781 0044 www riafg org Provides support groups for teenagers and adults with alcoholic or chemically dependent parents family members or friends Ala Teen 781 0044 106 Rolfe Square Cranston Support for teenagers who have an alcohol or substance abuse problem Many locations in R I Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State 921 2434 www bbbs org 1540 Pontiac Ave Cranston One toone mentoring program for young girls and boys 7 15 with the need for a positive male female role model in their lives Mentors are 19 CHADD Children and Adults with AttentionDeficit Hyperactivity Disorder 369 0045 www chadd net 810 Support and information for the ADHD community Programs offered first Wednesday of each month 7pm Bradley Hospital Pine Room Call to confirm

DEALING WITH DEATH Dealing With D Death ealing with the death of a family member is becoming more and more common especially for children and teens The world that we are living in can feel unsafe and unpredictable It is assumed that people will live a very very very long life and die surrounded by their loved ones This is not always the case When preparing young children and teenagers for an impending death there are several things of which to be aware The age of the child is important to recognize and determining what they know and what they want to know about the anticipated death A child is never too young to grieve As noted children s psychologist Alan Wolfelt 1991 has said Anyone old enough to love is old enough to grieve It is imperative for adults to model appropriate feelings and coping skills to their children so they in turn will know that it is okay to express their feelings Children are very perceptive individuals and pick up on nuances that adults don t always think they will Children should be aware of an adult s sickness or hospitalization as it will impact their socialization and development Keeping secrets from children and teens regarding someone s health and demise can be detrimental Parents and caregivers need to express open and honest communication with their children and determine what the kids want to know when they want to know it Filling children s brains with too much information is not helpful Simply asking the children what they want to know about their grandparent s illness or eventual death is advised as opposed to telling them everything all at once Expect children to digest information in small bits and be prepared for little or no emotional reaction Using concrete language and avoiding euphemisms he went to sleep as children will most likely be fearful of going to sleep The world that we are living in can feel unsafe and unpredictable Consulting professionals in the hospice and palliative care profession as well as grief counselors is always encouraged Children and teens should not be sheltered from knowing about a family member s illness or death as we cannot protect them from everything in this world Talking about these sensitive topics brings acknowledgement to the importance of including children and teens in these discussions When parents or grandparents find out they have only a few weeks or months to live it is recommended that they tell their children in a warm safe place with no distractions preferably with another trusted adult present It s important to let the child know up front that it s okay if the child cries and the parent may cry too Telling children the most accurate information available broken into age appropriate pieces is best For example if a parent has metastatic cancer they may say that they have a sickness in their brain but the doctors are going to do everything they can to try to treat it In cases where the parent has an incurable condition they might say that there are sometimes illnesses and diseases that doctors can t fix If the child is going to be present for the death it is recommended to tell them how their home or daily life will change If the parent decides to die at home explain to the child that there will be hospital equipment or visiting nurses in the house or that the parent may start taking medication that affects their behavior After preparing the child for what they may see the surviving parent or guardian should ask if the child wants to be with the parent when they die or if they want to say their goodbyes and go to a friend s or family member s house Giving them the option again gives them the power to determine what they can handle l For more information contact us www friendsway org 401 921 0980 We are affiliated with Gateway Healthcare and Lifespan PAGE 43

FAMILY SERVICES Community Action Programs Community Action Programs CAPs serve to address the needs of economically disadvantaged and working families throughout RI CAPs generally provide employment assistance education you and family support basic needs financial and health counseling and senior services CAPs also administer Low Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program LIHEAP funding from October April For more information contact your local CAP agency Youth Speaking Out Youth Speaking Out YSO is made up of children youth and young adults up to age 25 years old who have personal experience living with a mental health challenge and or are currently or formerly involved with systems Ex DCYF Juvenile Justice Special Education We also have a desire to make a positive impact on Rhode Island s child and family serving systems to advocate for ourselves and our peers reduce mental health and related stigmas and to give back to our community Meets every Friday from 5 7 pm at PSN 535 Centerville Road Warwick RI All High School Students Welcome For more information follow YSO on Instagram ysoparentsupportnetwork PAGE 44

What Comes Before and After an Autism Diagnosis by Kate Aucoin M A BCBA LABA Senior Clinical Director Massachusetts Connecticut and Rhode Island Autism Learning Partners Receiving an autism diagnosis can be challenging and overwhelming but it doesn t have to be Here are some guidelines to ensure a clear and smooth process towards progress AUTISM What is Autism Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder often characterized by social and cognitive impairments communication difficulties and repetitive behaviors Understanding the signs and advocating for early diagnosis and intervention is a critical key to success Some indicators may include babies not displaying social smiles by 6 months no back and forth sharing of sounds or facial expressions by 9 months no babbling pointing reaching or waving by 12 months no words by 16 months and no meaningful two word phrases by 24 months At any age if a child demonstrates regression or loss of speech babbling or social skills this may also be an indicator Continued next page PAGE 45

FAMILY SERVICES Continued Autism Who can diagnose autism If parents have concerns they can ask their pediatrician for a referral to a developmental pediatrician psychologist or neurologist who will be trained to conduct diagnostic testing and evaluations with your child What comes after the diagnosis For those new to the autism world navigating next steps can be daunting Luckily there are extensive support networks for individuals and families including special education services speech therapy occupational therapy and applied behavior analysis therapy Applied behavior analysis or ABA is a scientifically proven effective treatment for autism spectrum disorder ABA is covered by most insurance plans including Medicaid In a nutshell ABA is the science of how individuals learn Therapists will work to evaluate the functions of your child s behavior why they do what they do and will identify appropriate replacement behaviors Therapists break down skills into teachable parts working slowly and systematically to ensure success ABA therapy takes place in your home community and in centers while working on building social relationships Wherever there is a need ABA can meet it From shoe tying meal selectivity language deficits social skills behaviors to toilet training and higher level social cognition and executive functioning ABA therapy is individualized to meet a family s needs and align with their values How are insurance funded ABA services accessed After receiving a diagnosis families should reach out to area ABA providers or contact their insurance The Groden Network of Services Recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in autism services Our mission is to support individuals of all ages with autism behavioral challenges and other developmental disabilities to lead productive dignified and satisfying lives Providing Quality Services in RI MA t BZ 1SPHSBNT t BSMZ OUFSWFOUJPO t BNJMZ 4FSWJDFT t PNF FSBQFVUJD 4FSWJDFT t O JTUSJDU 4DIPPM POTVMUBUJPO 4FSWJDFT t 1FSTPOBM TTJTUBODF 4VQQPSUT 4FSWJDFT t 3FTJEFOUJBM 1SPHSBNT t 3FTQJUF 4FSWJDFT t 3 5 1SPHSBN step down hospitilization program t FSBQFVUJD 0VUQBUJFOU 4FSWJDFT t 5SFBUNFOU PTUFS BSF BOUPO WFOVF 1SPWJEFODF 3 t t HSPEFOOFUXPSL PSH PAGE 46

AUTISM company Local providers will begin the intake process to create an individual treatment plan Level of care recommended is based on individual needs families may receive anywhere from 2 hours per month up to 40 hours per week of individual ABA therapy The goal of therapy is to teach independence and meaningful success and to fade supports An autism diagnosis can seem overwhelming at first but ABA therapy is an empowering way for families and individuals diagnosed to identify how they learn best and what tools and strategies will maximize their success And luckily support for this amazing community of families and individuals is abundant l Community Care Alliance CCA 235 7000 800 Clinton St Woonsocket www communitycareri org lChildren s Behavioral Health Services 235 7410 181 Cumberland St Woonsocket Intensive Home and Community Based as well as Office Based Treatment for emotional and behavioral concerns Intensive clinical services and family support Child Psychiatry also available if needed Walk In Hours Monday Friday 9Noon Also offering programs for Teens and Young Adults lBehavioral Health Crisis Emergency call 401 235 7120 Early Childhood Home Visiting Programs 401 235 6029 Help with the many challenges of parenting during the early years Center of Excellence for Opioid Addiction Treatment 401 235 7120 See ad back cover Kids Peace New England 1 800 257 3223 www kidspeace org Provides short and long term residential programs for children ages 8 18 exhibiting various emotional and or behavioral difficulties at home or school Also Autistic Spectrum Disorder residential and day treatment programs Run Away Services 1 800 RUN AWAY www 1800runaway org Crisis line for runaways or parents of runaways SibLink 444 8945 www siblink lifespan org A program that provides support for siblings of children with chronic illnesses or disabilities PAGE 47

FAMILY SERVICES Women Infants Hospital lWomen Infants Hospital Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic 274 1122 ext 48935 Offers clinical services to children with autism spectrum disorders or parental concerns of an ASD lBehavior and Development Clinic 274 1122 ext 48935 Provides clinical services to infants toddlers and or pre school age children with behavioral developmental and or emotional concerns lInfant Toddler Sleep Service 274 1122 ext 48935 Works with families to treat infant and toddler sleep problems Youth Pride RI 421 5626 www youthprideri org Provides support advocacy and education for youth and young adults ages 13 23 impacted by sexual orientation and gender identity expression FOR FAMILIES ADDult Support Group of RI hotline 1 415 555 1234 www RIADDults org A non profit and educational organization for adults with ADD or ADHD Meets 3rd Thursday of the month 7 9pm except for July August and December in the Pine Room Bradley Hospital AIDS Project RI 831 5522 www aidsprojectri org 9 Pleasant St Prov This community based organization helps local individuals and families cope with AIDS Boys Town New England See listing under Adolescents PAGE 48 Child Family 31 John Clarke Rd Middletown 849 2300 1268 Eddy St Providence 781 3669 www childandfamilyri com Services and programs offered include Child Care Individual Family and Substance Abuse Counseling Family Care Coordinating Programs Elder Care Services and much more Children s Friend 276 4300 www cfsri org 153 Summer St Providence Children s Friend is the innovative leader in improving the well being and healthy development of RI s most vulnerable young children We accomplish this by providing flexible effective and culturally relevant services and advocating for programs and policies that support and strengthen these children and their families Clinical Services for Youth CSY 847 7821 x9 www ebcap org 100 Bullocks Pt Ave E Providence 19 Broadway Newport Offers crisis intervention counseling and outreach geared toward meeting the needs of and achieving stability for youth ages 9 17 and their families who reside in the East Bay Comprehensive Community Action 467 9610 www comcap org Numerous programs and services from Head Start programs to parenting classes to health services See page 44 for a convenient location PeaceLove Studios 475 9778 www peacelovestudios com 999 Main St Unit 704 Pawtucket PeaceLove is dedicated to breaking the silence surrounding mental illness through art creative expression

FAMILY SERVICES Supporting Opportunities for All Abilities Seven Hills Rhode Island SHRI offers a continuum of services for children and adults with disabilities and life challenges Our programs are person centered fostering individual choice and independence SHRI is conveniently located and fully accessible to you or your loved one s needs in the areas of Q Early Intervention Supports for young children who are at risk for or who are experiencing developmental delays Q Home Based Therapeutic Services HBTS Specialized intensive supports treatments for children with a wide range of disabilities Q Enhanced Outpatient Services EOS Help for families of children with behavioral health care needs to make positive changes that enable the children to reach their full potential Q Personal Assistance Supports and Services PASS Assistance with daily life skills for families of children with special health care needs Q RIte Home Shared Living Residential options for adults who cannot live alone require significant care provided by a family member or caregiver who is not a legal guardian Q Contracted Case Management Community based wraparound program for adults with specialized health behavioral health needs Q Community Supports Residential day employment programs for adults with disabilities To learn more visit sevenhills org or call 401 597 6700 or 401 921 1470 68 Cumberland St Woonsocket RI 02895 401 597 6700 sevenhills org 178 Norwood St Cranston RI 02905 401 921 1470 PAGE 49

FAMILY SERVICES Crossroads RI 521 2255 www crossroadsri org 160 Broad St Providence Provides housing and services to individuals and families homeless in Rhode island Department of Human Services DHS 1 855 MY RIDHS www dhs ri gov DHS provides critical benefits and programs to all Rhode Islanders who need it including veterans people with disabilities elders young adults pregnant parenting teens and families to achieve their goals Services include child care subsidies temporary cash assistance job training services food assistance SNAP and home energy assistance FAB For Anything But alcohol drugs or tobacco Providing substance free activities in the community fostering a role model approach to underage substance use and prevention weirdgirlcreations com Family Service of RI 331 1350 55 Hope St and 134 Thurbers Ave in Providence familyserviceri org Programs include mental health substance abuse treatment Early Intervention EI for infants and toddlers with developmental issues group homes for children case management including specialized case management for people living with HIV AIDS Also a school for children with special needs called Mount Pleasant Academy and more Family Service is also a foster care and adoption agency and is seeking loving families for children in need Family Therapy Clinic 444 3967 Rhode Island Hospital provides help with parenting issues especially with adolescents relationship and women s issues marital issues PAGE 50 mental illness life stage adjustments or role changing issues and issues pertaining to the loss due to death or divorce etc Goodwill Industries 861 2080 www goodwillri org 100 Houghton St Providence Goodwill is a vocational rehabilitation agency that provides job training and employment services for those with disabilities and other barriers to employment The Groden Center 274 6310 86 Mt Hope Ave Providence 2 St Vincent DePaul St Coventry Specializing in the treatment of children adolescents families and persons with autism and other special needs Ph D licensed psychologists certified social workers Counseling assessments therapeutic services include Special Education Vocational Education Socialization Stress Management and Behavior Therapy Additionally The Groden Network offers series of therapeutic educational tracks designed to meet the specific needs of individuals with Asperger Syndrome or similar social needs For more information please call Kelley Pistacchio Director of Community Support Services 274 6310 x 1250 see ad page 46 Bradley Hospital and Hasbro Children s Hospital Special Programs For more information Lifespan Health Connection 444 4800 1 800 927 1230 or go online to www lifespan org l Parenting Matters Parenting Matters is Rhode Island s premier event on raising and working with children Registration includes keynote presentation choice of workshops on a wide range of topics related to children s mental health behavior and an exhibitor family resource center

FAMILY SERVICES International House of R I 421 7181 www ihouseri org 8 Stimson Ave Prov Helps temporary international residents of RI Jewish Collaborative Services JCS 331 1244 1165 North Main Street Providence www jcsri org JCS is a 501 c 3 nonprofit housing and social service agency serving Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts We help individuals and families facing physical emotional housing nutrition and other challenges get the services they need to recover and thrive See Senior Section as well l Adoption Options See section on Adoption l The Counseling Center A non sectarian program of Jewish Collaborative Services JCS The Counseling Center provides psychotherapy for individuals children and families l The Louis Goldie Chester Kosher Food Pantry John Hope Settlement House 421 6993 7 Thomas P Whitten Way Providence Offers a familylife education program Jonnycake Center 789 1559 jonnycakecenter org 1231 Kingston Road Peace Dale Aids low income families by offering food clothing and household items and emergency assistance Looking Upwards Children s Services 293 5790 ext 300 2974 East Main Road Portsmouth www lookingupwards org Supporting children with special healthcare needs to develop to their fullest potential is the focus of Looking Upwards children s program To promote children s growth we bring together expertise in a wide array of disciplines Our caring clinical team listens to each family s goals for their child and creates an individualized plan Services are offered in the child s home community school and other natural settings We help children to develop their strengths learn new skills and successfully participate in the world around them Services are available for children from birth to young adults and include Early Intervention Home Based Therapeutic Services HBTS Personal Assistant and Support Services PASS School to Career Transition and Behavioral Consulting Services For more information call Connie Cherveny at 2935790 ext 300 See ad pages 32 34 Meals on Wheels 351 6700 70 Bath St Prov www RIMeals org Provides hot meals to the elderly Volunteers and donations needed Meeting Street 533 9100 1000 Eddy Street Providence meetingstreet org Meeting Street provides quality inclusive education with clinical expertise and therapeutic and developmental services to children and young adults of all abilities to help them achieve their maximum potential see ad page 31 Navy Fleet Family Support Center 841 2283 1260 Peary Street Newport www cnic navy mil newport index htm Parenting classes and various family workshops available to all Rhode Island military families including National Guard and Reserve PAGE 51

FAMILY SERVICES Office of Veterans Affairs 921 2119 Veterans Crisis Line 1 800 273 8255 press 1 www vets ri gov www riserves org 560 Jefferson Boulevard Suite 206 Warwick The Rhode Island Office of Veterans Affairs serves the Ocean State s 61 078 Veterans and their families We execute our mission through 1 the RI Veterans Home 2 the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery and 3 the RI Veterans Resource Center The new RI Veterans Home is a state of the art facility that allows our resident veterans an opportunity to live independently while providing them with access to the skilled nursing care they need The RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery provides a dignified resting place for our Veterans and their eligible spouses or dependents It also has several monuments and memorials dedicated to the various war eras military branches and veterans groups The RI Veterans Resource Centers serves as the coordination center for RIServes a network of service providers serving the veteran community It serves as a no wrong door entry point for veterans service members and their families to access the services and benefits they ve earned The Parent Support Network of RI 467 6855 535 Centerville Rd Suite 202 Warwick www psnri org Provides support education and advocacy training for families of children and youth with emotional and behavioral difficulties lThe Peer Mentoring Program Warm Line 467 6855 Parents can call in Monday through Friday 9 00am 5 00 pm for emotional support educational guidance etc This is a statewide program PAGE 52 Parents Families Friends of Lesbians and Gays PFLAG Helpline 307 1802 www pflagprovidence org Support group for parents families and friends of gays and lesbians to share support and understanding about homosexuality Meetings are the 1st Wednesday of the month at the MET School 325 Public St Prov at 6 45 8 00pm and 2nd Monday of the month at the Channing Memorial Church 135 Pelham Street in Newport Parent Support Group Bradley Hospital 432 1205 email bradleygroups lifespan org For parents and families of children with emotional behavioral psychiatric or developmental challenges Meets monthly 2nd Thursday 6 308pm in the Pine Room at Bradley Hospital Babysitting is available but must be scheduled in advance Other Support groups include lFriend social skills group A weekly social skills group for children and parents lT A G Teen Anxiety Group A weekly anxiety management group for teens and their parents or guardians lIncredible Years group A weekly group for parents of children who have low frustration tolerance Visit www lifespan org events parent support group for more groups and information Project Link 453 7618 528 North Main St Providence providencecenter org services adult services womens day The Providence Center s outpatient treatment program that specializes in improving the health and wellbeing of pregnant women and women with young children who are impacted by substance abuse and mental health issues

The Providence Center 276 4020 530 North Main St Providence www providencecenter org The Providence Center provides treatment and supportive services to adults children adolescents and families who experience mental health addiction emotional or behavioral problems Rhode Island Donation Exchange 831 5511 www donationexchange org 100 Dupont Drive Prov Founded in 1992 the mission of The RI Donation Exchange Program RIDEP is to improve the quality of life for those individuals and families least able to meet their basic needs The RI Donation Exchange Program operates a Donation Center Furniture Warehouse by soliciting donations of good quality furniture from community business partners and individuals statewide These items are passed on to qualified individuals and families who have been referred to our program by our member agency We welcome donations of furniture and housewares items which we sell at our Donation Center to raise funds for our operations We gladly accept items in good condition such as couches bureaus desks chairs bookcases tables lamps clocks artwork hutches mirrors and other home goods R I Community Food Bank 942 6325 www rifoodbank org 200 Niantic Ave Providence Distributes food to emergency food pantries soup kitchens and others For more information on help getting food for your family see pg 73 FAMILY SERVICES RIPIN Cedar Family Center 270 0101 x365 1210 Pontiac Ave Cranston w Information community supports and access to clinical expertise for Medicaid eligible families of children and youth with special health care needs Call or email RIPINCedarFamilyCenter ripin org RIPIN Family Voices familyvoices ripin org Staffed by family members who have first hand experience and training in navigating complex health care services and programs Peer Professionals help families with health education and community based resources available to those with special needs Offers monthly Peer Support Group for caregivers of children and youth with special healthcare needs see ad page 32 R I S E 421 2010 Rhode Islanders Sponsoring Education www riseonline org Scholarships and mentors for children with a parental history of incarceration Ronald McDonald House 274 4447 www rmhprovidence org 45 Gay St Providence A warm compassionate supportive place for families to stay while a child in their family is being treated in one of the nearby hospitals Samaritans of Rhode Island Hotline 272 4044 1 800 365 4044 www samaritansri org Safe Place support group for adults who have lost a loved one or friend to suicide The program is free and meets each Tuesday evening from 6 30pm 8 30pm excluding holidays at the First Unitarian Church Community Center 1 Benevolent St Providence PAGE 53

FAMILY SERVICES St Mary s Home for Children 353 3900 www smhfc org 420 Fruit Hill Ave North Providence Divided Yet United Program STEP Groups 874 5956 ADDICTION Anchor Recovery Community Center 721 5100 www anchorrecovery org http www uri edu cftclinic 2 Lower College Rd Kingston The URI Family Therapy Clinic offers 7 week STEP Systematic Training for Effective Parenting program for parents of young children ages 1 6 middle school children and teens Parents learn communication skills positive discipline techniques ways to build self esteem and more Individual or group Butler Hospital 1 844 401 0111 J Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center 739 2700 70 East Street Cranston Serves adolescent substance abusers and their families 3445 Post Road Warwick www trudeaucenter org Promoting an enhanced quality of life for children and adults with developmental disabilities West Bay Community Action WBCA 732 4660 www westbaycap org 205 Buttonwoods Ave Warwick WBCA is the only multi service agency serving the basic needs of Kent County residents We help individuals and families become self sufficient improve their lives lThe Business Services Division Assessment education training and job placement The division works with employers throughout the region to link them with job ready employment candidates lChildren s Service Division prides itself in delivering high quality comprehensive early care and education programs for children families lFamily Resources includes programs addressing housing food services and more www butler org Butler Hospital is the only private nonprofit psychiatric and substance abuse hospital in Rhode Island and southeastern New England and serves seniors adults young adults and adolescents Caritas Arts 463 8829 CODAC Cranston 461 5056 Providence 942 1450 Newport 846 4150 South County 789 0934 East Bay 434 4999 Pawtucket 808 6278 Eleanor Slater 462 3530 www codacinc org CODAC has eight communitybased locations statewide and has been a leader in adopting and creating programming that re ects emergent need in opioid treatment and recovery and integrates evidencebased programs and best practice standards into service delivery As part of our commitment to providing whole person care CODAC has implemented onsite psychiatric and mental health services traumainformed care specialized counseling groups for specific patient populations e g pregnant postpartum women individuals involved with the criminal justice system and patients coping with PTSD Continued on page 56 PAGE 54

T The O Word hese days it seems as if almost everyone has been or knows someone who s been directly affected by the opioid crisis in the United States And suddenly a word that was rarely used in general conversation has become part of the national dialogue the O word Overdose Between 2017 2018 over 47 000 Americans died of opioid overdose more than 6 times the number in 1999 CDC 2018 and data suggest this upward trend will continue in 2018 2019 While a number of factors have contributed to the epidemic it is the alarming emergence of fentanyl a dangerously powerful synthetic opioid often mixed with heroin and other drugs which has been driving the increasing number of opioid related deaths over the last several years The far reaching impact of the overdose crisis has demanded a more open dialogue about a subject most people believed had nothing to do with them The term overdose was often uttered with discomfort and heard with implied judgement As a result the pain of opioid use and overdose was compounded by the guilt shame and stigma too often felt by victims and their families In 2013 the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM reclassified substance use disorder as a chronic relapsing disease of the brain one that should be viewed and treated in much the same way as diabetes heart disease and many other chronic illnesses ADDICTION Opioid addiction is a disease not a failure of will or character that can touch any individual family or community Nevertheless despite this new medical determination it has taken time to shift old social norms and ingrained biases Slowly against a backdrop of unthinkable public and personal loss there has been an emerging acceptance that opioid addiction is a disease not a failure of will or character that can touch any individual family or community Over the last five years there has been an urgent effort to normalize the public perspective on OUD The collaborative efforts of prevention coalitions treatment providers and the recovery community in providing information and education have helped to diminish the stigma that kept so many from seeking help As families friends and others in the community increasingly support treatment and celebrate recovery we are pushing back against the opioid epidemic and creating local and national infrastructure for services and support Responsibility for defeating the opioid crisis belongs to all of us If you or someone you know is challenged with addiction please call CODAC at 401 490 0716 for a confidential conversation l PAGE 55

FAMILY SERVICES In the last decade CODAC has established a nationally recognized tobacco cessation program Tobacco Cessation Services of RI and a program for problem gambling In the last 2 years CODAC has established in partnership with the Rhode Island Department of Corrections the first comprehensive MAT program of its kind in a prison in the Country The program has been recognized as such by the Department of Justice SAMHSA and multiple other national organizations See ad this page Community Care Alliance CCA 235 7000 800 Clinton St Woonsocket www communitycareri org See ad back cover Parents The Anti Drug 1 855 DRUGFREE www drugfree org Website has loads of resources tips for parents and teens Resource for services in Rhode Island Phoenix House 1 800 DRUG HELP phoenixhouse org rhode island Helping individuals rediscover their strength through effective substance use disorder treatment The Providence Center 276 4020 www providencecenter org PAGE 56

NALOXONE Everyone Can Be A First Responder Carry Naloxone Naloxone somtimes Did you know that one in three opioid overdoses in Rhode Island occurred in public places Overdoses can happen in everyday places and sometimes in plain sight including streets sidewalks parking lots restaurants stores and beaches We all have a role to play in reversing our local overdose crisis One important role is carrying the overdose reversal medicine naloxone Naloxone sometimes called Narcan is a life saving medicine that you can get at a local pharmacy without a prescription from a healthcare provider When you buy naloxone at a pharmacy the pharmacist will show you how to use it All health insurers in Rhode Island cover at least one type of generic naloxone with a no cost low cost copayment Medicaid fully covers the cost of generic naloxone and Narcan single step intranasal spray Naloxone facts Naloxone can be safely administered by lay people It is easy to use as a nasal spray If you think that someone is overdosing call 9 1 1 first called Narcan is a life saving medicine that you can get at a local pharmacy without a prescription from a healthcare provider People who administer naloxone to someone who is overdosing are legally protected by Rhode Island s Good Samaritan Law For more resources on how to get naloxone visit PreventOverdoseRI org get naloxone Treatment and recovery support services are available 24 hours a day seven days a week with BH Link To get help for you or a loved one call the BH Link Crisis Hotline 401 414 LINK 5465 or go to the BH Link Walk In Center located at 975 Waterman Ave East Providence RI 02914 Hablamos espa ol Data source Rhode Island Department of Health RIDOH Emergency Medical Services EMS 2018 PAGE 57

FAMILY SERVICES NEW SECTION FOR SENIORS AARP of RI 248 2663 https local aarp org providence ri 10 Orms St Suite 200 Providence Alzheimer s Association Rhode Island Chapter 24 7 Helpline 1 800 272 3900 Local RI Chapter 421 0008 245 Waterman St Suite 306 Providence www alz org See ad and article page 61 Catholic Social Services of Rhode Island Diocese of Providence 278 2505 Community Health Network at RIPIN 432 7217 Free or low cost evidence based health and wellness programs proven to work for people with chronic conditions such as arthritis pre diabetes diabetes asthma heart disease and depression Programs are also available to help improve balance prevent falls manage chronic paid quit tobacco use and provide support to caregivers Jewish Collaborative Services JCS 331 1244 1165 North Main Street Providence www jcsri org See ad this page l Geriatric Care Management Provides a combination of assessment resources and referrals to help seniors and their families manage the challenges of aging including navigating health and memory care and senior living options l Kosher Meals on Wheels Delivers nutritious kosher meals to homebound seniors 60 and disabled individuals in Providence Pawtucket Cranston and Warwick l Kosher Senior Cafes Delivers nutritious kosher meals to homebound seniors 60 in Providence Pawtucket Cranston and Warwick l Lifeline RI Emergency Response System Philip s Lifeline is offered through JCS providing peace of mind to you and your caregiver s l Partners in Care Partners in Care is an AmeriCorps program that serves families in RI and Southeastern MA who have a connection with military service and are caring for an older or disabled adult Volunteers are recruited to provide respite for those caring for family members by offering visits and companionship recreational activities at home and in the community and assistance with small chores errands and transportation l Senior Housing Options The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence and Celebrations Adult Day Services at Tamarisk in Warwick For more information and a tour call Susan Adler at 401 732 0037 Shalom Affordable HousingConveniently located in Warwick Call Shalom at 401 738 4414 for more information What is a Health Care Power of Attorney This is a legal document in which you designate someone to be your representative or agent in the event you are unable to make or communicate decisions about all aspects of your health care It is advised that everyone over the age of 18 have a Health Care Power of Attorney PAGE 58

SENIOR SERVICES What Does It Mean to Age Well By Tara Watkins LICSW Who comes to mind when you think of someone who has aged well What qualities or characteristics does this person have Whatever unique qualities might surface when you ponder these questions universally each person is mostly likely resilient compassionate and loving It is important to remember that aging well doesn t happen overnight rather character traits are developed and nurtured over a lifetime of experiences What traits should one try to develop According to Rabbi Rachel Cowan and Dr Linda Thal co authors of the book Wise Aging Living with Joy Resilience and Spirit those who age well easily feel and express gratitude finding the good in others and in events From this place of gratefulness they are less frightened less angry and more accepting of their situation They are also more generous finding pleasure in giving and helping to build relationships and community Aging well individuals have learned to be patient and trusting but not passive allowing events to unfold more slowly accepting other people s foibles and not rushing to judge or blame them They are joyful though not necessarily ebullient so they find more to celebrate in the day and feel more optimistic When you are with them you may sense a certain equanimity an ability to hold paradox to be with both the sad and the happy with the frightening and the pleasurable and to take life in stride It is important to remember that aging well doesn t happen overnight rather character traits are developed and nurtured over a lifetime of experiences These character traits of gratitude generosity patience joy and equanimity are vital to manifesting some of the behaviors that Dr George Valliant director of Harvard University s extended longitudinal study on aging has identified as promoting aging well l Being able to orient one s thinking toward the future rather than the past l Maintaining a generally optimistic perspective choosing to interpret events and choices so one sees possibilities rather than risks when given the opportunity l Developing mature adaptive strategies turning lemons into lemonade l Reacting well to change disease and conflict l Reinventing oneself l Practicing forgiveness l Feeling and expressing gratitude l Letting go of self importance l Demonstrating for the young how not to fear death l Finding a rationale for living well even in times of great loss Continued next page PAGE 59

FAMILY SERVICES Help starts here Rhode Island We provide a place to call for everyone when they need help As a caregiver you ve been there for a loved one now let 2 1 1 be there for you United Way s 2 1 1 in Rhode Island helps GEVIKMZIVW RH XLI VIWSYVGIW XLI RIIH 24 7 Let our call specialists help you Aging Well continued from previous page Hearing such a detailed list might make us wonder whether we can really expect so much of ourselves especially if these traits do not come naturally We might find ourselves asking Is it truly possible for me to strengthen or perhaps begin to develop these qualities at this point in my life If you find yourself contemplating this remember change is always possible and is a process There may be a sudden awakening but we must do the inner work to incorporate and integrate the new ways of thinking and being Recent work in neuroscience helps us understand how this change process takes place When we cultivate new kinds of thoughts and behaviors we are making changes in our brains PAGE 60 that will eventually modify our habitual patterns of thought and action yielding to new responses Thus no matter where you are in life with practice it is possible to cultivate the qualities mentioned by Dr Valliant l Tara Watkins LICSW is a counselor at Jewish Collaborative Services JCS in Providence RI www jcsri org TimeBanks A community of people across RI who support each other When you spend an hour doing something for an individual or group in your town you earn a Time Dollar to apply towards services that you need Time banking is a system that connects unmet needs with untapped resources actionhub timebanks org

Cognitive Impairment SENIOR SERVICES T alking about cognitive impairment is difficult and knowing what to look for is not always easy We should be having positive conversations about Alzheimer s with a family member or friend who is exhibiting symptoms A 2018 Alzheimer s Association survey found a majority of Americans would be concerned about offending a family member 76 percent or ruining their relationship 69 percent if they were to approach that person about observed signs of Alzheimer s It is Rhode Island s fifth leading cause of death affecting more than 23 000 residents and 53 000 caregivers Despite Alzheimer s growing impact many families struggle with discussing the issue Family and friends may be the first to recognize there may be memory loss but they do not talk to their loved one about it Having a conversation is vital because an early diagnosis can help everyone prepare long term and obtain the resources they need Raising awareness is key including learning and sharing the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer s disease see table this page Anyone can find out more at alz org ri or call the Alzheimer s Association Rhode Island Chapter at 800 272 3900 Private Eldercare Consulting Care Management Your peace of mind is worth it 401 585 0509 PAGE 61

BUILDING AGE FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES IN THE OCEAN STATE FAMILY SERVICES By Maureen Maigret Chair of Aging in Community Subcommittee and Jody Shue Executive Director Age Friendly RI Most people know that Rhode Islanders are living longer than ever Projections are by 2030 almost one out of every four persons in the state will be age 65 and over This trend and the fact that most people want to stay living at home or in their communities as they grow older inspired the General Assembly to create the Aging in Community Subcommittee of the Long Term Care Coordinating Council After conducting research and holding focus groups across the state the Subcommittee produced a report and a Strategic Plan The Plan included recommendations for actions to make the state more agefriendly livable and a great place to grow up and to grow old Subcommittee reports and Strategic Plan with recommendations are available at agefrindlyri org One important recommendation was to create a broad based coalition to promote age friendliness in the state Age Friendly Rhode Island was the result Based at RI College AgeFriendly RI is a coalition of community and state agencies healthcare and social service providers individuals of all ages advocacy and faithbased organizations businesses academic institutions and municipal leaders who are committed to promoting healthy aging and livable communities in our state A livable community is one that is safe and secure has affordable and appropriate housing and transportation options and offers supportive PAGE 62 community features and services promoting age friendly livable communities makes for happier and healthier residents of all ages and at all stages of life Age friendly work groups are engaged in activities in nine domains of livability adapted from the World Health Organization transportation food and nutrition civic engagement economic security healthcare communications housing outdoor spaces and supports at home Age friendly RI is also encouraging communities to launch local agefriendly initiatives For example Newport s City Council passed a Resolution in support of becoming an age friendly community Barrington residents conducted a survey to gauge community interest in developing a community of mutual support and residents and town employees in Burrillville have held listening sessions and created a Resource Guide of local services for older adults There are many other examples around the state While many communities are involved in activities supporting older adults much more can be done to promote services and built environments responsive to a population growing older Parks that offer play and exercise equipment for children can add adult oriented exercise stations A good example of adult exercise equipment is Dexter Park in Providence Traffic patterns can be assessed and altered to ensure pedestrian safety and walkability as called for in the state Complete Streets law Universal design in housing to meet the needs of all persons can be encouraged If you are interested in joining an Age Friendly work group or sparking an Age Friendly initiative in your community we would love to hear from you You may contact us at https agefriendlyri org about contact us

SENIOR SERVICES Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at URI 874 4197 https web uri edu olli OLLI rovides learning opportunities to enhance the enjoyment meaning and direction of adult lives as well as the health and well being of adults OLLI seeks to develop a community of older learners Established in 2009 and offering diversified courses and activities OLLI at URI enjoys a rich relationship with the University Membership is open to anyone fifty year of age and older Whether teaching learning playing or exploring OLLI members constitute a vibrant lifelong learning commnity The POINT 2 1 1 Improving lives by lending a caring hand The POINT is a statewide resource network that provides information referrals and long term care options to seniors adults with disabilities and caregivers Operated by United Way of Rhode Island and linked through 2 1 1 The POINT takes 40 000 calls each year and helps aging seniors enroll in Medicare Medicaid and other programs that will ensure a better quality of life see ad page 60 Providence Village RI 228 8683 www providencevillageri org 276 Angell Street Providence The Providence Village is a group of friends and neighbors working together to support those of us who want to stay in our homes and communities as we grow older We are creating a community of mutual support by providing practical assistance like transportation technology and home help social activities and events and the opportunity to make a real difference by helping one another SENIOR SAFETY If a Senior is NOT SAFE AT HOME call Department of Elderly Affairs 462 0555 or 462 3000 NEGLECT or ABUSE In a FACILITY call Department of Health Facilities Regulation 222 5200 and the RI Attorney General Patient Abuse or Neglect Medicaid Fraud Drug Diversion Unit 222 2566 or 274 4400 x2269 and RI Long Term Care Ombudsman 785 3340 RI Department of Division of Elderly Affairs 462 3000 www dea ri gov At the Rhode Island Division of Elderly Affairs DEA we believe the best way to promote healthy aging and support people is to meet them where they are DEA s Aging and Disability Resource Network ADRN serves as the no wrong door for older and disabled adults as well as family caregivers coordinating the delivery of our services and facilitating people s access to information and assistance The ADRN comprised of 22 partners is divided into six geographic regions to ensure elders adults with disabilities and their caregivers are connected to help in their own or neighboring communities At the center of our ADRN is The POINT Rhode Island s statewide multilingual call and walk in center for elders adults with disabilities and their caregivers Continued next page PAGE 63

FAMILY SERVICES The POINT staff help people navigate their short and long term options for healthcare housing respite support food assistance and more The POINT links people to in and out of network services and assists clients with benefits enrollment Please visit www dea ri gov or call 401 462 3000 for information on DEA s services and programs RI Elder Info 585 0509 RIElderInfo com is an award winning expert curated online resource for Rhode Island Seniors Caregivers and Professionals The site is tailored to the user Senior Caregiver or Professional Community specific resources for all 39 cities and towns as well as information by general Topic can be found on the site There is an Event Calendar of fun educational or interesting things to do for Seniors and Caregivers because aging isn t just flu shots and Bingo MediCare vs MediCaid Call toll free at 800 633 4227 Medicare We CARE for our aging and disabled Medicaid We AID our poor Medicare MediCare is a short term medical coverage insurance for people over the age of 65 or disabled Medicare focuses on short term acute care for conditions that are expected to improve Medicare does NOT cover long term care MediCaid is a Federal and State funded health insurance program that pays for medical and health related services for people with a low income and very few assets This includes inpatient and outpatient hospital care preventive services durable medical equipment and many more services and benefits PAGE 64 The Event Calendar for Professionals contains educational opportunities as well as opportunities to expand professional networks The Rhode Island Office of Veterans Affairs 921 2119 www vets ri gov www riserves org 560 Jefferson Boulevard Suite 206 Warwick We serve the Ocean State s 61 078 Veterans and their families We execute our mission through 1 the RI Veterans Home a skilled nursing care facility 2 the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery and 3 the RI Veterans Resource Center the coordination center for RIServes a network of service providers serving the veteran community It serves as a no wrong door entry point for veterans service members and their families to access the services and benefits they ve earned RIPIN Healthcare Advocate 1 855 747 3224 TTY 711 Free help and support to Rhode Islanders with Medicare and Medicaid Help accessing doctors and medications Long term services and supports LTSS and PACE assist with appeals grievances and other questions and concerns Call or email callcenter ripin org Road Scholar 800 454 5768 www roadscholar org Our mission is to inspire adults to learn discover and travel Our learning adventures engage expert instructors provide extraordinary access and stimulate discourse and friendship among people for whom learning is the journey of a lifetime

SENIOR SERVICES Senior Adult Centers in RI www seniorcenterdirectory com RhodeIsland Visit website for a complete list of all Senior Centers in RI Offer a variety of programs and services to help senior citizens maintain their independence and vitality and provide a place for seniors to have the opportunity to meet and socialize with other seniors Programs include activities educational classes counseling and support groups volunteer opportunities and wellness programs Many Senior Centers in RI also offer meals help with financial and medical paperwork transportation to and from the center shopping trips outings and other social services RI Adult Centers for education and activities for those 50 are for those more active Adult centers are usually part of the Parks Rec Departments of city and county United Way of RI Senior Centers Care Resources in Providence www providenceri gov mayor cityservices senior centers See The Point and ad on page 60 Saint Elizabeth Community Where RI seniors come first Saint Elizabeth Home Short term rehab long term care and memory care Cornerstone Adult Services Daily support for seniors DUZLFN ULVWRO DQG LWWOH RPSWRQ 0HPRU DUH HQWHU Saint Elizabeth Manor Short term rehab long term care and memory care Saint Elizabeth Place Affordable apartments for seniors and mobility impaired Providence 490 4646 Warwick 739 7700 THE GREEN HOUSE Homes at Saint Elizabeth Home An exceptional new concept in nursing home care East Greenwich 471 6060 Bristol 253 2300 Saint Elizabeth Court Affordable assisted living Warwick 739 2844 Providence 273 1090 Saint Elizabeth Terrace Affordable apartments for seniors Cathleen Naughton Associates Home health services Warwick 773 7401 DNH HOG 6DLQW OL DEHWK RPPXQLW RIIHUV D IXOO VSHFWUXP RI FDUH DQG VHUYLFHV IRU ROGHU DGXOWV LQ 5KRGH VODQG HQVXULQJ WKH UHFHLYH WKH ULJKW FDUH LQ WKH ULJKW SODFH DW WKH ULJKW WLPH 7R OHDUQ KRZ ZH FDQ KHOS RX RU VRPHRQH RX ORYH FDOO XV DW 471 6060 RU DW RQH RI WKH QXPEHUV DERYH www stelizabethcommunity org QRQ SUR W QRQVHFWDULDQ F FKDULWDEOH RUJDQL DWLRQ DQG DUH LQN SDUWQHU PAGE 65

FAMILY SERVICES HELP DEALING WITH VIOLENCE Child Abuse Hotline DCYF 1 800 742 4453 Child Family 849 2300 www childandfamilyri com 31 John Clarke Road Middletown 1268 Eddy St Providence Supportive Housing Program Women with children under the age of 12 looking for a safe haven and a fresh start can find caring support guidance and a temporary place to live Also offering life skills training education and vocational guidance good parenting strategies individual and group counseling legal advocacy health services and more Comprehensive Community Action 467 9610 www comcap org Numerous programs and services including Victims of Crime Program and Anger Management Group for adolescents Day One 421 4100 www dayoneri org 100 Medway St Providence Offers individual counseling on a sliding fee scale for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence Advocacy and support services Hospital and police accompaniment for victims of crime National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1 800 273 TALK 8255 This lifeline will connect you to local services RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence 467 9940 Hotline 1 800 494 8100 www ricadv org 422 Post Rd Suite 102 Warwick Offers information referral shelter and support groups for women children and families There are six member organizations all 24 hr lBlackstone Valley Advocacy Center 723 3057 www bvadvocacycenter org Pawtucket Central Falls Lincoln Cumberland lDomestic Violence Resource Center of South County 782 3990 www dvrcsc org Block Island Narragansett N Kingstown S Kingstown Westerly Hope Valley Hopkinton Exeter Richmond Charlestown lElizabeth Buffum Chace Center www ebccenter org 738 1700 Warwick W Warwick Coventry East Greenwich West Greenwich Cranston Foster Johnston North Providence Scituate N Smithfield and Lincoln lSojourner House 861 6191 www sojournerri org Providence Woonsocket and Northwestern RI see additional listing lWomen s Resource Center of Newport and Bristol Counties 846 5263 www wrcnbc org Jamestown Newport Middletown Portsmouth Tiverton Little Compton Bristol Warren Barrington TO REPORT AN INCIDENCE OF CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT CALL 1 800 RI CHILD PAGE 66

VIOLENCE Teen Dating Violence A ccording to the Centers for Disease Control CDC 23 of females and 14 of males who ever experienced rape physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner first experienced some form of partner violence between 11 and 17 years of age LoveisRespect org is a national organization dedicated to promoting healthy relationships and educating youth about dating violence They report that girls and young women between the ages of 16 and 24 experience the highest rate of intimate partner violence which is almost triple the national average Additionally they indicate that only 33 of teens who were in an abusive relationship ever told anyone about the abuse Teen dating violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors that are used to gain and maintain control over a dating partner Abusive behaviors can be physical such as hitting or pushing sexual such as forcing a partner to have sex against their will emotional including name calling and using put downs psychological such as gaslighting and making the victim feel like they are going crazy financial including controlling how the victim spends their money and technological such as texting and calling the victim non stop insisting on reading all of the victim s text messages and emails or always needing to know the victim s location by tracking their GPS on their phone Teen dating violence abusers use many different forms of abuse and most of the time the abuse begins very subtlety Initially the abuser may insist that the victim not spend time with certain friends or will tell them what they can and cannot wear for clothing These controlling only 33 of teens who were in an abusive relationship ever told anyone about the abuse behaviors are done in a way where the victim believes that the partner is doing these things because they love them and care about them so much or they make it seem like these are normal behaviors in a dating relationship Over time the abuse becomes more frequent and more apparent and may start to become physical Eventually the abuser will use their power to scare the victim and instill fear in them making it very difficult for victims to come forward and report what is going on If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship help is available Local domestic violence organizations are located throughout the state of Rhode Island Sojourner House is located in Providence and provides services to teens statewide Services for teens include one on one advocacy and support which can be provided at your school in the community or at Sojourner House s Drop In Center located at 386 Smith Street in Providence We also offer support groups expressive arts and summer programming for teens experiencing abuse In addition to support for victims we provide prevention education programming throughout the state which educates youth on how to prevent violence how to be a positive bystander and how to help a friend who may be in an abusive relationship l For more information or to talk to an advocate please call Sojourner House at 401 861 6191 or visit their website www sojournerri org PAGE 67

FAMILY SERVICES Legal Advocacy 782 4173 www dvrcsc org Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County McGrath Judicial Complex Rte 1 Wakefield Assistance in obtaining temporary restraining orders victim support in the family and district courts advocacy for individuals whose partners have been arrested for domestic violence and legal referrals for related issues Weekdays 8 30am 1 and 2 4 30pm Non Violence Institute 785 2320 www nonviolenceinstitute org 265 Oxford St Providence Educates school and community groups with the history principles Suicide Prevention Training Programs Suicide Prevention Training Programs are available online and in person for the general public with some specialized courses for those who work with youth and or behavioral health clinicians For more information on available training programs please visit http riyouthsuicideprevention project org https www samhsa gov suicide prevention or http www health ri gov violence about suicide RI Student Assistance Services 732 8680 www risas org A statewide school based alcohol tobacco and other drug abuse prevention early intervention program located in 42 schools across the state This program makes highlytrained student assistance counselors available to students and their families PAGE 68 and practices of nonviolence Street Workers Program a team of community members who teach nonviolence by responding immediately to crisis situations and maintaining a strong presence in the streets as mentors mediators and advocates Prevent Child Abuse 24 Hour Hotline and CyberTipline for reporting child sexual exploitation 800 THE LOST www preventchildabuse org Non profit organization dedicated to helping families raise safe and healthy children by providing free parenting brochures and newsletters to individuals and agencies advocating in our state and local offices on behalf of families and children and educating Rhode Islanders about child abuse neglect issues through public awareness campaigns RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence See information page 66 Sojourner House 861 6191 Shelter Phone 765 3232 www sojournerri org 386 Smith St Providence We are a comprehensive domestic and sexual violence organization We provide shelter housing and empowering supportive services to victims of domestic violence sexual assault and human trafficking and their children throughout the state of Rhode Island We operate the state s largest residential services program for victims of abuse which includes a shelter for women and children the state s only shelter for male identified victims the state s only shelter for victims of human trafficking transitional housing apartments permanent supportive housing apartments and rapid re housing apartments In addition to housing we provide supportive services that assist victims with overcoming the abuse and trauma that they have experienced Supportive services

RESOURCES include one on one advocacy support groups clinical therapy access to basic necessities such as food and toiletries financial literacy education free HIV testing LGBTQ services immigration legal assistance intensive case management legal advocacy services for youth who witness or experience abuse in their homes and professional training and prevention education Sojourner House operates the only drop in center in the greater Providence area giving victims and community members access to critical supports and services when and where they need it most Founded in 1976 our mission is to promote healthy relationships by providing culturally sensitive support advocacy and education for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence and to effect systems change For more information or to talk to an advocate please call our Drop In Center at 401 861 6191 or our Shelter at 401 765 3232 Our Drop In Center is located at 386 Smith Street in Providence and is open Monday through Friday 9am5pm and Thursdays 9am 7pm Our services are available statewide and we have locations in Providence Woonsocket and northwestern Rhode Island St Mary s Home for Children 353 3900 www smhfc org 420 Fruit Hill Ave North Providence Comprehensive treatment facility for boys and girls who may have been traumatized by abuse as well as those experiencing psychiatric and or emotional impacts Children are treated and cared for in both the residential treatment program located in North Providence and the outpatient facility the Shepherd Program located in North Prov Victims of Crime Helpline 24 Hours 1 800 494 8100 Violence and Injury Prevention 222 7627 health ri gov violence Resource of violence and injury prevention programs MORE RESOURCES S UPPORT ADHD CHADD 369 0045 www chadd net 810 Meets first Wednesday of the month 7 9pm at Bradley Hospital Promotes and provides education and support for ADHD in adults and children AIDS Care Ocean State 521 3603 18 Parkis Ave Providence www aidscareos org Arthritis Foundation New England Region Inc 739 3773 2348 Post Road Suite 104 Warwick www arthritis org rhode island Your local Arthritis Foundation chapter offers information programs and services to assist you Asperger Autism Network 617 393 3824 www aane org Support group for parents of adults or older children with Asperger s Disorder Meets second Monday of the month during the school year in the Pine Room at Bradley Hospital Asthma Community Education and CVS pharmacy Draw a Breath Programs 444 8340 The CVS Pharmacy Draw A Breath Program at Hasbro Children s Hospital is designed to help children with asthma improve the management of their condition Visit www lifespan org centersservices community asthmaprograms asthma camp Autism Community Autism Resources 508 379 0371 x11 16 13 www community autism resources com PAGE 69

FAMILY SERVICES Autism Project 785 2666 www theautismproject org 1516 Atwood Ave Johnston See ad page 47 Blindness DHS Services for Children Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired 222 2300 Blindness IN SIGHT 941 3322 43 Jefferson Blvd Warwick www in sight org Family support groups for people with visual impairments or who are legally blind Blindness National Federation of the Blind of RI 433 2606 PO Box 14404 East Providence www nfbri org Brain Injury Assoc of RI 228 3319 www biari org Down Syndrome Society of RI 463 5751 99 Bald Hill Road Cranston www dssri org Epilepsy Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island 888 576 9996 www epilepsynewengland org Ask about our H O P E Helping Other People with Epilepsy Mentoring Program Family Voices of RI 270 0101 www RIPIN org 1210 Pontiac Ave Cranston A national grassroots network of families and friends speaking on behalf of children with special health care needs Provide info education advocacy and support to families and professionals bi monthly newsletter and parent groups 1017 Waterman Ave East Providence See articles pages 19 20 Federation for Children With Special Needs Inc 617 236 7210 Cancer Information Service of the National Cancer Institute 800 4 CANCER Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation 861 4376 Cancer Tomorrow Fund 444 8811 www tomorrowfund org Providing emotional and financial support to families with children undergoing long term cancer treatment in the Tomorrow Fund Clinic at Hasbro Children s Hospital Cystic Fibrosis RI MA Chapter Local chapter 508 655 6000 www cff org chapters mass ri American Diabetes Association ADA 351 0498 ADA s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of those affected by diabetes Monday through Friday 9 5 www diabetes org Decoding Dyslexia 440 2579 www DDRI org Grassroots parents support movement driven by RI families concerned about limitations and educational interventions surrounding dyslexia and comorbid disabilitieis Free support guidance and empowerment PAGE 70 www FCSN org Info referrals and support to parents www gloriagemma org 249 Roosevelt Ave Suite 201 Pawtucket Info resources support and over 20 holistic programs to support mind body and spirit Leukemia Lymphoma Society of America RI Chapter 943 8888 1 800 955 4572 2346 Post Road Suite 202 Warwick www lls org First Connection match recently diagnosed patients with those out of treatment Patient aid self evaluation transportation medication Educational programs Support groups March of Dimes Foundation 454 1911 220 West Exchange St Providence www MarchofDimes com rhodeisland Mental Health Association of RI 726 2285 www mhari org 345 Blackstone Blvd Providence

RESOURCES Mental Health NAMI CAN of Rhode Island 331 3060 www namirhodeisland org Support groups programs for families of children adolescents with mental illnesses neurobiological disorders Muscular Dystrophy Association 732 1910 or 1 800 289 8805 931 Jefferson Blvd Warwick www mda org providence mdausa org Muscular Dystrophy Support Group Hasbro Children s Hospital adults and children welcome The group meets bi monthly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 pm Call for the meeting dates Contact Deborah Bartone RN at 444 5230 National Organization for Rare Disorders NORD 800 999 6673 www rarediseases org Osteogenesis Imperfecta OI Hasbro Children s Hospital OI support group is open to children and adults with OI and their family members The group meets on the first Thursday of the month from 6 30 to 8pm Contact Susan Kortick RN at 444 5794 Phenylketonuria PKU Sponsored by Hasbro Children s Hospital the PKU support group is a group of individuals concerned parents family members and friends supporting educating and advocating for people affected by PKU The group meets on the second Wednesday of the month Contact Julie Johnston RD LDN at 444 8491 Rhode Island Disability Law Center 831 3150 275 Westminster Suite 401 Providence www RIDLC org Rhode Island Housing 457 1234 www rhodeislandhousing org RIHousing provides loans grants education and assistance to help Rhode Islanders find rent buy build and keep a good home Services include mortgage origination homebuyer counseling homeowner and rental assistance lead hazard remediation development financing and the preservation of affordable housing PAGE 71

FAMILY SERVICES Rhode Island School for the Deaf 222 3525 One Corliss Park Providence www rideaf net Sargent Rehabilitation Center 886 6600 www sargentcenter org 800 Quaker Lane Warwick Sargent offers special education services in a day school program to children ages 3 to 21 who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders sensory integration disorders developmental delays language learning disabilities and other neurologic or genetic disorders Also offers programs for young adults and adults who have sustained traumatic brain injuries strokes aneurysms or other neurologic injuries Special Needs Support Group Hasbro Children s Hospital Support group for families and caregivers of children with special healthcare needs is presented in partnership with Rhode Island Parent Information Network and Family Voices The group meets on the first Monday of the month Contact Lisa Landry at 444 8485 Spina Bifida Association 1 800 621 3141 www spinabifidaassociation org The Spina Bifida Support Group Hasbro Children s Hospital support program for families of children with Spina Bifida The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month Group activities include guest speakers off campus trips and a catheterization group Loneliness isolation girls cathing in public social issues bullying and fashion are among the key topics covered Contact Barbara Crosby at 444 3686 United Cerebral Palsy 728 1800 200 Main St Pawtucket www ucpri org GENERAL RESOURCES Bradley Hospital 24 Hour Crisis Support 1 855KIDLINK PAGE 72 Care New England www carenewengland org Backed by a broad range of services primary care surgery cardiovascular care oncology psychiatry behavioral health newborn pediatrics and the full spectrum of women s health services Care New England is reinventing the way health care is delivered partnering with our patients to provide the best care possible while working to create a community of healthier people Care New England is comprised of Butler Kent and Women Infants hospitals The Providence Center VNA of Care New England Care New England Medical Group and Integra For the name of a provider on our staff visit carenewengland org physicians Department of Human Services 462 5300 www dhs ri gov Family Resource Center Hasbro Children s Hospital 444 6090 A library dedicated to providing personalized health information to help parents become active participants in their child s medical care Health Information Line 401 222 5960 RI Relay 711 English and Spanish speaking operators answer questions MondayFriday 8 30am 4 30pm Located at the Rhode Island Department of Health Healthline 1 800 921 9299 Hispanic Healthline 1 888 44MUJER 1 888 446 8537 A Women Infants physician referral and healthline staffed with nurses who can answers questions about your health or that of a loved one For more resources for families including our health reference library classes and programs go to www womenandinfants org

Lifespan Health Connection 444 4800 or 1 800 927 1230 www lifespan org Free service connecting you to Lifespan and partner hospital services events and programs lLifespan Laboratories 793 4242 1 800 980 4244 50 RI Patient Service Center Lab locations no appt required lLifespan Community Health Institute 444 8069 335R Prairie Ave Suite 2B Prov Serving health education needs in our RI communities The Rhode Island Department of Health www health ri gov RESOURCES Paul V Sherlock Center on Disabilities 456 8072 www sherlockcenter org Rhode Island College 600 Mt Pleasant Ave Providence Founded at RIC in 1993 this program is a member of a national network of programs that advance the opportunities for individuals with developmental and other disabilities their families and communities through training and technical assistance Resource library United Way 2 1 1 A free and confidential service that helps people find the local resources that they need 24 7 See ad page 60 A wonderful resource for all of the latest local health information from disease control to early intervention to nutritional guidelines Developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention You can quit Call 1 800 QUIT NOW 1 800 784 8669 www QuitNowRI com PAGE 73

HEALTH CARE HEALTH CARE CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATIONS Why do my children need to be immunized Immunizations also known as vaccinations or baby shots can protect your children from many serious diseases that may cause brain damage heart problems breathing problems lung damage liver damage severe skin scarring arthritis paralysis blindness even death Keeping up with vaccinations is the best way to keep children healthy Which immunizations do my children need All children should be immunized against Diphtheria Tetanus Pertussis Whooping Cough Haemophilus Influenza type b Hib Hepatitis A Hep A Hepatitis B Hep B Human Papillomavirus HPV males and females Measles Mumps Rubella German measles Inactivated Poliovirus Polio Influenza Flu Meningococcal Disease meningitis Pneumococcal Disease PCV Rotavirus Varicella Chickenpox PAGE 74 Are immunizations safe Immunizations are safe and effective Children may experience a lowgrade fever fussiness or soreness at the site where the shot is given Talk to your children s doctor or healthcare provider about what to expect When should my children get their immunizations Your children will get their first immunization at birth They need more at 2 4 6 12 15 and 18 months of age By their second birthday children should be caught up with their baby shots Children need additional shots at 4 6 years of age kindergarten 11 12 years of age 7th grade and 16 years of age 12th grade At every visit ask your healthcare provider when your children need their next immunization How can I keep my children up to date on their immunizations Immunizations are given when a child has a health check up Or you can call your doctor for an immunization catch up visit Your child can be immunized even if he she has a cold or other mild illness It is important to keep all appointments If you miss an appointment schedule a new one right away Do I have to pay for immunizations You do not have to pay to get immunizations In Rhode Island vaccines are provided at no cost to Rhode Island families Most health insurance plans will pay for the office visit

IMMUNIZATIONS Where do I get more information The Health Information Line provides information about programs and services to improve the health of children and families Call 401 222 5960 RI Relay 711 How do I keep track of my children s immunizations Ask your doctor for a copy of your child s immunization record and keep it with other important papers FOR MORE VACCINE INFORMATION The following websites also offer a great deal of wellresearched information on immunizations l American Academy of Pediatrics www aap org l Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Immunization Program cdc gov vaccines l The Immunization Action Coalition www immunize org l Rhode Island Department of Health www health ri gov immunization PAGE 75

Protect Your Family HEALTH CARE S ummer is a wonderful time to enjoy the great outdoors in Rhode Island but there are also some health risks associated with the season The Rhode Island Department of Health offers this information to make families aware of potential dangers and health risks and inform them about how to take proper precautions to prevent disease TICKS Tick borne Diseases Anaplasmosis Ehrlichiosis Babesiosis Lyme Disease Powassan Ticks that carry Lyme disease and other tickborne illnesses can be found in parks playgrounds and backyards but they are most common in very grassy areas and the woods These ticks are hard to see because they can be as small as a poppy seed Prevent tick borne diseases by following these simple steps Avoid Direct Contact with Ticks Avoid wooded and brushy areas with high grass and leaf litter Walk in the center of trails Wear long pants and long sleeves whenever possible Tuck your pants into your socks so ticks don t crawl under your clothes Wear light colored clothing so you can see the ticks more easily Repel Ticks When outdoors use repellents containing DEET picaridin IR3535 some oil of lemon eucalyptus or para menthane diol Follow directions on package Use products that contain permethrin on shoes and clothing PAGE 76 Check for Ticks Bathe or shower as soon as possible after coming indoors preferably within 2 hours to wash off and more easily find ticks that are crawling on you Conduct a full body tick check using a hand held or full length mirror to view all parts of your body upon return from tickinfested areas Examine gear and pets Ticks can ride into the home on clothing and pets then attach to a person later so carefully examine pets coats and day packs Remove Ticks from Your Body Visit http bit ly tickposter to see where to check for ticks To remove an attached tick grasp with tweezers as close as possible to the attachment skin site and pull upward and out with a firm and steady pressure If tweezers are not available use fingers shielded with tissue paper or rubber gloves To learn more visit http health ri gov ticks or the University of Rhode Island Tick Encounter Resource Center at tickencounter org

From Illness This Summer TICKS What You Should Do Put screens on windows and doors Fix screens that have holes Minimize outside activities at sunrise and sundown when mosquitoes who carry WNV or EEE are most active If you must be outside wear long sleeved shirts and long pants and use repellents containing DEET picaridin IR3535 some oil of lemon eucalyptus or para menthane diol Follow directions on the package Put mosquito netting over playpens and baby carriages Get rid of anything around your house and yard that collects water to prevent mosquito breeding Remove any water from unused swimming pools boats or water features and cover them To see RIDOH s series of Tick Free Rhode Island videos explaining how to repel ticks and mosquitoes as well as how to check for and remove ticks visit http health ri gov ticks MOSQUITOES Change the water in birdbaths at least two times a week If you are traveling to an area with Zika See map at http bit ly findzika protect yourself from mosquito bites all day long because the species of mosquitoes that carry Zika Virus are active throughout the day not just at dawn and dusk To learn more see health ri gov zika Mosquito borne Illnesses Eastern Equine Encephalitis EEE West Nile Virus Zika P rotect yourself against mosquitoborne illnesses by using bug spray with DEET avoiding mosquito breeding grounds and taking other preventive measures PAGE 77

HEALTH CARE THE RI DEPT OF HEALTH ENCOURAGES HEPATITIS C TESTING FOR BABY BOOMERS Why should peo ple born during 1945 1965 get tested for Hepatitis C In 2012 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC started recommending Hepatitis C testing for everyone born from 1945 1965 baby boomers While anyone can get Hepatitis C up to 75 of adults infected with Hepatitis C were born from 1945 1965 The reason baby boomers have high rates of Hepatitis C is not completely understood Most boomers are believed to have become infected in the 1970s and 1980s when rates of Hepatitis C were the highest Baby boomers are five times more likely to have Hepatitis C than other adults The longer people live with Hepatitis C undiagnosed and untreated the more likely they are to develop serious life threatening liver disease Liver disease liver cancer and deaths from Hepatitis C are on the rise Getting tested can help people learn if they are infected and get them into lifesaving care and treatment TRANSMISSION How do you get Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is usually spread when blood from a person infected with the Hepatitis C virus enters the body of someone who is not infected This can happen through multiple ways Before widespread screening of the blood supply began in 1992 Hepatitis C was spread through PAGE 78 blood transfusions and organ trans plants Sharing needles or other equipment to inject drugs was and is a very efficient way to transmit the virus People have also become infected with the Hepatitis C virus from body piercings or tattoos that were done in prisons homes or in other unlicensed or informal facilities Although uncommon outbreaks of Hepatitis C have occurred from poor infection control in health care settings In rare cases Hepatitis C may be sexually transmitted Babies born to mothers with Hepatitis C can get infected during childbirth Still many people do not know how or when they were infected Hepatitis C is not spread by casual contact kissing hugging sneezing coughing breastfeeding or sharing food eating utensils or glasses SYMPTOMS Many people with chronic Hepatitis C do not have symptoms and do not know they are infected People with chronic Hepatitis C can live for decades without symptoms or feeling sick When symptoms do appear they often are a sign of advanced liver disease Symptoms of Hepatitis C can include fever fatigue loss of appetite nausea vomiting abdominal pain dark urine grey colored stools joint pain and or jaundice TESTING The only way to know if someone has Hepatitis C is to get tested Doctors use a test called a Hepatitis C Antibody Test to find out if a person has ever been infected with Hepatitis C

Join RIDOH for C is for CURE A WaterFire for RI Defeats Hep C on Aug 3 2019 and get tested for free LIVING WITH CHRONIC HEPATITIS C How is chronic Hepatitis C treated Medications called antivirals can be used to treat chronic Hepatitis C There are several medications available including new treatments that appear to be more effective and have fewer side effects than previous options However not everyone needs or can benefit from treatment It is important to be checked by a doctor experienced in treating chronic Hepatitis C He or she can determine the most appropriate medical care Decisions about starting treatment are based on many factors such as virus type liver condition and other health conditions Discuss with your doctor whether or not to be treated or when to start treatment HEPATITIS C 4 Things You Should Know About VIRAL HEPATITIS 1 Hepatitis A hepatitis B and hepatitis C are all different diseases Each type of hepatitis is caused by a different virus and spread in different ways Hepatitis A does not cause a long term infection although it can make people very sick There have been outbreaks of hepatitis A in 18 states To avoid an outbreak in Rhode Island the Rhode Island Department of Health has been holding immunization clinics to vaccinate at risk populations Hepatitis B and hepatitis C can become chronic life long infections and lead to serious health problems 2 Chronic hepatitis is a leading cause of liver cancer Chronic hepatitis B and C can cause serious damage to the liver including liver damage cirrhosis and even liver cancer In fact more than 60 percent of liver cancer cases are related to hepatitis B or C 3 Most people with chronic To protect your liver you can hepatitis do not know they are Ask your doctor before taking any prescription over the counter medications supplements or vitamins For instance some drugs such as certain pain medications can potentially damage the liver Avoid alcohol since it can increase the speed of liver damage Talk to your doctor about getting vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B TREATMENT Most Rhode Island insurers cover the cost of treatment and there are programs for people without insurance Since 2018 any Rhode Island Medicaid beneficiary living with Hepatitis C and requiring treatment is also covered infected There are an estimated 2 4 million people living with hepatitis C and 862 000 people living with hepatitis B in the United States but most do not know they are infected Many people live with chronic hepatitis for decades without symptoms or feeling sick 4 Getting tested could save your life Lifesaving treatments for chronic hepatitis B can slow down liver damage and new treatments are available that can cure hepatitis C Still getting tested is the only way to know if you are infected Visit health ri gov hep to learn more and take CDC s 5 minute online Hepatitis Risk Assessment to see if you should be vaccinated and or tested for viral hepatitis For more information talk to your healthcare provider visit health ri gov hepc cdc gov hepatitis or call RIDOH at 401 222 5960 PAGE 79

HEALTH CARE T Get Free Help in RI for Nicotine Addiction he Rhode Island Department of Health Tobacco Control Program offers free help to quit smoking and to quit vaping using proven safe and effective cessation methods l Call 1 800 QUIT NOW 1 800 784 8669 Callers get free telephone counseling sessions Cessation counselors may also offer free nicotine replacement therapy NRT such as gum patches and lozenges when available l Spanish speaking smokers may call 1 800 8 DEJALO 1 800 833 5256 l Ask your doctor about QUITWORKS RI Healthcare providers patients can receive free telephone counseling and four week supplies of nicotine replacement therapy when available Discuss quitting options with your doctor and be sure to ask for a referral to QUITWORKS RI so your doctor can follow and support your quit journey Tobacco use is the single most preventable cause of disease disability and death in the United States In Rhode Island 1 800 smoking related deaths occur annually and 480 000 occur throughout the United States More Americans die from smoking related illnesses than from HIV AIDS drug abuse car accidents and homicides combined Tobacco use is linked to many forms of cancer as well as diabetes heart disease high blood pressure and other diseases and chronic conditions The most important thing that smokers can do to protect themselves and others from secondhand smoke exposure is to treat a nicotine addiction safely and effectively Nicotine exposure can harm developing brains of adolescents Parents should refer children who smoke or use any tobacco products including e cigarettes to a pediatrician to seek out age appropriate quit support Parents and teens may also call 1 800 QUIT NOW Extra quit support and motivational tools are also found online l www quitnowri com Get information on free quit resources whether you re insured or uninsured www teen smokefree gov Tailor made for U S teens this website offers free interactive quit support including texting programs and helpful apps and was developed by the National Cancer Institute s NCI Tobacco Control Research Branch PAGE 80

E Cigs KNOW the Facts I E CIGS To Quit Smoking Public Health Experts Recommend Using Safe FDA Approved Products n 2016 the federal government officially declared e cigarettes or electronic nicotine delivery systems ENDS a tobacco product and among other rules prohibited marketing of ENDS products as tobacco cessation tools After nearly a decade of e cigarettes and vaping devices being unregulated some questions about their health and safety continue to be answered To begin with regardless of size shape maker or price the basic components and functions of ENDS products are similar They use electricity usually in battery form to heat a liquefied solution to create aerosol emissions that are inhaled ENDS product liquids often contain flavoring additives and most products contain nicotine Nicotine use in any form is highly addictive and poses health harms especially to youth and young adults While the basic structures and functions of ENDS products are similar their names and terms vary E cigarettes E cigs e hookah hookah pens and more Vapes and vaping are the more commonly used labels that concern public health experts because ENDS products tested in labs in national studies do not contain pure water vapor as some earlier manufacturers had claimed but instead contained harmful chemicals including nickel cadmium lead and formaldehyde i e the embalming fluid which can cause cancer Other studies have found free radicals in emissions likened to heavy air pollution as well as diacetyl a flavoring agent linked to respiratory disease when inhaled In recent years e cigarette product health and safety concerns have been widely reported due to worldwide news reports of exploding batteries travel restrictions issued separately by the Federal Aviation Administration and U S Navy and soaring childhood and pet poisonings from highly concentrated nicotine in e cig liquid flavored like candy In December of 2016 the U S Surgeon General issued a report detailing evidence that warns about potential health harms to youth who use e cigarettes especially from exposure to nicotine that can harm developing adolescent brains until about age 25 or 26 Since August 2016 e cigs have been banned from being sold to minors under age 18 nationwide and online Guidance for smokers ready to quit Public health experts caution that ecigarettes are not yet recognized by the Food and Drug Administration FDA as approved products to help quit smoking combustible or lit cigarettes The U S Preventive Services Task Force one of the United States strongest medical advisory groups in 2016 issued a review of all evidence related to e cigarette use as a smoking cessation aide and advised all healthcare providers to recommend only FDA approved drugbased products proven to help smokers quit or refer patients to behavior modification programs or recommend both approaches Continued next page PAGE 81

HEALTH CARE Tobacco Free Smoke Free Policies Clearing the Air in RI I n Rhode Island public housing authorities have adopted smoke free policies to help protect residents from the dangers of secondhand smoke while some cities and towns have adopted ordinances prohibiting cigarettes and or all tobacco product use in public areas Since July 31 2018 HUD requires that all Public House Authorities PHAs have smoke free policies Learn more at www hud gov smokefree publichousing Secondhand smoke is toxic with roughly 70 known cancer causing agents No amount of secondhand Continued E Cigs FDA approved nicotine replacement therapy NRT products that have been proven to help smokers quit are available as gum patches and lozenges to suit different smokers tastes and preferences while providing low doses of nicotine to cut down on cravings while quitting smoking Additionally doctors can prescribe FDA approved nonnicotine cessation medications to curb and block cravings for cigarettes or other tobacco products and ease symptoms of nicotine withdrawal FDA approved products are often offered free of charge through health and wellness programs or often fall under insurance coverage while that s not the case for e cigarettes For the latest CDC updates visit www cdc gov tobacco basic_ information e cigarettes index htm The Rhode Island Department of Health offers free safe and effective FDA approved nicotine replacement therapy NRT products to smokers trying to quit in two ways PAGE 82 smoke is safe to breathe and it s a known trigger of severe asthma attacks Indoors cigarette smoke drifts through floorboards and ventilation systems No smoking policies that include all tobacco products including e cigarettes help protect the health of the public and deter youth access and use of tobacco products In Rhode Island smoking and vaping are prohibited in the workplace and public places Rhode Islanders can reduce secondhand smoke exposure by adopting smoke free and tobacco free policies in Outdoor workplaces Residential housing College campuses Parks and recreational areas Beaches Businesses Visit livesmokefree ri gov for more information and resources to get started in your community l l Call 1 800 QUIT NOW 1 800 784 8669 Smokers and e cigarette users can get free telephone counseling sessions and may also get free nicotine replacement therapy products such as gum patches and lozenges while supplies last Spanish speaking smokers may call 1 800 8 DEJALO 1 800 833 5256 l QUITWORKS RI Patients can ask their doctors to refer them for free telephone counseling and multiple week supplies of nicotine replacement therapy while supplies last Healthcare providers who wish to participate can visit quitworksri org or more information For parents of children who use tobacco or nicotine in any form including e cigarettes Speak to your child s doctor or pediatrician about effective cessation support options or available interventions or call 1 800 QUIT NOW for local referrals and other guidance

RESEARCH PediMIND Program LGV UDLQV 7UDQVIRUPLQJ 0HQWDO HDOWK DUH Seeking kids to participate in research 8 16 year olds with OR without mental health history 10 17 year olds that self injure via cutting Kids will play special computer games have a brain scan and may be asked to return for follow up visits Children will receive a FREE mental health assessment and families will be compensated for their time plus free parking Interested Call 401 432 1600 Or Scan here WHAT IS A RESEARCH STUDY A research study is an organized activity designed to learn more about a problem or answer questions Many different kinds of studies are conducted For example a study may test if a product such as a drug or equipment is safe and effective A study may be done to find out what education practices work best A study may use a survey or an interview to understand needs problems or feelings people have about an important topic A study may be done to determine the best way to treat or prevent an illness PediMIND org Why volunteer for a study There are many reasons to take part in research You may want to l help scientists find out more about how the human body and mind work l help other people l help find a cure for an illness If you decide to take part in a research study you do so as a VOLUNTEER That means YOU decide whether or not you will take part If you choose to do so you have many important rights from Brown Research Dept PAGE 83

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HOSPITALS xw Butler Hospital 1 844 401 0111 www butler org Butler Hospital is the only private nonprofit psychiatric and substance abuse hospital in Rhode Island and southeastern New England Serving seniors adults young adults and adolescents providing inpatient partial intensive outpatient and outpatient behavioral health services Butler clinicians treat depression anxiety obsessive compulsive disorder bipolar alcohol and drug addictions and other psychiatric disorders Affiliated with Alpert Medical School of Brown University Butler Hospital is a nationally recognized research and teaching institution xw Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital 432 1000 www bradleyhospital org 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Riverside Bradley is a private notfor profit hospital and the nation s first psychiatric hospital devoted exclusively to children and adolescents Established as a national center for training and research in child and adolescent psychiatry Bradley is an affiliate of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and a Lifespan health systems partner Services include emergency crisis management a range of inpatient outpatient partial hospitalization and day treatment child and adolescent services and developmental disabilities programs Bradley Hospital is a place where children who have psychological behavioral developmental or emotional programs can get help HOSPITALS Rhode Island Free Clinic 274 6347 655 Broad Street 3rd Floor Providence www rifreeclinic org Rhode Island Free Clinic provides free comprehensive health care services to uninsured adults in Rhode Island We provide primary care specialty care labs and diagnostics wellness classes as well as medication and Minute Clinic access through our partnership with CVS all for free We are accepting patients Call us to set up an appointment today xw Rhode Island Hospital Hasbro Children s Hospital 444 4000 or 444 KIDS 593 Eddy St Providence www hasbrochildrenshospital org Hasbro Children s Hospital has the area s only pediatric intensive care unit pediatric oncology cardiac and asthma and allergy centers has separate emergency and surgical units designated for pediatric patients and operates specialty clinics treating children ranging in age from newborn to 18 years For more information about our physicians or help choosing a Hasbro Children s Hospital affiliated pediatrician or specialist call our free physician referral service at 444 4800 xw Kent Hospital 737 7000 www kenthospital org Physician Finder 737 9950 Follow us on facebook and twitter kenthospital PAGE 85

HEALTH CARE w The Miriam Hospital www lifespan org 793 2500 164 Summit Avenue Providence The Miriam Hospital is a private not for profit hospital It is a major teaching affiliate of the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and is committed to being at the forefront of medical research Our patients benefit from the latest in medical treatments provided by leading physicians xw Newport Hospital 846 6400 www newporthospital org Newport Hospital is the only acute care hospital serving the people of Newport County Its wide array of health services include an emergency department an award winning birthing center advanced surgical services a renowned rehabilitation division four affiliated primary care practices seeing patients of all ages and a full choice of specialty outpatient practices xw Our Lady of Fatima Hospital 456 3000 www fatimahospital com xw Rhode Island Hospital 444 4000 www rhodeislandhospital org xw Roger Williams Medical Center 456 2000 www rwmc org xw St Joseph Hospital 334 3803 www saintjosephri com PAGE 86 RI REACH 270 0101 https ripin org services services Helps Rhode Islanders access healthcare or health insurance including resolving insurance company denials complications with HealthSource RI and Medicaid medical bills and more w South County Hospital 782 8000 www southcountyhealth org South County Health SCH is a fullservice healthcare resource providing southern Rhode Island with a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient outpatient and home health services Made of up four components SCH includes South County Hospital South County Home Health visiting nurse services South County Medical Group primary care and specialty practices and South County Surgical Supply home medical supplies At the center of SCH South County Hospital located at 100 Kenyon Avenue Wakefield is an independent non profit acute care hospital offering the latest advancements in medical and surgical technologies including robotic assisted orthopedic urologic and general surgery and a comprehensive cancer care center see ads on pages 4 87 and 95 xw Thundermist Health Care 767 4100 www thundermisthealth org Woonsocket West Warwick and Wakefield Thundermist Health Center cares for more than 45 000 Rhode Islanders each year We provide comprehensive health care services to meet the needs of our community These services include medical care dental care walk in medical care behavioral health services school based health care and pharmacy We employ health care providers in the specialty areas of family medicine

pediatrics obstetrics gynecology internal medicine and geriatric care Thundermist Health Center accepts all patients regardless of their insurance or financial status We offer a sliding scale discount program for patients with or without insurance w The Westerly Hospital Tip HOSPITALS All of our local hospitals have websites which detail their extensive services answer many medical questions provide referral information and community outreach programs 596 6000 www westerlyhospital org xw Women Infants Hospital 274 1100 www womenandinfants org Physician Referral Healthline 1 800 921 9299 Follow us on facebook and twitter womenandinfants Spread kindness wherever you go Alan Shawn Feinstein Because your health is our primary focus Our board certified primary care physicians and nurse practitioners help all ages maintain optimal health New patients welcome www southcountyhealth org East Greenwich 3461 South County Trail 401 471 6760 Wakefield 70 Kenyon Avenue 401 789 8543 Westerly 268 Post Road 401 604 2530 PAGE 87

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HEALTH INSURANCE HEALTH INSURANCE Contact the RI Department of Human Services at 1 855 697 4347 or visit online at dhs ri gov to learn more about your options Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI 401 459 1000 Bcbsri com 500 Exchange Street Providence RI 02903 Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your family is covered for medical care large and small See all the plans and the added perks at bcbsri com Helping you get more health from your health plan It s what we live for See ad previous page HealthSource RI 1 855 840 HSRI 4774 www healthsourceri com Rhode Island s health insurance marketplace Subsidized health insurance plans are available through the Affordable Care Act based on individual or family income Neighborhood Health Plan of RI 1 800 459 6019 www nhpri org 910 Douglas Pike Smithfield RI Low or No Cost Health Insurance for Kids and Families if you qualify See ad previous page RIPIN Call Center 401 270 0101 Helps consumers with accessing healthcare or health insurance resolving insurance company denials complications with HealthSource RI and Medicaid medical bills and more Call or email callcenter ripin org See ad page RIte Care Health Insurance 1 855 697 4347 www dhs ri gov For uninsured children families and pregnant women Income guidelines RIte Share Premium Assistance Program 1 855 697 4347 www dhs ri gov For help paying for health insurance through your employer Must meet income eligibility UnitedHealthcare Community Plan 1 800 587 5187 www uhccommunityplan com ri 75 Kilvert St Warwick PAGE 89

HEALTH CARE NUTRITION WELLNESS Also see Activities section Care New England Wellness Center 732 3066 www wellnessctr org 2191 Post Rd Warwick Nutrition and diabetes counseling fitness cardiac maintenance and health education Call for calendar of events Health Education Women Infants 276 7800 Offers daytime and evening classes Many classes are also offered in Spanish To register for Spanish classes call our Spanish educator at 1 888 44mujer or 277 3613 Women Infants Medical Office PAGE 90 HAVE A CHILD WITH DIABETES Call us for a free kit on learning about living with diabetes 351 0498 OR 1 800 DIABETES Buildings located in E Greenwich 886 4200 and South County 782 6866 lNutrition Services 274 1122 x47314 The foods you choose to eat can have a profound effect on your health and well being At Women Infants Nutrition Services Department we can help you learn to make healthy food choices for yourself and your family We work closely with your physician or other health provider to develop a personalized nutrition care plan for you

lWIC Program 222 5960 for RIteCare Referrals See ad previous page Meeting Street Healthy Kids Bootcamp 533 9104 www meetingstreet org 1000 Eddy St Providence A group designed to address obesity nutrition endurance health and activity of daily living issues related to heightened BMIs see ad below Newport Hospital 845 6400 www newporthospital org Free monthly community lecture series on health and wellness topics supervised exercise and walking programs safe sitter classes more Nutrition and Weight Center Care NE 732 3066 NUTRITION WELLNESS Nutrition Counseling Women Infants Hospital 274 1122 x 47314 Nutrition counseling services including a personalized nutrition care plan education monitoring RIPIN Community Health Network 432 7217 Free or low cost evidence based health and wellness programs proven to work for people with chronic conditions such as arthritis pre diabetes diabetes asthma heart disease and depression Programs are also available to help improve balance prevent falls manage chronic paid quit tobacco use and provide support to caregivers Healthy Steps Program offers private nutritional counseling SNAP Outreach Project Formerly the Food Stamp Program provides assistance to families throughout the state answering questions about SNAP and providing application assistance to those interested in applying Recipients receive additional resources to purchase food and frees up cash normally spent on food for non food purchases When people are going through tough times SNAP benefits can help them buy the food they need to stay healthy And when folks use their SNAP card to buy groceries they aren t just helping themselves they are also supporting local grocers and the local economy SNAP benefits are available to any low income person or family that meets the eligibility guidelines To find out more information and see if you qualify call the URI SNAP Outreach Project toll free at 1 866 306 0270 or visit www eatbettertoday com PAGE 91

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NUTRITION WELLNESS Food On The Move The Healthy Option Food on the Move brings fresh fruits and vegetables to people that need it the most because everyone deserves healthy food One in eight Rhode Islanders is food insecure or lacking reliable access to nutritious food Our Food on the Move year round mobile markets aim to reduce food insecurity Food on the Move brings markets to residents in senior and disabled housing sites a community health center and a local library We double the value of SNAP Food Stamp recipients dollars when they purchase fresh produce from our markets for every dollar spent on produce SNAP recipients receive another dollar for produce purchases To best serve a very diverse community with a large population of immigrants from countries such as Dominican Republic Portugal Puerto Rico Cuba Colombia Guatemala Mexico Haiti and Africa Food on the Move offers culturally appropriate fruits and vegetables We offer green and yellow plantains malanga root yucca root and mangos which are very popular among the diverse population we serve To grow our customer s knowledge of food literacy we partner with the University of Rhode Island SNAP Ed program which offers bilingual cooking demonstrations and SNAP education to guide our customer into a healthier eating habit To find a Food on the Move market near you visit https riphi org cpt_programs food move Food on the Move is a program of the Rhode Island Public Health Institute RIPHI Whether it s clinical research healthy food accessibility or assisting with combating nutrition related chronic illnesses the mission of RIPHI s programs are to Promote community health and to eliminate health disparities in Rhode Island and beyond PAGE 93

HEALTH CARE The South County Health Medical Wellness Center 471 6740 3461 South County Trail Rt 2 in E Greenwich offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services including Express Care Family Medicine women s health cardiology digital mammography ultrasound bone densitometry a fully accredited medical laboratory x ray anti coagulation management and other medical specialities see ad pages 4 87 and 95 South County Health Medical Wellness Center 604 2500 The South County Health Medical Wellness Center located at 268 Post Rd in Westerly Rt 1 offers a range of medical services including Express Care women s health lab services 3D digital mammography x ray ultrasound primary care orthopedics cardiology and much more It s a one stop shop for nearly all of your medical needs see ad pages 4 87 and 95 South County Hospital Fitness Programs 782 8020 x 3484 Exercise Programs Our Wellness and Fitness Center a full service state of the art gym is staffed by trained exercise physiologists who work with you to design an effective personalized exercise program Ongoing offered year round Monday Friday 6 30am6pm See ad pages 4 87 and 95 PAGE 94 PREGNANCY WOMEN S HEALTH Birth Parent Counseling Program 276 4300 www cfsri org Children s Friend 153 Summer Street in Providence If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy our sensitive caring counselors provide individual help so that you can evaluate your options and choose what is best for you and your child Harmony Women s Care Center 941 4357 www harmonycareri org Harmony Women s Care offers pregnancy evaluations that include a pregnancy test an ultrasound and STI testing and treatment for chlamydia and gonorrhea Our services are free and confidential and give you the information you need to know what options are right for you We also offer free abortion after care see ad page 96 Kent Hospital Women s Care Center 736 BABY 2229 kentri org womenscarecenter The center is dedicated primarily to the care of women and their newborns providing comprehensive maternal and child health services They also offer numerous educational programs on topics ranging from parenting classes lactation support childbirth programs and sibling class

Lifespan Women s Medicine Collaborative 793 5700 146 West River Street Providence www womensmedicine org A multispecialty center dedicated to meeting the health care needs of women 18 years and older We offer a full range of services including a Lifestyle Medicine Center featuring yoga massage mindfulness based stress reduction group nutrition classes Newport Hospital 845 1110 The Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center www newporthospital org birthing center html Provides gentle respectful familycentered care in tune with your individual needs and preferences Our newly renovated facility offers attractive private suites many with water views and a peaceful homelike environment supported by state of the art technology and med PREGNANCY ical expertise Our team includes board certified obstetricians pediatricians a certified nurse midwife and a highly rated nursing staff with national certification in obstetrical nursing Teen and Family Development These programs from the R I Dept Human Services provide support to pregnant and parenting teens on health and parenting issues preventing future pregnancies finishing school and exploring vocational options Comprehensive Community Action Cranston 467 9610 www comcap org Also 211 has finalized an excellent resource for all Rhode Islanders seeking supports it is called the comprehensive support service directory see ad page 60 Because you re cared for in mind body and spirit 401 789 0661 www southcountyhealth org Wakefield East Greenwich Westerly PAGE 95

HEALTH CARE Planned Parenthood of Southern New England 421 9620 www ppsne org 175 Broad Street Providence Comprehensive family planning and reproductive health services to more than 9 000 women men and young people each year Our health center has a professionally trained staff of gynecologists nurse practitioners registered nurses medical assistants and educators who understand the importance of reproductive health care Sexuality Education Addresses the specific health care needs of women men and youth through culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate programs The program covers a variety of reproductive health issues selfesteem family planning healthy relationships health screenings and health care advocacy The program includes communication skill development to improve partner and family relationships For education training and workshops call 401 421 7820 ext 4 Pregnancy Center of Westerly 596 2880 111 High St Westerly Small group of women dedicated to helping other women through the turmoil and joys of a difficult pregnancy Free pregnancy testing counseling support materials and resources RI Birth Network 440 5454 www ribirth net Your comprehensive resource for pregnancy birth and postpartum Our website offers education tools options and support for natural medical epidural and planned births The Provider Directory offers referrals for all of your health needs Memberships are available for professionals and the general public Events and workshops are listed on our website Home and Facebook page South County Hospital Childbirth Education 792 BABY 2229 The Center for Women s Health Childbirth Preparation Programs offer a full spectrum of classes including childbirth preparation parenting classes breastfeeding support New Mom s Club infant child CPR postpartum exercise and much more provided by a highly experienced dedicated and caring staff For a full listing visit www southcountyhealth org see ad pages 4 87 95 Visiting Nurse of Newport Bristol Counties 682 2100 www visitingnursehh org 1184 East Main Rd PO Box 690 Portsmouth Provide skilled home care services to women with highrisk pregnancies premature infants and early maternity discharge They also provide nursing care and education for C section wounds breastfeeding difficulties and infants young children with health issues PAGE 96

Women Infants Hospital Childbirth and Parenting classes 276 7800 Offering daytime and evening classes including Childbirth Preparation Caring For You and Your Infant Breastfeeding Hospital Tour Grandparents Siblings CPR First Aid CPR Financial Workshop and Babysitting Many classes are also offered in Spanish To register for Spanish classes call our Spanish educator at 1 888 44mujer or 277 3613 Diabetes Management During Pregnancy 274 1122 x42930 Pregnancy Nutrition Class 274 1122 x42749 Day Program 274 1122 x42870 Cooperative Care Bldg 2 Dudley St 1st floor Providence Intensive treatment program for expectant and new mothers who are struggling with depression anxiety or other behavioral health issues BREASTFEEDING INFORMATION SUPPORT SUPPLIES Breastfeeding Warm Lines Mothers may call any of these numbers with questions or concerns about breastfeeding Prenatal classes post partum support groups and out patient lactation visits may also be available Hospital Kent County 737 7010 x3332 Leave a message and a lactation consultant will call you back Medical Center Landmark 769 4100 x2218 24 hour call in assistance of RI Memorial Hospital 24 hour call in assistance 729 2291 BREAST FEEDING Newport Hospital 845 1110 24 hour call in assistance free breastfeeding support group facilitated by certified lactation consultants breastfeeding classes and consultations infant care classes County Hospital South Lactation Consultant 788 1226 Leave a message and a lactation consultant will call you back Women Infants Hospital l Warm Line 800 711 7011 Call with questions Monday Friday 9am 9 pm Saturday and Sunday 9am 5pm After hours leave a message and a nurse will return your call Services in English and Spanish l Breastfeeding Support Services 1 800 711 7011 l Nursing Moms Etc 453 7940 A specialty store servicing needs of breastfeeding moms premature infants and newborns Healthy Babies Happy Moms Inc 884 8273 www healthybabieshappymoms com Health Information Line 1 401 222 5960 RI Relay 711 Answers to breastfeeding questions and referrals to local resources including the Rhode Island WIC Program English and Spanish Visit health ri gov breastfeeding for breastfeeding information and resources for Rhode Island mothers La Leche League Helpline 1 800 La Leche www llli org Dedicated to providing mother to mother support information and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed Note Contact La Leche League for updated group meeting days times and locations PAGE 97

EDUCATION EDUCATION Let s Learn Together Bristol Warren COZ Patricia Brissette Bristol Warren Resosurce Center 50 Asylum Road Warren Phone 245 1460 x8077 Central Falls COZ Maria Betancur Registration Outreach Center 949 Dexter Street Central Falls Phone 721 2885 Cranston COZ PUBLIC SCHOOLS Grace Swinski Cranston Family Center 50 Gladstone Street Cranston Phone 270 8211 Make the time to visit schools in your area Know your child and his or her needs Ask questions Get involved Stay involved Visit our website www ride ri gov Also visit the section on Charter Schools on page 98 Charter Schools are Public Schools Middletown COZ Report Card RI North Kingstown COZ https reportcard ride ri gov Great resource for information on all of the public schools in RI and how they are performing Child Opportunity Zone COZ www ripcs org Rhode Island s Child Opportunity Zones COZs are a full service community school model of schoollinked family centers that bring schools families and communities together to promote success in school for all children and youth COZs are welcoming places in or near schools where families can access education health and social service programs supports and referrals to address barriers to student achievement at the highest levels Each COZ bases its coordinated system of services programs and supports on the individual needs and resources of its schools families and community PAGE 98 Abigail Dunn 1113 Aquidneck Ave Middletown Cell 401 261 6773 Newport Family COZ Christine Arouth Newport Family and Child Opportunity Zone 35 Dexter Street Newport Phone 842 1925 x1 Office of Family Learning NKSD 50 East Court North Kingstown Phone 541 6353 Pawtucket COZ Mary Parella Pawtucket School Dept 286 Main Street Pawtucket Phone 729 6293 Providence COZ Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island 220 Elmwood Avenue Providence Phone 784 8764 Westerly COZ Joan Serra Tower Street School Community Center 93 Tower Street Westerly Phone 348 2790 Woonsocket COZ Terry Curtin Connecting for Children Families 46 Hope Street Woonsocket Phone 766 3384

A Word from the Education Commissioner PUBLIC SCHOOLS We Are Here To Support Your Student s Success It is an honor to have this opportunity to speak to the families of Rhode Island I myself am new to the state having started as Education Commissioner in May 2019 But I am not new to the role of mother and advocate for my children s interests at school We believe in you and know that you know best what your child needs to reach their full potential We have develop thoughtful and comprehensive options to make sure that there is a school that best meets the needs of your son or daughter Rhode Island has strong and successful traditional public schools charter schools and state schools that can help your son or daughter achieve their goals These schools are available to you at no cost regardless of where you live For those of you with younger children I d like to point out that Rhode Island is 1 of only 3 states that meet national quality benchmarks for Pre K programs If you re looking for a Pre K program be sure to ask if they are a state funded PreK to ensure it meets these benchmarks In recent years education leaders have done a lot of work to make sure that schools support your needs and goals instead of you needing to conform to the needs and goals of your schools One example is career and technical education or CTE Over the last five years Rhode Island has become a leader in CTE This is definitely not the vocational education we were raised on It s a whole new ballgame In addition to traditional programming like construction we now have a host of programs that prepare students to Rhode Island has strong and successful traditional public schools charter schools and state schools that can help your son or daughter achieve their goals These schools are available to you at no cost regardless of where you live succeed in engineering computer science cybersecurity and health care These are the quality careers in growing fields Our programs which are offered in CTE Centers comprehensive high schools and at the state operated Davies Tech and the Met School are preparing students for both college and career success Each of the students completing these programs graduates high school with college credit the credentials to get a job to support themselves and work based learning experience Additionally we know that many students only need an extra course or two to help them achieve their goals To support them we developed the PrepareRI Dual Enrollment Fund and the Rhode Island Advanced Course Network These opportunities provide you the opportunity to take valuable college and career preparation courses at no cost to you or your family You can learn more about the full range of career training opportunities by visiting www Prepare RI org Continued next page PAGE 99

PUBLIC SCHOOLS Continued Message from the Education Commissioner Despite the options available to our students there is always more work to do to make Rhode Island schools even better We owe it to all our students to ensure the foundation of their education is strong We are working to address proficiency and ensure all our students meet our expectations and can do the work in literacy mathematics and science Further we need to do more to support our multi lingual learners and differently abled students We are looking at ways to create more programming in schools that see languages as an asset and support multilingual learners to achieve their goals in content and in languages This will be key to student success as well as to long term success for our entire state Our differently abled students can and do succeed With interventions and support they are often capable of doing more than we think and deserve engagement with quality instructional materials It s important for all our communities to begin with a foundation of high quality and culturally responsive instructional materials and engaging instruction and build from there No matter where you live or where your student goes to school one thing remains true Your involvement is key to their success Volunteer in the classroom attend school committee meetings and let your principal and teachers know what s on your mind You are your child s best advocate and I am counting on you to hold all of us accountable for his or her success l Ang lica Infante Green Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education PAGE 100 CHARTER SCHOOLS R hode Island s charter public school initiative celebrates 20 years this year The RI General Assembly passed the law in 1995 and the first charter public school opened in 1997 Charter schools are public schools open to the public funded by the public and accountable to the public Rhode Island currently has 25 charter public schools 18 of which belong to the RI League of Charter Schools the remaining schools are Mayoral Academy Charters that are not in our organization See the list of our 18 member schools Charter schools are independent public schools of choice which are allowed to be innovative and are responsible for student achievement Charter schools are intended to be vanguards laboratories and an expression of the on going and vital state interest in the improvement of education Charter schools foster a partnership between parents teachers and students to create an environment in which parents can be more involved teachers are given the freedom to innovate and students are provided the structure they need to learn This holds all groups accountable for the most important goal improving student achievement l For more information on the 18 member schools go to www richarterschools com

FEINSTEIN JR SCHOLARS T H E F E I N S T E I N F O U N D AT I O N ionnss atio tullat graatu Conngr Co to all of the Heellppiinng too be ttteerr thhe liivees es of othherrss iss thhe grreeaateesstt of allll achhiieeveem menntss ARSS A LAR S IN JUNIOR SCHOLLA FEINSTE Thank you for your good deeds We are so proud of you Ala lan n Sh Shawn n Fe Fein insstte teiin in HOW CAN I REPLACE REPLLLAACE MY CHILD S JUNIOR SCHOLAR SCH OLA LLAA R CARD If your child goes to a Feinstein Leadership School they may ask the front desk for a replacement card as we provide extra Or you may send a stamped self addressed envelope to The Feinstein Foundation 37 Alhambra Circle Cranston RI 02905 CAN MY CHILD GET A JUNIOR SCHOLA LLAA R CAR RD SCHOLAR CARD ATTEND IF HE SHE DOES NOT AAT T TEND A FEINSTEIN LEADERSHIP SCHOOL If your child is between the ages of 4 13 and commits to doing good deeds you can apply for a Trial Junior Scholar Card by sending a letter about these good deeds to the address above 4401 467 5155 0 1 4 6 7 5 1 5 5 G FFeinsteinFoundation org ei n st ei n Fou nd at i on or g PAGE 101

EDUCATION CHARTER SCHOOLS For more information on Charter Schools visit www ride ri gov StudentsFamilies RIPublicSchools CharterSchools lAcademy for Career Exploration ACE 456 1738 155 Harrison St Providence lBeacon Charter High School for the Arts 671 6261 www beaconart org 320 Main St Woonsocket l Blackstone Academy Charter School 726 1750 www blackstoneacademy org 334 Pleasant St Pawtucket lBlackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy www blackstonevalleyprep org l Kingston Hill Academy 783 8282 www kingstonhill org 850 Stony Fort Rd Saunderstown l The Learning Community 722 9998 www thelearningcommunity com 21 Lincoln Ave Central Falls lNew England Laborers Cranston Public Schools Construction Career Academy 270 8692 www nelscharterschool net 4 Sharpe Drive Cranston Elementary School 1 l Elementary School 2 www paulcuffee org 291 Broad St Cumberland Paul Cuffee School 7 Fatima Drive Cumberland Elementary 453 2626 Middle School Middle 453 2711 335 3133 3 Fairlawn Way Lincoln 475 2680 lThe Compass School 788 8322 www compassschool org 537 Old North Rd Kingston l The Greene School 397 8600 www tgs org 94 John Potter Rd Unit 3 West Greenwich l Highlander Charter School 277 2600 www highlandercharter org 42 Lexington Ave Providence l Hope Academy 533 9192 www hopeacademyri org 1000 Eddy St Prov l International Charter School 721 0824 www internationalcharterschool org 334 Pleasant St Pawtucket PAGE 102 459 Promenade St Providence 30 Barton St Providence High 781 2727 544 Elmwood Ave Providence lThe RI Nurses Institute Middle College Charter School 680 4900 www rinimc org 150 Washington St Providence lThe Segue Institute for Learning 721 0964 www segueifl org 325 Cowden St Central Falls lTimes2 Academy 272 5094 www times2 org 50 Fillmore St Providence lTrinity Academy for the Performing Arts 432 7881 www tapaprovidence org 158 Messier St Prov

PRIVATE SCHOOLS PRIVATE SCHOOLS By understanding your child s needs and knowing the strengths and weaknesses of individual schools you can make smart choices And don t let the tuition scare you Your child may qualify for scholarships financial aid etc Providence North Angel Care Montessori 273 5151 angelcaremontessori com 150 Waterman Street Providence 18 months 2 5 yrs Angel Care helps children develop a sense of independence self esteem and sense of accomplishment through the carefully planned environment so that children can reach their maximum potential laying the foundation for all later learning The Carter School 533 9100 1000 Eddy Street Providence www meetingstreet org The Carter School s innovative approach to education extends far beyond the classroom door The Carter School integrates education therapy and work experiences to prepare students with significant and complex cognitive physical and medical needs from 9th grade to 22 years old to pursue a range of possibilities when they graduate Our unique 4 center approach supports education vocational opportunities and daily living activities tailored to the student s specific interests and abilities Community Preparatory School 521 9696 135 Prairie Ave Providence www communityprep org Serving students in grades 4 8 CPS challenges students to become confident independent learners and develops a strong sense of public service in students through community service and stewardship It engages parents students and teachers in goal setting and planning in an effort to ensure academic and social success for each student see ad next page The French American School of RI 274 3325 75 John Street Providence www fasri org Pre School Grade 8 The French American School of Rhode Island FASRI founded in 1994 is located on the east side of Providence Our international community is comprised of faculty staff parents and students representing over 30 cultures and nationalities Our multi lingual graduates are open minded adaptable and curious thinkers who are aware of other cultures and perspectives Accredited by the State of RI the National Association of Independent Schools NEASC and the French Ministry of National Education You don t need to know French to learn more about our unique program we welcome visitors please reach out to admissions fasri org PAGE 103

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS The Grace School 533 9100 1000 Eddy Street Providence www thegraceschool org At The Grace School we foster both academic excellence and individual growth in children of all abilities We do this through inclusive classrooms that combine rigorous academics with a culture of compassion for children in kindergarten through grade 8 Meeting Street started The Grace School as an extension of its highly acclaimed and nationally accredited Early Learning Center Having honed and developed our inclusive model for more than 20 years The Grace School has a commitment to personal growth and academic success no matter where a child s ability is to meet or exceed grade level expectations see ad page 103 The Henry Barnard School 456 8127 600 Mt Pleasant Ave Prov Prek 5 henrybarnardschool org The Henry Barnard School enjoys a long tradition of exemplary instruction and curriculum innovation Located on the campus of Rhode Island College Henry Barnard is a laboratory school for teacher preparation programs in the Feinstein School of Education Human Development See ad below The Jewish Community Day School of Rhode Island JCDS 751 2470 85 Taft Ave Providence PreK 5th Grade www jcdsri com JCDSRI prepares confident collaborative critical thinkers for the twenty first century We employ a progressive curriculum that nurtures each student s innate creativity and curiosity while promoting academic rigor and developing personal character see ad next page PAGE 105

EDUCATION Lincoln School 331 9696 301 Butler Ave Providence www lincolnschool org Lincoln School is an independent college preparatory school for girls in Grades 1 12 with coeducational pre school programs for girls and boys from infancy through pre Kindergarten Relying upon our Quaker heritage our curriculum produces leaders who truly are citizens of the world The Montessori Children s House 331 6120 518 Lloyd Avenue on the East Side of Providence Preschool through Grade 3 Ages 3 12 montessorichildrenshouse org office montessorichildrenshouse org The Montessori Children s House is a school dedicated to providing an intellectually stimulating and emotionally calming atmosphere in which children can become self directed learners and make Maria Montessori s dream of a peaceful world a reality Where Qu Q aker Educ ati confide fidence ce and ndd ch charara Now Enroll Nurse u sery G Grade rade a d e 12 Call 4 401 831 7350 or visit mosesbrown org to apply today Co ed Nurser y Grade 12 MOSES M O SE S B BRO RO OW WN S SCHO CHO C HOOL OOL A Friends School est t 1784 t 7 PAGE 106

Moses Brown 831 7350 250 Lloyd Avenue Providence N 12 www mosesbrown org A school of tradition and innovation with a mission to inspire the inner promise of each student and instill the utmost care for learning people and place Enrolling 770 girls and boys in a challenging and broad college prep program see ad previous page The Providence Center School 276 4531 520 Hope Street Providence www tpcschool org The Providence Center School serves children 3 21 years of age who struggle with emotional social and behavioral issues The school develops individual education plans for each student Our goal is to prepare students to be successful learners and return them to their neighborhood school Providence Hebrew Day School 331 5327 450 Elmgrove Ave Providence Pre K 12 www phdschool org Providence Hebrew Day School offers a quality Secular studies program along with a comprehensive traditional Jewish studies curriculum in a warm and personal learning environment School One High School 331 2497 220 University Ave Providence Grades 9 12 www school one org Our dynamic inviting community empowers its diverse students to take responsibility for their learning through challenging creative and personalized educational programs in order to prepare for productive futures self reliance commit to important ideas and contribute to the world in useful ways Wheeler School 421 8100 216 Hope St Providence N 12 www wheelerschool org A progressive college prep school with emphasis on academics arts and athletics Includes a special division The Hamilton School grades 1 8 for students with learning differences PRIVATE SCHOOLS East Bay Gordon School 434 3833 45 Maxfield Ave E Providence Nursery Grade 8 gordonschool org We challenge students to develop their full potential by inspiring their minds and imaginations nurturing an interest in life long learning and involvement Ocean State Montessori School 434 6913 100 Grove Avenue E Providence Preschool Grade 6 www oceanstatemontessori org The Ocean State Montessori School fosters independence self esteem and a lifelong love of learning by providing an academically excellent and nurturing Montessori environment for children in preschool through sixth grade see ad next page The Pennfield School 849 4646 110 Sandy Point Ave Portsmouth Preschool age 3 8th grade www pennfield org We provide students with the academic skills to thrive at the secondary school level Science labs Spanish arts music technology round out the curriculum The Providence Country Day School 438 5170 660 Waterman Ave E Providence Coeducational school grades 6 12 www providencecountryday org By meeting high standards for academic achievement ethical behavior and community participation PCD students grow with confidence and prepare for a lifetime of learning and leadership St Andrew s School 246 1230 63 Federal Rd Barrington 6 12 and post grad standrews ri org College preparatory curriculum honors courses a community service program competitive athletics and intramurals visual and performing arts and innovative support programs for students with mild language based learning disabilities PAGE 107

EDUCATION St George s 847 7565 372 Purgatory Rd Middletown Grades 9 12 www stgeorges edu Affiliated with the Episcopal church our co educational independent residential school emphasizes academics in a college prep program St Mary Academy Bay View 434 0013 www bayviewacademy org Educating girls since 1874 St Mary Academy Bay View is an independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from preschool through grade 12 In the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy we offer a blended learning curriculum to foster critical thinking in a creative learning environment We are committed to empowering each student to be a confident independent compassionate and socially conscious young woman who fully lives her faith see ad this page PAGE 108

PRIVATE SCHOOLS St Michael s Country Day School 849 5970 180 R I Ave Newport Grades Pre School 3 years old through grade 8 www smcds org A non denominational co educational independent school The program encourages high academic artistic athletic and ethical standards essential for success in a complex and changing world see ad next page St Philomena School 683 0268 324 Cory s Lane Portsmouth PreSchool grade 8 www saintphilomena org St Philomena is a private Catholic school of 492 boys and girls founded in 1953 by the Society Sisters Faithful Companions of Jesus Under the guidance and leadership of the FCJ Sisters the school educates the whole child spiritually intellectually emotionally and physically see ad this page The Wolf School 432 9940 215 Ferris Ave E Prov K 8 www thewolfschool org The Wolf School is dedicated to providing an educational environment where K 8 students with complex learning differences become successful secure learners Our intensive and integrated model enables children to discover and utilize their strengths and talents by meeting their academic social and emotional needs Special Education certified in both RI MA see ad and article next page West Bay South County Meadowbrook Waldorf School 491 9570 300 Kingstown Road Richmond Early childhood to grade 8 www meadowbrookschool com The Meadowbrook Waldorf School is an independent private school providing an educational program which integrates the arts sciences and humanities CATHOLIC SCHOOLS The Diocese of Providence sponsors 58 Catholic elementary and secondary schools serving more than 17 000 students in grades Pre K to 12 Catholic schools emphasize Christian values and academic excellence in small school communities All Catholic schools are required to be independently accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges For more information call 401 278 4550 cso dioceseofprovidence org or visit us at www catholicschools org PAGE 109

EDUCATION A Mind is a Difficult Thing to Remind Helping Your Child Build EXECUTIVE FUNCTION SKILLS D oes your child struggle to remember the instructions you just told him Does it look like a hurricane blew through her room no matter how many times you ask her to clean it These behaviors may be indicators that your child is struggling with executive function Executive function skills are used every day but can be a challenge for children with learning or attention issues Here s how you can help Working Memory Poor working memory makes it difficult to follow directions and store information in an organized manner The key to improving working memory is to present information in new ways For example if you want your child to clean her room take a picture of a desk or closet when it is organized to show her what it will look like when the area is clean Have a checklist by the door to ensure they have everything for the school day or attach a laminated picture to a backpack or sports bag to show your child what needs to be inside Flexible Thinking Children who struggle with executive function don t easily adapt to change or an unseen obstacle To help this encourage your child to practice flexible thinking Continued on page 112 Think difffeerently Learn ddifffeerently the Wo of ol School Private K 8 spe special education school thewolfschool org 215 Ferris Ave enue East Providence Rhode Island d 02916 401 432 9940 PAGE 110

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Prout School 789 9262 4640 Tower Hill Rd Wakefield www theproutschool org We are Southern RI s only Catholic High School The Prout School is a vibrant Catholic community that prepares the whole person for productive membership in the global community by fostering quality in spiritual academic artistic and athletic pursuits Quest Montessori 783 3222 1150 Boston Neck Road Narragansett www questschool org RI s only Accredited Montessori school for children 18 months 8th grade Thoughtfully preparing students for high school and beyond through interactive educational experiences that ensure students grow to become navigators critical thinkers citizens and communicators see ad this page PAGE 111

EDUCAITON Continued Executive Function Skills It may be beneficial for your child if you occasionally switch up your routine If you always have pizza on Friday nights switch it up to pasta Even minor changes to the routine can help your child learn to go with the flow Self Control A child who struggles with executive function skills may also exhibit impulsive behavior or trouble regulating emotions Encourage your child to practice mindfulness as a way of regaining control Try a Wolf School favorite Have your child sit in a comfortable position with her hands facing up on her knees and close her eyes As she takes a deep breath in have her tap her thumb to her remaining fingers and say a positive mantra like I am so calm Have her repeat this a few times Struggles with executive function can impact every aspect of life but with these tips you can work with your child to help strengthen their skills l The Wolf School in East Providence is a K 8 private special education school serving Complex Learners http www thewolfschool org Home Schooling Before you say NO WAY find out more Your local school department is also available for more information ENRICHri www enrichri org PO Box 1151 Coventry info enrichri org ENRICHri is a secular homeschooling group in RI and Southern New England that offers over 300 field trips seminars social gatherings and classes per year Rhode Island Guild of Home Teachers RIGHT www rihomeschool com RIGHT offers support group activities legal defense and special statewide events such as Promotion ceremony field trips parties curriculum fairs competitions exhibitions and more Chapters are located throughout the state Home Educators Resource Directory www homeeddirectory com homeschooling support groups rhode island Rocky Hill School 884 9070 530 Ives Rd E Greenwich N 12 www rockyhill org Rocky Hill School is an independent coeducational college preparatory day school located on 84 waterfront acres in East Greenwich With a focus on innovative teaching and experiential learning Rocky Hill School challenges students academically and prepares them to become leaders and lifelong learners Our 5 1 teacher ratio allows for individualized instruction and our stunning campus fosters exploration and discovery within a safe environment PAGE 112 West Bay Christian Academy 884 3600 475 School Street N Kingstown PreSchool through Grade 8 westbaychristianacademy com West Bay Christian Academy is a coeducational independent Christian school for students in Pre school through Grade 8 West Bay provides a safe stimulating environment where children enjoy coming to school

Every Child Can Develop a Love of Reading Babies and Toddlers read to them daily Proficient readers develop the habit of reading just like brushing their teeth Board books and bathtub books introduce basic concepts about print that children need when they enter Pre school Pre Schoolers Books and puzzles with shapes colors letters numbers and animals are perfect for your three and four year old They also love picture books and silly stories School Age Children Many children pretend read because they want to keep up with friends or siblings Use the five finger rule Have your child read a page aloud to you from the middle of the book If they struggle with 4 or 5 words on a page it s a book that you should together Help your child find books based on their interests and independent reading level not their grade level Many easy readers use vocabulary for second graders Reading is like learning to ride a bike or play a sport Start at your current level and improve with time and practice READING Encourage your child to read l Have them read anything and everything They can read magazines fiction non fiction stats on a baseball card recipes cereal boxes road signs license plates mail and signs in a store l Plan 20 30 minutes to read each day at a time that works for your family bedtime waiting for the bus bath time etc l When your child plays games on a phone or ipad download ebooks so they can read before they play their game l Get your child their own library card and enroll them in the summer reading program contest at your local library l Visit your local library It s free and you can get ANY book in RI delivered to your local library l Keep books or magazines in your car tote bag and stroller l Have older children read to younger ones l Listen to a book on a cd in your car l Find a book that you loved as a child and read it together l Get a subscription to one of many children s magazines l Enable closed captioning on your tv so they read along with their favorite tv show l Have conversations with your child This helps build their vocabulary and makes reading easier l Tara Murray M Ed has taught children literacy and reading skills for 16 years and is currently a tutor Ask her any questions at her website readingshouldbefun com PAGE 113

EDUCATION Never forget you have the power to help other people and everytime you do something that puts a smile on someone s face you will make the world a better place Alan Shawn Feinstein GETTING EXTRA HELP LEARNING RESOURCES Academic Advantage 921 5860 1845 Post Road Warwick www academicadvantageRI com Center for Learning and Psychological Services 683 7600 learningandpsychologicalservices com 101 Clock Tower Sq Portsmouth A Great Place to Learn www greatplacetolearn com Swansea MA 508 678 9004 566 Wilbur Ave Coles Landing Portsmouth 683 2620 1016 East Main Rd Norton MA 508 678 9004 Wareham MA 508 295 9535 219 Main St Dennnisport MA 508 394 2800 610 Main St Kumon Math and Reading Center of Barrington 323 7875 24 Bosworth St Barrington www kumon com barrington Inspiring Minds Tech Center 274 3240 www inspiringmindsri org 763 Westminster Street Providence After school academic tutoring in all subject areas for high school students Mon Thurs PAGE 114 Mathnasium www mathnasium com Cranston 463 0100 E Providence 431 6284 Portsmouth 683 6284 RI Tutorial and Educational Services RITES 723 4459 www ritutorial org Smart Stop School Success Service 934 3280 120 Aldrich Road North Scituate Howard R Swearer Center for Public Service 863 2338 or e mail your name tutoring needs to swearer_center brown edu www swearercenter brown edu Families can call and be placed on an electronic newsletter that goes to interested Brown University students Sylvan Learning Center www sylvanlearning com At Sylvan we have solutions to fit your child s academic needs that are tailored to your schedule and budget Coventry 823 0011 Cumberland 335 4444 Tara s Tutoring 508 797 2146 www readingshouldbefuncom See ad and article previous page Tutor Doctor www tutordoctor com Tip Contact specific departments at local colleges for student tutors

HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES College Planning Center of Rhode Island www cpcri org lWarwick 736 3170 Warwick Mall 400 Bald Hill Rd lLincoln 475 3544 652 George Washington Highway 4th Floor Lincoln Higher education counselors providing assistance with college selection essay writing completion of financial aid applications interpretation of financial aid award letters and financing options All services free Rhode Island Educational Opportunity Center EOC 455 6028 www ccri edu eoc We can help you decide on a career or educational program find the right school help you fill out admissions and financial aid applications Services are free of charge Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner 736 1100 www riopc edu 560 Jefferson Boulevard Warwick Helping to enrich the intellectual economic social and cultural life of Rhode Islanders through an excellent accessible and affordable system of higher education COLLEGES UNIVERSITIES COLLEGES UNIVERSITIES l Brown University Admissions 863 2378 www brown edu Brown University PreCollege Programs 863 7900 On Campus Online Around the World www brown edu summer Talented students from around the world choose Brown University PreCollege Programs to prepare for success and experience the challenge of college level academics Experience college life prepare for academic success and make new friends from around the world A wide range of programs with sessions 1 7 weeks in length and more than 300 courses to choose from on campus online and around the world For students in grades 7 12 college credit courses also available for rising or graduated high school seniors Offsite locations include Rhode Island Alaska Atlanta the CDC Costa Rica the Florida Keys Italy and Spain l Bryant University 232 6000 1150 Douglas Pike Smithfield www bryant edu l College UnBound 752 2640 www collegeunbound org College Unbound CU focuses on adult learners who have faced significant barriers to attending college CU coordinates courses field studies and in depth project work to help students develop field specific knowledge and skills that encourage deep learning CU fills a unique niche in postsecondary education for returning adult learners with a Bachelor s Degree completion program designed around an innovative personalized interest project based curriculum model PAGE 115

EDUCATION l Community College of Rhode Island CCRI www ccri edu 825 1000 l IYRS School of Technology Trades 848 5777 www iyrs edu 449 Thames Street Newport l Johnson Wales University JWU 1000 800 DIAL JWU 8 Abbott Park Place Providence www jwu edu l New England Institute of Technology 467 7744 One New England Tech Blvd E Greenwich www neit edu l Providence College 865 1000 1 Cunningham Sq Providence www providence edu l Rhode Island College 456 8000 600 Mt Pleasant Ave Providence www ric edu l Rhode Island School of Design RISD 454 6100 2 College St Providence www risd edu l Roger Williams University 253 1040 1 Old Ferry Rd Bristol www rwu edu l Salve Regina University 847 6650 100 Ochre Point Ave Newport www salve edu See ad this page l University of Rhode Island URI 874 1000 www uri edu See ad this page PAGE 116

ECOLOGY CONSERVATION RI ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION Groups 4 H See Cool Activities for Kids page 155 Acopia Harvest 481 5578 www acopiaharvest com 708 Broad St Central Falls Acopia Harvest is a Rhode Islandbased sustainable technology company that specializes in hydroponics and alternate methods of food production Its mission is to introduce affordable manageable and sustainable hydroponics systems in schools homes and businesses nationally and internationally to secure a source of food supply for current and future generations Their Project Sprout program developed by Director of Operations Amy Chauvin educates children adults and communities about sustainability and overall food sovereignty In conjunction with STEM curriculum the program expands on agriculture nutrition water management plumbing electricity and finances among others through the use of Acopia s Green Machine an educational hydroponic growing system For more information please visit www acopiaharvest com Audubon society of rI www asri org 949 5454 The Audubon Society of Rhode Island has 15 wildlife refuges around the state that are open to the public for outdoor enjoyment Each refuge is unique with diverse habitats and miles of trails for hiking and wildlife viewing Each season Audubon offers a variety of programs for families of all ages ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION from guided nature walks to preschool story hours to live animal presentations there is something for everyone Audubon also brings science and nature to classrooms around the state There are a variety of educational programs that support classroom lessons with handson learning Be sure to check out the Audubon Nature Center on Hope Street in Bristol Blackstone Valley Tourism Council 724 2200 www tourblackstone com 175 Main St Pawtucket The mission of the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council is sustainable tourism This is accomplished through a variety of programs like Keep Blackstone Valley Beautiful and the Riverboat Explorer on the Blackstone River Environment Council of rhode Island 621 8048 environmentcouncilri org The Environment Council of Rhode Island is a coalition of organizations and individuals whose mission is to serve as an effective voice for developing and advocating policies and laws that protect and enhance Rhode Island s environment Environmental Justice League of rI rIEEA www ejlri com The Environmental Justice EJ League is a non profit organization led by Rhode Island residents who care deeply about our neighborhoods the health of our children and ourselves and who have come together to improve the environments where we live work and play EJ combines civil and human rights issues with environmental issues Communities of color and those with lower incomes deal with a greater share of environmental Continued next page PAGE 117

OUTDOOR FUN Continued EJ League hazards than other communities and don t enjoy the same environmental benefits The EJ League offers afterschool programs and the summer Community Environmental College program for high school students as well as various opportunities for community members to learn about environmental problems and implement changes in the city of Prov The Nature Conservancy Business Line 331 7110 www nature org rhodeisland Dedicated to the preservation of rare and endangered plants animals and natural communities usually through acquisition of land Additionally they own and manage several Rhode Island preserves rI Environmental Education Center www rieea org RIEEA is a collaborative network of individuals and organizations committed to environmental education We work to promote high quality outdoor learning experiences through our online resource guide professional development events and scholarships networking opportunities and much more save The Bay 272 3540 www savebay org 100 Save The Bay Dr Providence savebay savebay org Save The Bay is Rhode Island s largest non profit member based organization working on behalf of Narragansett Bay Since 1970 we have been protecting and improving Narragansett Bay through hands on educational programs for schoolchildren and the community advocacy for legislation and enforcement of environmental protection laws and habitat restoration We offer boat based lighthouse and seal tours trips to Prudence Island and boat charters We operate the familyfriendly waterfront Exploration Center and Aquarium in Newport PAGE 118 with three touch tanks and more than 140 local species of marine life on display and a smaller but similar South Coast Center in Westerly And we host Summer BayCamps for children in kindergarten through high school university of rhode Island Environmental Education Center 874 8200 W Alton Jones Campus 401 Victory Highway W Greenwich www altonjonescamp org The natural environment is what Alton Jones is all about Spend your summer or class field trip in a 2 300acre wilderness preserve that doubles as an exciting world full of adventure Alton Jones Camp has summer Day Camps over night Earth Camp and Teen Expeditions for ages 5 17 Includes marine science climbing ecology night camp outdoor skills rafting farming surfing canoeing and kayaking School year 1 5 day residential field trips for primary or secondary classes Weekend facility rentals REFUGES HIKING Visit www asri org for all Audubon refuge trail maps Providence North Fort Wildlife refuge AsrI 949 5454 Rt 5 North Smithfield 235 acre refuge five miles of quiet woodland trails lead through upland wetland habitats Three large ponds several brooks and many vernal pools as well Crosscountry skiing Programs year round

RECYCLING E Recycling Right in Rhode Island very day more than 350 trucks from all corners of the state bring recyclables to Rhode Island s stateof the art Materials Recycling Facility the MRF for short rhymes with Smurf in Johnston Here recyclables are sorted into separate commodities that are sold around the world as raw materials to make new products Just think that empty water bottle you toss into your recycling bin might end up becoming a polar fleece jacket That s pretty cool stuff From protecting the Ocean State s waterways to preserving precious landfill space for future generations recycling is an easy way to positively contribute to our communities but we only reap the benefits when we recycle right Recently too much trash is being improperly disposed of in recycling bins When trash levels get too high we cannot process the recycling and all that potentially valuable material is lost Resource Recovery wants that recycling Rhode Island but we only want items that are accepted in our mixed recycling program and nothing more RESOURCES There are four basic rules of thumb that every rhode Islander needs to know in order to be a good recycler please recycle only 1 paper cartons and cardboard 2 Metal cans lids and foil 3 Glass bottles and jars 4 plastic containers Special beyond the bin programs for items like plastic bags textiles and household hazardous waste do exist in Rhode Island but these items should never go in your recycling bin To further spread the recycling right message Resource Recovery recently relaunched a public education campaign called Let s recycle RIght Campaign materials including downloadable recycling guidelines bilingual how to videos and a virtual tour of our MRF are available at www rirrc org mixed recycling Want to see our MRF up close and personal We offer free full facility tours to Rhode Island schools families and groups Learn more here www rirrc org tours l l rhode Island Farmer s Markets www dem ri gov programs bnatres agricult markets htm l rI resource recovery Corp www rirrc org Information on recycling eligible materials and more l The sustainable rI Directory www directory sustainableri org is a searchable website designed to provide easy access to sustainability related resources in your community Topics from solar panels to organic foods to hybrid cars can be found with a simple point and click to your town on a map of the state PAGE 119

OUTDOOR FUN Neutaconkanut Hill 649 4366 www nhill org 675 Plainfield St Providence The Hill is the highest point in Providence Elevation 296 feet above sea level From the hilltop meadow and from several hiking trails are spectacular views of the City and nearly a quarter of the State In all seasons the beauty of this 88 acre woodland is a classroom in nature The forested woodlands with several miles of hiking walking trails provide a panorama of picturesque stone walls unique geological formations natural springs and brooks wild flowers and berries Wildlife abounds on the Hill No other expanse of natural woodland such as this exists in the City of Providence Parking at the Softball Field on Killingly St and also at the Neutaconkanut Hill Recreation Center Parking lot at 675 Plainfield St Providence powder Mill Ledges Wildlife refuge Audubon society of rI 949 5454 12 Sanderson Rd Rt 5 Smithfield A 120 acre refuge harbors ASRI s headquarters Gift shop bird feeding station Four miles of trails wind through a diverse mix of habitats from wetland to white pine woods to mixed oak uplands and a pond and brook Summer camp and environmental programs yearround Programs for scout groups birthday parties and other community organizations by reservation Woonasquatucket river Watershed riverside park 861 9046 www wrwc org Council 45 Eagle St Suite 202 Providence Our park is Riverside Park at 50 Aleppo Street Providence The Woonasquatucket River Greenway is Providence s only off road bike path We have the PAGE 120 Red Shed Bike Shop where classes are held and we have bike rides and paddle trips wrwc org events php for upcoming events East Bay Audubon Nature Center Aquarium 949 5454 1401 Hope Street Rt 114 Bristol www asri org The Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium is a wonderful place for families schools and community organizations to explore and learn Discover the wildlife that lives in and around Narragansett Bay observe our Red tailed Hawks and play in our Nature Nook The Center s interactive exhibits feature local habitats and fun ways to enjoy nature Situated on the 28 acre McIntosh Wildlife Refuge the Nature Center has walking trails with an mile boardwalk that winds through fresh and saltwater marshes to a majestic view of Narragansett Bay Cliff Walk Newport 3 5 mile www cliffwalk com Walk overlooking Second Beach the Atlantic Ocean and the Bellevue Ave Mansions in Newport Easiest section from Memorial to Ruggles Avenues Emilie ruecker Wildlife refuge Audubon society rI 949 5454 www asri org Seapowet Avenue Tiverton A 50 acre parcel of woods and salt marsh and views of the Sakonnet River Narragansett Bay National Estuarine research reserve 683 6780 www nbnerr org Prudence Island Portsmouth A conservancy with natural open space and trails

Norman Bird sanctuary 846 2577 HIKING 583 Third Beach Rd Middletown www normanbirdsanctuary org This 325 acre wildlife refuge and environmental education center offers over 7 miles of hiking trails through diverse habitats Before heading out on the trails visit the Welcome Center and gift shop the 19th Century Barn Museum featuring natural history displays and Good Gardens a collection of gardens featuring herbs heirloom vegetables plants flowers and an outdoor classroom space Norman Bird Sanctuary offers educational programs camps and annual events for all ages It also features the newly renovated Paradise Farmhouse for vacation rentals and retreats as well as Mabel s Studio for small events or meeting space see ad this page recreation Department 728 2400 Cumberland Rt 114 550 acres that includes a walking trail playground and picnic area sachuest point Wildlife refuge 619 2680 Off Second Beach in Middletown fws gov refuge sachuest_point 228 acres consisting of fresh salt water marshes barrier beach rocky shoreline grasslands and coastal shrublands 5 miles of hiking trails Touisset Marsh Wildlife refuge Audubon society 949 5454 Touisset Road Warren 66 acres of salt marsh bordering upland field habitat Hiking trail from Fire Station to Kickemuit River Weetamoo Woods 450 acres of hiking through ponds forest areas in Tiverton Picnic area West Bay South Davis Memorial Wildlife refuge AsrI 949 5454 Davisville Rd N Kingstown 96 acre property of woods wetlands on the Hunt River canoe access Fisherville Brook Wildlife refuge AsrI 295 8283 Pardon Joslin Rd Exeter 937 acre property contains fields diverse forest habitats pond streams waterfall and historic cemetery Wonderful scenery and hiking Birthday parties are available see Powder Mill Ledges George B parker Woodland AsrI 295 8283 1670 Maple Valley Road Coventry A 800 acre property consisting of majestic old forest brooks fields and mysterious rock cairns The caretaker s house was built in the 1700s Over 8 miles of trails PAGE 121

OUTDOOR FUN Kimball Wildlife sanctuary Now managed by rIDEM part of Burlingame state park 180 Sanctuary Rd Charlestown A 29 acre gem located on the southern shore of Watchaug Pond The land abuts Burlingame State Park and the Kettle Pond section of Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge Trails lead from the refuge to the state and federal land Long pond Woods AsrI 949 5454 North Road Rockville A beautiful 218 acre parcel of stately hemlocks and rock outcrops bordering Long Ell Ponds Part of a large conservation area with trails connecting to CT Maxwell Mays Wildlife refuge AsrI 949 5454 2082 Victory Highway Route 102 Coventry Over 295 acres of diverse wildlife habitat consisting of upland forests wetlands streams ponds and open meadow The 11 acre Animal Bites and Rabies Prevent animal bites and rabies by avoiding contact with wild animals such as skunks foxes raccoons and bats as well as stray cats and dogs To Prevent Rabies Vaccinate pets Wear gloves to tend to pets with wounds of unknown origin or immediately after encounters that have occurred between the pet and either stray animals or wildlife Cover garbage to prevent attracting animals to your property Bat proof bit ly nobat your home PAGE 122 RHODE ISLAND FAMILIES IN NATURE 569 8758 Explore Rhode Island s natural places and reconnect with nature Monthly group hikes enewsletters and resources www rifamiliesinnature org CHILDREN AND NATURE NETWORK Resources that connect children with the outdoors childrenandnature org Carr s Pond situated entirely within the bounds of the property is the centerpiece of the preserve It is home to river otters as well as many types of freshwater fish and aquatic invertebrates A 10 acre field near the head of the trail also provides excellent meadow wildlife habitat What You Should Do Rabies is a serious disease It is very important to call your doctor or visit the emergency room right away if you have been bitten by an animal If you have a bat in your home call your city town animal control officer at the police department or a licensed professional list at http dem ri gov nwcs to remove the bat For further information call rhode Island Department of Environmental Management 401 222 3070 rhode Island Department of Health 401 222 2577 After hours 401 276 8046 To learn more visit health ri gov diseases rabies

Ninigret National Wildlife refuge 364 9124 www fws gov refuge ninigret Charlestown Freshwater ponds shrublands grasslands barrier beach salt marsh and portion of the former Charlestown Naval Auxiliary Landing field 4 miles of handicapped accessible trails Trustom Wildlife refuge 364 9124 www fws gov trustompond Off Moonstone Beach Rd S Kingstown Large brackish pond grasslands freshwater ponds and streams shrublands a barrier beach and wooded uplands 4 4 miles of handicapped accessible trails urI s Environmental Education Center 874 8200 https www web uri edu alton jones camp W Alton Jones Campus 401 Victory Highway W Greenwich Guided walks and environmental programs Wilcox park www westerlylibrary org Between High St and Grove Ave Westerly 18 acres of flowers trees shrubs a pond large open meadow 2 hills fountain sculptors and a mile long paved walkway Garden for the senses Band concerts art festivals Garden Market Fair etc Nearby Massachusetts Caratunk Wildlife refuge Audubon society 949 5454 301 Brown Ave Seekonk MA Offers 200 acres of diverse habitat for native plants and animals Summer Camps and environmental programs held year round for all ages Programs for scouts senior citizens and other community groups by reservation One of Audubon s most popular hiking destinations with six miles of well marked trails CAMPING FUN IN THE SUN Beach Info Buy Your Passes Online www riparks com state Beaches State residents pay 6 Mon Fri 7 on weekends and holidays Nonresidents pay 12 weekdays 14 weekends and holidays A season pass is 30 for residents and 60 for non residents Prices are per car Senior citizens pay half price Life guards are on duty at State beaches daily weather permitting from Memorial Day through Labor Day Visit www riparks com for updates CAMpING A complete list of campgrounds is available through the RI Commerce Corporation 278 9100 sTATE CAMpING Department of parks and recreation 667 6200 www riparks com reservations through reserve America 1 877 rICAMp5 rI Division of Fish Wildlife service offers free programs and camps for kids www fws gov ninigret complex PAGE 123

OUTDOOR FUN Burlingame state Campground 322 7337 7994 1 Burlingame State Park Rd Charlestown 755 trailer and tent sites on the shore of Watchaug Pond with boating fishing swimming Hiking trails Charlestown Breachway 364 7000 In Charlestown 75 sites for self contained camping no tents restroom boat ramp no dump facilities No reservations Fishermen s Memorial state park 789 8374 1011 Pt Judith Rd Narragansett 182 sites for trailers and tents playground near beaches YMCA OF PAWTUCKET FAMILY YMCA 401 727 7900 MACCOLL YMCA 401 725 0773 WESTWOOD YMCA 401 397 7779 WOONSOCKET YMCA 401 769 0791 YMCAPAWTUCKET ORG George Washington Mgmt Area 568 6700 On Rt 44 in Glocester 45 primitive tent trailer sites in wooded area overlooking Bowdish Reservoir Swim hike Legrand G reynolds Horsemen s Camping Area 539 2356 260 Acadia Rd Exeter Open year round 20 sites horse show ring and riding trails NOTE Only persons with horses allowed Ninigret Conservation Area East Beach 322 8910 Off East Beach Road in Charlestown self contained camping on the barrier beach no tents MUNICIPAL CAMPING AREAS Fort Getty recreation Area 423 7211 913 Fort Getty Rd Jamestown 125 sites for tents and trailers water elec boat ramp fishing dock PAGE 124

Melville pondsCampground 682 2424 181 Bradford Ave Portsmouth 133 sites fishing playground safari field beach access Middletown Campground 846 6273 474 Sachuest Point Road Second Beach Middletown 44 trailer sites immediate access to Second Beach Westwood YMCA 397 7779 www ymcapawtucket org Coventry Trailer sites cabin rentals boat rentals see ad previous page SCOUTING Boy scouts of America 351 8700 See ad below www beascout org Call for information on Scouting programs and to learn how to join a pack or troop near you SCOUTING Cub scouting In Cub Scouts youth and their families have fun and adventure in a program that builds character and instills values Cub Scouting embraces the values of citizenship compassion cooperation courage faith health and fitness honesty perseverance positive attitude resourcefulness respect and responsibility For youth in grades 1 to 5 scouts BsA Generations of young people have participated in and benefited from Scouting and the experience of serving millions of participants over almost a century has enabled us to make Scouting one of the most exciting and rewarding programs available to your family Our program of leadership development along with our outdoor program help instill values that will help your son or daughter make ethical and moral decisions over their lifetime For young men and women ages 10 17 years of age Continued next page Opportunities for All with Family Scouting A fun and safe environment Character building and development learn life skills Exciting outdoor experiences Qu ic k Ref www Be AScout o rg 401 351 8700 eren c e PAGE 125

OUTDOOR FUN Exploring Exploring is a worksite based program and based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth and the organizations in their communities Exploring programs are based on five areas of emphasis career opportunities life skills citizenship character education and leadership experience The result is a program of activities that help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults Exploring is for young men and women 14 to 20 years of age Girl scouts of south Eastern New England 331 4500 or 1 800 331 0149 www GSSNE org 500 Greenwich Ave Warwick Girl Scouts unleashes the G I R L Go getter Innovator Risk taker Leader in every girl preparing her for a lifetime of leadership from taking a night time hike under the stars to accepting a mission on the International Space Station from lobbying the city council with her troop to holding a seat in Congress from running her own cookie business today to tackling cybersecurity tomorrow Our Girl Scout Leadership Experience is a one of akind leadership development PAGE 126 program for girls with proven results It is based on time tested methods and research backed programming that help girls take the lead in their own lives and in the world Research shows that girls learn best in an all girl girl led and girl friendly environment Girl Scouts is a place where she ll practice different skills explore her potential take on leadership positions and even feel allowed to fail dust herself off get up and try again Girl Scouts is proven to help girls thrive in five key ways as they develop a strong sense of self seek challenges and learn from setbacks display positive values form and maintain healthy relationships identify and solve problems in the community The inclusive all female environment of a Girl Scout troop creates a safe space where girls can try new things develop a range of skills take on leadership roles and just be themselves Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England owns five beautiful camp properties carefully maintained by our property staff for the benefit of our girls alumnae adult volunteers and the community at large Day camps are located in Glocester West Kingston and Swansea MA or overnight Camp Hoffman in West Kingston awaits the adventurous girl in grade 2 12 who wants to sing and sleep under the stars No matter which camp your girl attends she ll spend the summer making new friends swimming kayaking exploring nature and experiencing outdoor adventures We invite you to find out why we proudly put the Girl in Girl Scouts at gssne org See ad this page

LIGHTHOUSES s Beavertail Lighthouse Beavertail Rd Jamestown On the east side of the Newport Bridge on Rt 138 take East Shore Rd through Jamestown then follow signs to Beavertail State Park The Lighthouse was built in 1749 s Block Island North Light 466 3200 Built in 1867 the lighthouse is now restored into a maritime museum and open to the public during the summer Hiking trails surround the lighthouse LIGHTHOUSES s point Judith Lighthouse Narragansett 789 0444 The original lighthouse was built in 1806 The current building was erected in 1816 Visitors are welcome to tour the grounds however the lighthouse and Coast Guard Station are restricted From US 1 drive south on Rt 108 to the Coast Guard Station at Pt Judith Open daily sunrise to sunset s rose Island Lighthouse s Castle Hill Lighthouse Newport 847 4242 www roseislandlighthouse org Visitors re enter a bygone way of life in the keeper s quarters circa 1912 touring the station from windmill to cellar cistern ending at the 1798 barracks of Ft Hamilton Overnight visitors actually participate in the adventure of lighthouse keeping Fishing swimming and beach combing are available on Rose Island Call for hours reservations and information on school tours or overnights Landing fee 5 for all s Dutch Island Light sakonnetlighthouse org 7 Sakonnet Point Little Compton Visible from 9 8 s Block Island southeast Light Call 1 800 383 BIrI for information about Block Island Lighthouses www blockislandinfo com The Southeast Light was built in 1875 It boasts a stunning 67 octagonal tower and a red brick Victorian style keeper s house Nature programs are offered at nearby Mohegan Bluffs Located near the Coast Guard Station on Castle Hill Road in Newport Castle Hill Lighthouse was built in 1890 Narragansett Bay light station This light is inactive and was built in 1826 s old Lime rock Lighthouse Newport Harbor s plum Beach Light Built in 1897 in Jamestown this spark plug style lighthouse is inactive It can be seen from the Jamestown Bridge Not recommended for children under 5 s sakonnet point Lighthouse s Watch Hill Lighthouse watchhilllighthousekeepers org Lighthouse Rd Westerly The lighthouse was built in 1807 The museum and US Coast Guard Station are open Tues Thurs 1 3pm Grounds are open daily from 8 8 s Whale rock Lighthouse In Narragansett this lighthouse was built in 1882 but was destroyed in 1938 The base very visible at low tide remains as a monument to the lighthouse keeper who perished there in the 38 hurricane PAGE 127

OUTDOOR FUN PARKS PLAYGROUNDS rIDEM 667 6200 www riparks com Provides information on state parks playgrounds and beaches in Rhode Island including pavilion rental fees and information PARKS Providence North Blackstone river state park Lower River Rd Quinnville Open daily dawn to dusk A park on the banks of the Blackstone River with canoeing boating a fishing area walking trails and historic walking tours A portion of the river was used to create a canal completed in 1828 Casimir pulaski Memorial state park Glocester rec 568 2085 roger Williams park 785 9450 www rwpzoo org 1000 Elmwood Ave Prov Open daily year round 7am 9pm This 430 acre park contains a zoo landscaped grounds gardens paddleboats a carousel historic buildings Valley Falls Heritage park 728 2400 www cumberlandri com Route 114 Cumberland Historic education site with scenic views along the Blackstone River Waterplace park and riverwalk 680 5759 Memorial Boulevard Prov This park sits on 4 acres and features cultivated trails with Venetian style footbridges Water excursions East Bay Beavertail state park in season 423 9941 884 2010 www Cumberlandri org Route 114 Cumberland Wooded park with fields for sports and games picnic areas and hiking trails Beavertail Road Jamestown 153 acres located in Jamestown has some of the most beautiful vistas along the New England coastline Beavertail s most popular activity is sightseeing from the comfort of a vehicle in one of the four overlooks or on foot from the rocky coastline Beavertail also provides some of the best saltwater fishing in the area along with hiking trails and a naturalist program that attracts thousands of people each year Lincoln Woods state park 723 7892 Brenton point state park 847 2400 RT 44 Glocester Swimming picnicking cross country skiing hiking camping Diamond Hill park 334 9996 Route 123 Lincoln Open daily dawn to dusk 627 acres featuring a beach w facilities ball fields naturalist observation area and 10 miles of trails for hiking horseback riding river Island park 767 9287 Bernon Street Woonsocket Open daily dawn to dusk Only blocks from the center of Woonsocket yet it boasts quiet walking trails a scenic overlook and canoe launches PAGE 128 Ocean Dr Newport 88 acres picnic areas fishing 2 miles from Fort Adams State Park Colt state park 253 7482 Route 114 Bristol Open yearround A 464 acre state park on the shore of Narragansett Bay with four miles of hiking and biking trails gardens 10 playing fields and 6 picnic groves Fishing concerts and naturalist programs in season

PARKS West Bay South County Arcadia Management Area 539 2356 Fort Adams state park 847 2400 Ocean Drive Newport Open year round dawn to dusk An active military fort from 1799 to 1945 Fort Adams sits on over 21 acres The original defenses still present include height walls powder magazines 3 tiers of guns and cannons and listening tunnels The park also includes a picnic area beach boat launches fishing piers Fort Barton park Highland Road Tiverton Historic site also has observation tower and 3 miles of nature trail walks including a wild plant trail Fort Getty 423 7211 Fort Getty Rd Jamestown on the west side of Conanicut Island 32 acres camping boating fishing picnic tables pavilion fields rocky beach sand volleyball playground Fort Wetherill state park 423 1771 Fort Wetherill Road Jamestown The park offers spectacular views of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay from its location on 100 foot granite cliffs Salt water fishing scuba diving and picnicking available Haines Memorial state park 253 7482 Route 103 East Providence Home to baseball fields a large picnic area and a boat ramp The East Bay Bike Path runs through the park for those looking for a longer bike ride Main access is off Rt 165 Arcadia Management Area covers W Greenwich Hopkinton and Richmond approximately 1 400 acres fishing horseback riding swimming at beach pond picnic tables at Browning Mill Pond Burlingame state park 322 8910 Route 1 Charlestown A 2 100 acre set in woods swamps and rocky ridges Fishing swimming camping concerts snowmobile trails Buttonwoods park Asylum Rd Warwick City Park 126 acres beach biking and nature trails shelters outdoor in line skating rink softball field Fishermen s Memorial state park 789 8374 RT 108 1011 Pt Judith Rd Narragansett Playground tennis basketball 1 mile from Block Island Ferry and State beaches Goddard Memorial state park office year round 884 2010 Ives Road Warwick Beach horse and walking trails forest areas a 9hole golf course picnic grilling areas and performing arts venue Meshanticut park Off Cranston St near RT 5 Cranston 32 acres fishing Ninigret park 364 1222 www charlestownri org Route 1A Charlestown Open daily dawn til dusk 172 acres featuring bike paths tennis and basketball courts ball fields disc golf picnic areas swimming pond and the Frosty Drew Memorial Nature Center with trails Also dog park PAGE 129

OUTDOOR FUN old Mountain Field 789 9301 www southkingstownri com Kingstown Rd S Kingstown Over 60 acres with baseball softball fields basketball courts nature trails picnic area playground restrooms tennis courts in line skating skate park Tuckertown park 789 9301 www southkingstownri com Tuckertown Rd S Kingstown This handicapped accessible park 65 acres has it all baseball fields soccer fields basketball courts tennis courts nature trails picnic area playground restrooms tennis courts White Mill park 568 9470 pLAYGrouNDs Providence North Branch river park and playground Glendale Playground for all ages soft ball fields 2 tennis courts 2 basketball courts soccer fields practice fields Cabral Memorial park Wickendon St Providence Handicapped accessible picnic tables basketball courts baseball fields playground water play fountains Columbia park Route 100 Pascoag Open year round The mill was finished in 1834 The original structure burned to the ground and rebuilt in 1895 Fine example of the 19th century water powered mills which formed the backbone of the New England economy over a century ago Vermont Ave Providence Handicapped accessible picnic tables basketball walking track playground Wilcox park 596 2877 x334 71 1 2 High Street Westerly Open year round dawn 11 p m The park features dozens of specimen trees shrubs and flower beds along with a pond fountain and monuments Breathtaking in May July and the perfect spot for a stroll Fargnoli park playground And Nearby Adelaide Rd Chepachet Handicapped accessible new playground basketball courts baseball fields tennis courts Covel Estates park Off Milford Rd in Swansea MA Tennis courts ball fields and playground Deerfield park 100 Lisa Ann Circle Greenville Basketball courts grills walking paths football fields tennis courts Smith St Providence Two great playgrounds one for older kids and one for the little guys Plus basketball courts a baseball field T ball field and picnic area concessions Glocester Memorial park Heritage park Chestnut Oak Rd Chepachet Cross country skiing miles of walking paths India point park India Ct Providence Handicapped accessible waterfront park picnic tables in line skating sledding bike paths and community boating PAGE 130

PLAYGROUNDS Johnston Memorial park and playground Hartford Ave Johnston The fence surrounding this playground makes it easier to keep track of the little ones A walking track circles a lake roger Williams park Elmwood Ave Providence Handicapped accessible picnic tables in line skating cross country skiing sledding baseball fields hiking tennis courts zoo pony rides flying horses carousel mini golf kiddy go boats the Dalrymple Boathouse where you can rent paddle boats and mini speed boats outdoor concerts and festivals throughout the summer spring Lake Beach recreational Facility 568 9474 50 Old Hillside Dr Glendale Fresh water swimming volleyball picnic tables boat rentals concessions slater Memorial park 728 0500 x251 252 Pawtucket Full rec facilities World War II Memorial state park Social Street Woonsocket Playground shuffleboard court recreactional activities East Bay Bristol playground Town Commons Corner of State and Wood Streets Bristol Large wood playground basketball tennis Bristol Town Beach Colt State Park off Rt 114 Bristol Beach playground facilities baseball softball and soccer fields tennis and basketball courts Also check out the cool skate park Burr s Hill park South Water St Warren next to Bay Queen Playground equipment tennis basketball baseball town beach Eldred John recreation Area East Shore Rd Jamestown Picnic tables crosscountry skiing hiking paths soccer field Hugh Cole playground Asylum Rd off Child St Rt 103 Warren Large playground ball fields basketball picnic tables and cookout area nature trail pavilion available with permission Warren Rec Dept 245 4569 Jamestown Community playground 26 North Main St Jamestown Handicapped accessible playground made entirely from recycled materials for preK and up with special features such as Clatter bridge SS Jamestown boat and Sea Monster picnic tables Tiverton Town recreation Area Main Road South Tiverton Handicapped accessible Sandy playground for all ages tennis baseball fields soccer fields West Bay South County Abbie perry park 789 9301 Sandturn Rd S Kingstown Playground basketball Brousseau park 789 9301 Succotash Rd South Kingstown Playground baseball fields basketball courts tennis Central Coventry park Provident Place Coventry Picnic tables outdoor grills basketball courts baseball fields hiking paths tennis courts softball fields rec center PAGE 131

OUTDOOR FUN Coventry Greenway and Crosstown Bike path W Kingstown park 789 9331 Frenchtown park and recreation Facility Wilson park Handicapped accessible picnic tables in line skating cross country skiing hiking paths horseback riding bike paths 1127 Frenchtown Rd E Greenwich Tot size playground small fishing pond hiking paths nature park tennis courts basketball courts Foster Memorial park Station St Coventry Handicapped accessible picnic hiking paths baseball fields playground volleyball soccer concession restrooms Rt 138 W Kingstown 12 acres with basketball picnic area playground restrooms softball tennis volleyball walking paths West Main St N Kingstown on way to Wickford Village Handicapped accessible picnic grounds outdoor grills basketball courts baseball fields hiking paths tennis courts soccer fields sandy playground and tot lot for toddlers Hanaford school LeBaron Dr E Greenwich Handicapped accessible large playground with Kids Kastle Herbert F payne Memorial pk 1277 Main St Coventry Handicapped accessible Picnic tables basketball courts baseball fields in line skating tennis courts softball fields playground recreation center concessions Hunter s Crossing recreation Area Hunter s Crossing Dr Coventry Picnic tables grills basketball courts baseball fields tennis Merrill s Whipple Conservation park Area Rt 117 Coventry Cross country skiing hiking paths canoe launch ryan park Oakhill Rd N Kingstown Picnic tables basketball courts baseball fields cross country skiing hiking paths bike paths horseback riding south Kingstown Town Beach 789 9331 Matunuck Beach Rd S Kingstown Picnic area playground restrooms swimming volleyball walking paths handicap accessible PAGE 132 AQUARIUMS ZOOS FARMS AQUARIUMS Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium 949 5454 1401 Hope St Bristol www asri org The Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium is a wonderful place for families schools and community organizations to explore and learn Discover the wildlife that lives in and around Narragansett Bay observe our Red tailed Hawks and play in our Nature Nook The Center s interactive exhibits feature local habitats and fun ways to enjoy nature Situated on the 28 acre McIntosh Wildlife Refuge the Nature Center has walking trails with a mile boardwalk that winds through fresh and saltwater marshes to a majestic view of Narragansett Bay Continued next page

ZOOS The refuge is along the East Bay Bike Path allowing bikers and walkers access to the refuge s natural beauty The Center offers guided tours nature walks birthday parties camps special family programs and much more throughout the year The facility and trails are universally accessible and picnic tables are available Biomes Marine Biology Center 885 4690 ZOOS Buttonwood park Zoo 508 991 6178 425 Hawthorn St New Bedford MA www bpzoo org Open year round only 3minutes from I 195 Capron park Zoo 774 203 1840 6640 Post Road N Kingstown www biomescenter com Rhode Island s largest aquarium and education center Open to the public seven days a week noon to 5 Field trips and birthday parties by appt 201 County St Attleboro MA www capronparkzoo com See animals from North America Africa and Asia as well as a tropical rain forest exhibit and more Open daily in the summer 10 5 winters 10 4 weather permitting Mystic Aquarium 860 572 5955 roger Williams park Zoo 785 3510 x316 Exit 90 off I 95 Mystic CT www mysticaquarium org Open daily except Christmas and Thanksgiving Days save The Bay Exploration Center 324 6020 175 Memorial Boulevard Easton s Beach Newport www savebay org aquarium Some of the Bay s best marine educators make learning feel like a day at the beach and since the Exploration Center is located right ON the beach they should The Save The Bay Exploration Center and Aquarium is an interactive marine science learning center and aquarium that has dozens of exhibits featuring more than 140 species of local marine life all caught in the waters of Narragansett Bay Three touch tanks give visitors the chance to get up close with various species while story hour crafts games and sand box engage children in activities that make learning about the Bay exciting Open to the public 10 4 daily Memorial Day through Labor Day and on weekends year round Contact us for school and group programming options 1000 Elmwood Ave Providence www rwpzoo org Discover WILD Family Fun for Everyone Roger Williams Park Zoo provides visitors the opportunity to see animals from all over the globe Visit the Zoo s newest exhibit Faces of the Rainforest for an immersive journey through the depths of the jungle as well as the opportunity to see a free flight aviary giant otter waterslide adorable primates sloths engaging reptiles and amphibians The Zoo s naturalistic surroundings are home to more than 100 species of animals including a Komodo dragon zebra s red pandas African elephants Masai giraffes snow leopards bears anteaters flamingoes sloths and more Kids from two to 102 can feed giraffes discover hands on armadillo encounters and interact with an array of farmyard animals For something slightly out of the ordinary try the Explore and Soar area offering an exhilarating zip ride a train excursion through the woodlands and a camel ride Continued next page PAGE 133

OUTDOOR FUN Conservation and environmental stewardship are at the core of the mission at Roger Williams Park Zoo As a renowned leader in conservation and education work every visit is a fun learning experience In addition to visits with the Zoo s fascinating animals discover the joy of nature play in Hasbro s Our Big Backyard including Our House an indoor activity space Nature Swap a special place to trade items collected when out exploring nature the Drip Drop Water Garden the Sticks Stones Building Zone and Creativity Corner Patrons may also explore the nature trail Beyond the Fence and the CVS Caremark All Kids Can Treehouse packed with things to touch hear smell and see Every year the Zoo hosts several extraordinary special events In honor of Earth Day Party for the Planet during the April school vacation week offers families the opportunity to learn how we can all become engaged in conserving wildlife and wild places PAGE 134

FARMS Continued RWP Zoo The last Saturday in June Zoobilee Feast with the Beasts a 21 event features fine fare from dozens of the area s best restaurants and caterers as well as live music and dancing The last Saturday in August tap into your wild side at Brew at the Zoo an adults only evening event and sample more than 170 beers from 80 local regional and national brewers Enjoy live music animal encounters and more at Rhode Island s largest outdoor beer festival Roger Williams Park Zoo is known for the annual Jack O Lantern Spectacular the first Thursday in October through the first Sunday in November Enjoy Halloween magic with over 5 000 intricately carved pumpkins and revel in the sights and sounds of the season Visit rwpzoo org for prices and special Halloween events Roger Williams Park Zoo offers many accommodations for visitors with cognitive disabilities to help guests fully enjoy their Zoo experience The Zoo has recently partnered with Kulture City to allow guests with autism and other sensory processing disorders get better resources and support as they experience all the Zoo has to offer If you have any questions about other accommodations you may need for your visit please contact our admissions department at 401 941 4998 The Zoo is open year round April September 10 00 am to 5 00 pm and October March 10 00 am to 4 00 pm The Zoo closes on the last Saturday of June Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and closes at 2pm the last Saturday in August in preparation for Brew at the Zoo Tickets for the Zoo may be purchased online or at the Admissions gate Adults are 17 95 children 212 12 95 seniors 62 15 95 toddlers one younger and members are free For more information visit rwpzoo org See ad previous page southwick s Zoo 800 258 9182 www southwickszoo com Southwick s Zoo is home to hundreds of animals like chimpanzees lions giraffes mandrill monkeys and many endangered species including white rhinos Popular venues at the zoo include The Earth Discovery Center elephant facts and fiction animal rides Bird Talk kiddie rides petting zoo Woodland Express Skyfari Sky ride deer forest picnic grounds a play park food venues and the Purple Peacock Gift Shop Along with the entertainment you will find stunning large naturalistic habitats for the Zoo s animals Southwick s Zoo is open each day from 10 am 5 pm mid April mid October and is located at 2 Southwick Street off of Route 16 in Mendon MA FARMS Casey Farm 295 1030 2325 Boston Neck Rd Saunderstown Originally the center of an active plantation the 1 750 homestead is now partially open to the public The property is operated as an organic community supported farm Call for details about community farming special events workshops or camps PAGE 135

OUTDOOR FUN Confreda Greenhouses and Farms 827 5000 www confredas com 2150 Scituate Ave Cranston Farmer s market and greenhouses open daily Weekday farm tours in the fall for groups of 15 or more Coggeshall Farm Museum 253 9062 1 Coggeshall Rd Bristol www coggeshallfarm org Prepare to get your hands dirty exploring the lives of ordinary tenant farmers living on the edge in 1799 Meet rare breed livestock tend heirloom vegetables and explore 48 acres of fields woods and salt marsh Events on website Dame Farm and orchard 949 3657 www damefarmandorchards com 91B Brown Ave Johnston A multgenerational family farm business offering fruits and vegetables grown on our farm June thru Nov With tours and horse drawn wagon rides available by apt or on weekends Aug thru Nov for walk ins Open year round dawn dusk Also pick your own strawberries apples and pumpkins in season prescott Farm 849 7300 www newportrestoration org 2009 West Main Road Middletown An important Revolutionary landmark which includes General Prescott s guard house an 1812 windmill which still grinds meal and an 18th century country store which contains a collection of farm implements of the period Lots of friendly ducks and geese too Guided Tours Walking trails Watson Farm 423 0005 Historic New England s Watson Farm is located at 455 North Rd in Jamestown 265 acres 100 head of cattle 80 sheep work horses chickens ducks and more Also vegetable and flower gardens The land PAGE 136 Continued Watson Farm was first farmed by the Narragansett People Today it is a working family farm where visitors take self guided tours along trails overlooking Narragansett Bay through pastures hayfields and woodlands to the shoreline Special events Open June 1 October 15 Tuesday Thursday and Sunday 1 5 Woodvale Farm Day Camp 874 8200 altonjonescamp org W Alton Jones Campus 401 Victory Highway W Greenwich An oldfashioned farm experience for ages 5 8 set on a 19th century farm with rocky pastures lush gardens and a country barn Campers care for sheep chickens pigs rabbits cows and goats plant seeds collect eggs harvest fresh vegetables make icecream and swim Late June MidAugust SEASONAL STUFF PICK YOUR OWN Apples Berries Pumpkins and more rI DEM s Division of Agriculture 222 2781 They re a good resource for the best pickin spots in the state 4 Town Farms 508 336 5587 www 4townfarm com 90 George St Seekonk MA Pick your own strawberries raspberries blueberries peas and flowers Tractor rides to pumpkin patch in October School groups

PICK YOUR OWN Appleland orchard 949 3690 The Farmer s Daughter 792 1340 Barden Family orchard 934 1413 Harmony Farms 934 0741 135 Smith Ave Rt 116 Greenville Open late August through mid May Apples Christmas Trees etc www bardenfamilyorchard com 56 Elmdale Rd N Scituate Pick your own apples peaches raspberries blueberries blackberries and pumpkins Farm market open July 27 through Halloween Weekdays 9am 6pm Weekends and Holidays 9am 5pm Limited hours in November until Thanksgiving Confreda Farms 827 5000 www confredas com 2150 Scituate Ave Cranston Farmer s market and greenhouses open daily from April December Weekends in the fall hay rides and pumpkin pickin and corn maze Delvecchio s Farm 884 9598 302 Potter Rd N Kingstown Pick your own blueberries July through Sept www thefarmersdaughterri com 716 Mooresfield Rd Wakefield Full nursery and garden center Raspberries pumpkins www harmonyfarmsri com 359 Saw Mill Rd Harmony Opens on July 6 through end of August Blueberry picking in July M W F 8am 7pm Weekends 8am5pm Closed Tuesdays August hours may vary please call ahead Enjoy 10 off with ad see ad below Hill orchards 949 2940 www hillorchards com 86 Winsor Ave Smithfield Apples peaches and plums Hayrides Jaswell s Farm 231 9043 www jaswellsfarm com 50 Swan Rd Smithfield Apple and berry strawberries blueberries raspberries picking Macomber s Blueberry Farm 397 5079 www macombersblueberryfarm shutterfly com 141 Rice City Rd Coventry July August See website for hours Blueberries Narrow Lane orchards 294 3584 213 Narrow Lane Johnston Apple nectarine and peach pickin Field trips by appointment pachet Brook Tree Farm 624 4872 or 624 7248 4484 Main Rd Rt 77 S Tiverton www pachetbrook com Hayrides don t miss the Halloween Hayride pumpkin picking walking trails and Christmas trees Available for birthday parties and school tours and demonstrations grades K 6 Also weddings and special events see ad next page PAGE 137

OUTDOOR FUN phantom Farm 333 2240 2920 Diamond Hill Rd Cumberland Apple picking country bake and gift shop year round Quonset View Farm 683 1254 895 Middle Road Portsmouth Strawberry pumpkin pickin salisbury Farm 942 9741 www salisburyfarm com Corner Plainfield Pike Peck Hill Rd Johnston Strawberries raspberries and veggies and pumpkins and giant corn maze in the fall schartner Farms 294 2044 www schartnerfarms com One Arnold Place Exeter Strawberry blueberry and Pumpkin picking Christmas trees schools PAGE 138 Farm Fresh RI www farmfresh org Directory of farmers markets and other sources of locally grown food in the state Food on the Move See Nutrition section RI Fruit Growers Association www rifruitgrowers org Directory of locally grown produce

CORN MAZES smith s Berry Farm 295 7669 320 Shermantown Rd Saunderstown Blueberries sweet Berry Farm 847 3912 CORN MAZES Confreda Greenhouses and Farm 827 5000 2150 Scituate Ave Hope www confredas com Haunted corn maze and hayride evenings late September October Scare Free weekend days www sweetberryfarmri com 915 Mitchells Lane Middletown Pick your own strawberries raspberries blueberries blackberries peaches apples peaches pumpkins and Christmas Trees Wicked Tulip Farm 297 3700 www wickedtulips com 90 Brown Avenue Johnston They typically open Early May and close Mid or Late May Tickets must be purchased online Escobar Farm 683 1444 Middle Road Portsmouth www escobarfarm com 8 acres of corn and 2 miles of paths Corn cops to help if you get lost 8 adults 6 children Pumpkin patch and hayrides and special events Opening Friday August 30 at 4 Saturdays at 10 and Sundays at 11 Closing at Dusk Open mid week with reservations see ad this page Frerichs Farm 245 8245 43 Kinnicutt Ave Warren www frerichsfarm com They ve got corn mazes hay mazes pumpkin coach rides Charlie Brown s Pumpkin Patch and their annual fall pumpkin drop from a crane that is Baby animals April through Christmas All free salisbury Farm 942 9741 www salisburyfarm com Plainfield Pike and Peck Road Johnston This corn maze covers 4 acres PAGE 139

OUTDOOR FUN HAY rIDEs Chepachet Farms 568 9996 www chepachetfarms com 226 Tourtellot Hill Rd Chepachet Sleigh rides horse drawn wedding carriages horse drawn trolley horse drawn hay rides to pumpkin patch petting corral campfire picnic facilities inside and out and birthday parties pachet Brook Tree Farm 624 4872 or 624 7248 www pachetbrook com 4484 Main Rd Rt 77 S Tiverton Hayrides for all occasions Don t miss the Halloween Hayride pumpkin picking evening campfire hayrides birthday parties Christmas trees and school tours see ad page 138 pezza Farm 943 2707 www pezzafarm com 2279 Plainfield Pike Johnston Seasonal hay rides feed and pet animals goats pigs cows chicken sheep horses Special events Birthday parties Open Feb Dec 9 5 side Hill Farm 377 2426 www sidehillfarm biz 60 Clarks Falls Rd Hopkinton Hayrides horse carriage rides sleigh rides and stagecoach will even come to you HORSEBACK RIDING Providence North Gold Dust Cutting Horse Farm 568 8933 97 Reservoir Rd Chepachet Lessons pine Ledge stable 949 5822 Greenville Lessons boarding pony rides and parties PAGE 140 sunset stables 722 3033 www sunsetstablesri com 1 Twin River Rd Lincoln Trail ride 35 hr 8 years and older lessons and pony rides Open year round daily 9 4 Whispering Winds Farm 639 8112 or 568 9137 riwhisperingwindsfarm com 1465 Putnam Pike Chepachet East Bay Newport Equestrian Academy 837 4188 www NewportEquestrian com 287 Third Beach Rd Middletown Indoor arena trails lessons for beginners through advanced beach trail rides camps Horse sales ponies to Go 683 9437 www poniestogo com 516 Third Beach Rd Middletown Lessons and pony rides by appt at our beautiful farm Summer Camp July Aug We specialize in beginner riders however we also have intermediate advanced horses for students looking to advance their riding skills Our instructors are knowledgeable and enthusiastic sandy point stables 849 3958 www sandypointstables com 30 Sandy Point Farm Rd Portsmouth Indoor outdoor arena summer camp and lessons stepping stone ranch 397 3725 201 Escoheag Road W Greenwich www steppingstoneranch com

HALLOWEEN FUN HALLOWEEN THErApEuTIC rIDING FArMs Angels on Horseback 364 6106 40 Collins Rd Ashaway www angelsonhorsebackri com Greenlock Therapeutic riding Center 508 252 5814 www greenlock org 50 Summer St Rehoboth MA Horse play Therapeutic riding Center 294 3565 www hptrc org 143 Gilbert Stuart Rd Saunderstown Kindred spirits Farm Therapeutic riding 996 0480 www kindredspiritsfarm org Hope Valley The Mustard seed Farm 740 815 4123 TheMustardSeedFarm com NoTE Some of the Halloween attractions listed here are too scary for young children Factory of Terror 774 415 0153 www factoryofterror com 33 Pearl St Fall River MA Ages 10 Field of screams 397 2600 www HauntedHayride net 179 Plain Meeting House Rd W Greenwich Join the haunted hayride throughout October and travel through the Field of Screams encountering over 15 grisly and elaborate scenes brought to life or death as the case may be by professional actors eager to taunt visitors with state of the art scares Also visit the Dungeon of Doom the areas largest outdoor haunted maze Open every Thursday Sunday night in October Tickets go on sale at 6 30 Gates close at 9 on Thursday and Sunday 10pm on Friday and Saturday Visit website for admission discounts Fortress of Nightmares 841 0707 facebook com fortressofnightmares Nights in October starting at 6pm historic Fort Adams will unleash the restless spirits of its past on special haunted tours See spooky areas of the Fort not usually seen on regular tours and hear the eerie bizarre and macabre tales of the Fort s long history and legend May September Ghost Hunt 1st Friday of the month PAGE 141

OUTDOOR FUN Ghost Tours of Newport www ghostsofnewport com Our guides take you on a lanternled stroll down Newport s shadowy lanes You will discover first hand the ghosts ghouls and legends of our haunted city by the sea Haunted Labyrinth 942 6571 www hauntedlabyrinth com 804 Dyer Ave Cranston Mazes and chambers with horrors around every corner Call for hours prices Highland Farm s Trails to Terror 792 8188 www highlandfarmri com 4235 Tower Hill Rd Wakefield The woods of Highland Farm are haunted This is a family oriented event with the scary rides starting after 8pm pachet Brook Farm Halloween Hayrides 624 4872 4484 Main Rd Rt 77 S Tiverton www pachetbrook com Halloween hayrides that are appropriate for young children and families preschools schools and seniors Enjoy a hayride through acres of woods filled with characters and decorations The ride ends at a pumpkin patch where everyone gets a pumpkin Fun not scary Evening campfire hayrides too see ad page 138 roger Williams park Zoo 785 3510 1000 Elmwood Ave Providence www rwpzoo org plan yourvisit events jack o lanternspectacular Roger Williams Park Zoo is known for the annual Jack o Lantern spectacular the first Thursday evening in October through the first Sunday evening in November celebrating fantastic Halloween magic PAGE 142 Called EXTRAORDINARY by both CNN and USA Today guests are immersed in more than 5 000 intricately carved pumpkins along with special effects and surprises for the whole family Revel in the sights and sounds of the season while celebrating this otherworldly experience Follow the Jack O Lantern Spectacular on Facebook and Instagram spooky Zoo the last weekend in October is a daytime Halloween extravaganza offering Halloween fun for the whole family Children have the opportunity to Trick or Treat throughout the Zoo while supplies last Even the animals join in the fun enjoying nutritious appropriate snacks along with their human friends There is always something for everyone including pirate lovers sports enthusiasts animal lovers and generally anyone who enjoys Halloween Visit rwpzoo org for prices and special Halloween events see ad below and on page 134

IN AND ON THE BAY WHALE WATCHING Frances Fleet 783 4988 www francesfleet com Port of Galilee in Narragansett Whale watching deep sea fishing SWIMMING The Providence Recreation Department maintains six public pools Call 680 7300 for hours and information All of the pools listed also have easily accessible playgrounds and water parks except Zuccolo Almagno Pool 675 Plainfield St Selim Rogers Pool 60 Camden McGrane Pool 404 Dexter St Davey Lopes Pool and Recreation Complex 248 Dudley St questionable reopening at press time Zuccolo Pool 18 Gesler Street Also check out the YMCA s Aquatics at the Dwares JCC Pods Swimming Envious Swimming Boys Girls Clubs for swimming lessons WATER EXCURSIONS TOURS Providence North Blackstone Valley Explorer 724 2200 www rivertourblackstone com 40 passenger riverboat tours the Blackstone River Guided tours educational and group tour packages Operates Sundays May Oct Charters and senior groups welcome Call for special family events BOATING Looking to Charter www rifishing com If you re sailing from Pt Judith Snug Harbor or Jerusalem call the Rhode Island Party and Charter Boat Association La Gondola 421 8877 www gondolari com Enjoy a gondola excursion along the Woonasquatucket and Providence Rivers and view the revitalization of the city river walks and waterfront parks 3 goldolas up to 6 passengers each Family packages available Save The Bay Lighthouse Tour 272 3540 x 133 www savebay org lighthouse Save The Bay s narrated lighthouse cruises offer breathtaking views of the Newport Pell Bridge Prudence Island Gaspee Point and historic Fort Adams as well as up to 20 active and inactive lighthouses that have played an important role in the history of Narragansett Bay Tours depart from Providence or Newport and many offer a tour of the inside of a lighthouse Proceeds of lighthouse tours are used to support the restoration and preservation of the Pomham Rocks and Rose Island lighthouses Choose from three different tours Northern Bay Lighthouse Tour 3 5 hours depart Providence Southern Bay Lighthouse Tour 3 5 hours depart Newport Ultimate Lighthouse Tour 7 hours depart Providence Taunton River Tours 617 331 9829 riceman67 verizon net Charters tours and guide service Mt Hope Bay Bristol Newport Narragansett Bay PAGE 143

OUTDOOR FUN Schooner Adirondack 2 847 0000 www sail newport com This 78 foot vessel replicates the appearance of a classic sailing vessel indigenous to Newport Harbor at the turn of the century Daily summer sails from Bowens Wharf Newport Schooner Aurora 849 6683 www newportexperience com Goat Island Newport near Marina View beautiful Narragansett Bay on a 101 ft topsail schooner Wednesday beginning in June Schooner Madeleine 847 0298 www cruisenewport com Daily departures in season from Bannister s Wharf in downtown Newport aboard 72 foot schooner Madeleine East Bay West Bay and South County Fish n Tales Adventures 619 4431 Bay Cruises 295 4040 Gansett Cruises 619 1300 Sea Princess The General 294 0021 fishntalesadventures com Lobstering and Fishing Trips from Bowen s Wharf in Newport daily in summer Seal tours in Wickford November April See ad above www gansettcruises com Narrated Newport harbor tour daily in summer See ad this page Herreshoff Marine Museum 253 5000 www herreshoff org 1 Burnside St Bristol Set sail in Bristol Harbor and Narragansett Bay Choose a tour private lesson or charter with a professional captain and crew PAGE 144 www rhodeislandbaycruises com Aboard 400 passenger Millennium catamaran Departs from Quonset Point in N Kingstown Operates May October brandarismaritime com Harbor launch Wickford Town Wharf Call about scenic cruises ice cream cruises special occasions and dinner cruises Youth programs and harbor tours on The General

KAYAKING E X P L O R E R I O RG Learn about Rhode Island s blueways and greenways Interactive water map for paddling and interactive walking map for hikers Also a put in boat ramp list info exploreri org CANOE KAYAK PADDLEBOARD LESSONS RENTALS RI Canoe Kayak Association www ricka org Whitewater canoeing kayaking sea kayaking and family canoeing Monthly meetings racing parties and education Providence North Call Blackstone Valley Tourism 724 2200 or visit tourblackstone com for more information on this area Community Boating Center 454 SAIL 7245 www communityboating com Kayaking now available See listing under Sailing East Bay Island Surf and Sports 846 4421 www islandsports com 86 Aquidneck Ave Middletown Rent windsurfers surfboards boogeyboards kayaks CA N O E TH E B L A CK S T O N E RI V E R Learn how to canoe the 45 mile long Blackstone River Call 762 0440 for a free copy of the book Blackstone River Canoe Guide West Bay South County The Kayak Centre 295 4400 www kayakcentre com 70 Brown St Wickford Rentals tours instruction sit on tops touring fishing stand up paddling SUP Narrow River Kayaks 789 0334 www narrowriverkayaks com 95 Middlebridge Rd Narragansett Sales rentals tours and instruction Paddle Surf RI 741 5661 www paddlesurfri com Westerly Paddleboard RI 684 0575 www paddleboardri com Located all over the Ocean State s beautiful coastline Quaker Lane Bait Tackle 294 9642 www quakerlanetackle com 4019 Quaker Ln North Kingstown Outdoor outfitter with a full line of fishing canoeing kayaking rentals sales supplies bait tackle REI Outdoor Retailer 275 5250 www rei com cranston 22 Chapel View Blvd Cranston Kayak paddleboard rentals Outdoor adventure classes Westwood YMCA 397 7779 www ymcapawtucket org 2093 Harkney Hill Rd Coventry Canoes and kayaks PAGE 145

OUTDOOR FUN Ferries Block Island High Speed Ferry 783 7996 1 866 783 7996 Interstate Navigation Company Pt Judith and Newport www blockislandferry com Get to Block Island FAST on the hispeed Block Island Ferry From Point Judith RI you re there in only 30 minutes During the summer you can also take a hi speed ferry from Newport AND Fall River The Newport ferry leaves from downtown next to Perrotti Park while the Fall River hi speed leaves from the Fall River State Pier and travels to Newport before going on to Block Island However you get there you ll walk off the boat to sandy beaches great restaurants walking trails nature preserves and historic sights Come for a day or stay longer at an Old Harbor Victorian era hotel Or book a narrated group tour with lunch for 25 or more by contacting the Group Sales Department at 866783 7996 ext 124 See ad next page Block Island Traditional Ferry 783 7996 1 866 783 7996 Sail Away on the Block Island Ferry Enjoy a leisurely sail from Point Judith RI to Old Harbor Block Island and walk off the boat to a variety of shops and great restaurants Take in the island s nature S URF DIVE G EAR RENTALS AND L ESSONS SURF REPORT 841 5160 Bubbles Dive Center 847 4985 55 Chapel St Newport Scuba dive instruction equipment CPR First aid PAGE 146 trails historic sights or sandy beaches With enclosed passenger areas and snack bar the Traditional vehicle ferries carry passengers cars motorcycles and bicycles and leave multiple times daily Narrated island tours with lunch are available for groups of 25 or more through our Group Sales Department 866 7837996 ext 124 see ad next page Bristol to Prudence and Hog Islands 683 0430 Church Street Wharf on Thames St www prudenceferry com Jamestown Newport Ferry 423 9900 www jamestownnewportferry com www conanicutmarina com One East Ferry Wharf Jamestown Stops include Rose Island lighthouse Jamestown Fort Adams Museum of Yachting Bowen s Wharf Perrotti Park Newport Martha sVineyard Fast Ferry 295 4040 www vineyardfastferry com 90 minute trip from Quonset Pt Also Sunset Cruises Steamship Authority 508 548 5011 www steamshipauthority com Leaves from Woods Hole for Martha s Vineyard and from Hyannis to Nantucket Call for schedule Elemental Surf Shop 846 2280 www elementalsurfandskate com 89 Aquidneck Ave Middletown Surfboards snowboards skateboards rentals and sales Kalipso Dive Shop 231 3483 www kalipsodive com 375 Putnam Pike Rt 44 Smithfield

SAILING Narragansett Surf and Skate 789 7890 www narragansett surfandskate com 74 Narragansett Ave Narragansett Paddleboard lessons too PARASAILING Block Island Parasailing 864 2474 www blockislandparasail com SAILING LESSONS American Sail Training Assn 846 1775 221 3rd Street Newport www sailtraining org Information on nearly 250member sail training programs on sailboats from 30 200 feet PAGE 147

OUTDOOR FUN Sail to Prevail 849 8898 P O Box 1264 Newport www sailtoprevail org Sailing for children and adults with all types of disabilities See ad previous page Bristol Yacht Club 253 2922 www bristolyc com Poppasquash Rd off Rt 114 Bristol Summer sailing lessons for children 7 to 15 years of age Beginners to advanced and racing classes Tots program for 5 and 6 year olds Boating Safety class year round Community Boating Center 454 SAIL 7245 www communityboating com info communityboating com Community Boating Center CBC is a non profit 501c3 recreational organization offering all members of the community an opportunity to sail Located in India Point Park CBC provides outreach sailing and kayak lessons and affordable access to the Providence waterfront CBC offers four different two week youth summer sailing camp sessions Adult evening classes also available Edgewood Yacht Club 781 9626 www edgewoodyachtclub com Shaw Ave Cranston Full service marina and yacht club Herreshoff Marine Museum 253 5000 www herreshoff org Come for a lesson in an iconic Bristol built Herreshoff 12 Private instruction and summer camps Hobie Fleet 448 647 3203 www fleet448 org For beginners to experienced sailors Classes events regattas PAGE 148

BIKING Newport Sailing School and Tours 848 2266 Pawtucket Red SOX Baseball Club 724 7300 Newport Yacht Club 846 9410 Pawtucket Slaterettes 230 7638 www newportsailing com Goat Island Dock A Newport www newportyachtclub org Long Wharf Newport Adult jr sailing program June mid Aug Sail Newport 846 1983 60 Ft Adams Dr Newport www sailnewport org Sailboat rentals storage racing regattas special events Two week full day youth summer sailing URI Sailing Center 783 0797 236 Salt Pond Rd Wakefield web uri edu campusrec sailing Summer sailing program three 4 wk sessions for children and adults Westwood YMCA 397 7779 2093 Harkney Hill Rd Coventry Sailing instruction for children ages 10 and up must be a proficient swimmer Their Family Lakeside Sailing Club entitles members to use of boats etc MORE SPORTS AIRSOFT Extreme Airsoft 789 1987 www extremeairsoftri com 1425 Kingstown Rd S Kingstown BASEBALL SOFTBALL See ad previous page 1 Columbus Ave Pawtucket www slaterettes com Girls women s baseball league Rhode Island Baseball Institute 732 9575 www ribibaseball com 2011 Post Rd Warwick Upper Deck Baseball Academy 334 1539 www upperdeckba com 1 John Dean Memorial Blvd Cumberland B ASKETBALL One on One Basketball 639 0814 www 1on1basketball com See ad next page BIKE TRAILS Special Places Visit www riparks com for more comprehensive information BUSES bike racks are available on R I P T A buses to take you and your bike to your favorite biking areas Call R I P T A at 781 9400 or 800 244 0444 www RIPTA com Apponaug Girl s Softball www agsoftball com For girls ages 5 through high school Newport Gulls Baseball 849 4982 www newportgulls com Bellevue Ave Ocean Park Dr 15 miles of paths from around Atlantic Ocean and Newport Mansions Blackstone River Bikeway First 11 6 mile section of proposed 19 mile path through the Blackstone Valley National Heritage Corridor between Providence and Worcester MA PAGE 149

OUTDOOR FUN www dot state ri us bikeri to download maps of all of the Rhode Island bike trails Block Island Conanicut Island East Bay Bike Path 253 7482 South County Bike Path 789 4422 7 miles of paths www southcountybikepath org Colt State Park A paved pathway runs throughout the park Parking restrooms food phones picnic areas and beautiful view of Narragansett Bay The East Bay Bike path runs through Riverside Park at 50 Aleppo St Prov Providence s only off road bike path We have the Red Shed Bike Shop where classes are held and we have bike rides and paddle trips www wrwc org events php Colt State Park Office 14 5 miles of paved paths for biking skating running etc Starts at India Point Park in Providence and ends in Bristol Greenville Area of Smithfield 20 miles of paths in and around village 20 miles of paths on the Island Goddard State Park In East Greenwich 8 miles of paths Paths and trails throughout the island Tiverton Sakonnet Little Compton 25 30 miles of paths Wilson Park Bikeway 294 3331 1 5 mile loop circling Wilson Park in Wickford PAGE 150

BIKING B IKE S KATE R ENTALS See bike safety article on page 18 Block Island Bike and Car Rental 466 2297 Ocean Ave Block Island Bike rentals in season year round car rentals NBX Bikes www nbxbikes com 922 Boston Neck Road Narragansett 782 4444 3480 Post Road Warwick 729 Hope Street Providence 739 0393 274 5300 414 Warren Ave E Providence 434 3838 See ad inside front cover FENCING Rhode Island Fencing Academy and Club RIFAC 434 2404 www rifac com 14 Almeida Ave E Providence See ad below G OLF Visit www rigolf com and Mini Golf in Entertainment Special Olympics 349 4900 370 George Washington Highway Smithfield SpecialOlympicsRI org Year round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic type sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities Button Hole 421 1664 One Button Hole Drive Providence www buttonhole org Non profit 9 hole par 3 golf course with lighted driving range Clubs available for use open year round Lessons for kids and adults HOCKEY ICE RI Amateur Hockey Assoc www ri hockey org RI Panthers www ripanthers com PAGE 151

OUTDOOR FUN Our Pro Teams Pawtucket Red Sox Baseball See ad pg 135 724 7300 Columbus Way Pawtucket AAA International Baseball League affiliate of Boston Red Sox National Hockey League Prov Bruins 273 5000 www providencebruins com The top development affiliate of the National League Boston Bruins New England Patriots www Patriots com They re a Rhode Island team Local Town Sports Most towns offer instructional soccer lacrosse football and or baseball softball leagues and camps for boys and girls Call your town recreation department LACROSSE Ocean State Lacrosse 396 9889 www oceanlax com Fall and winter indoor leagues for boys and girls grades 3 through high school Also Summer Camp and boys travel summer league Rhode Island Youth Lacrosse League www riyll org PAINTBALL BattleGroundz 305 3600 www battlegroundz net 100 Higginson Ave Lincoln PAGE 152 Providence Indoor Paintball 467 2815 www providencepaintball com 199 Thurston St Providence See ad under Birthday Parties RACING BIG AND LITTLE CARS Johnny Lightning Race Club Diecast metal cars 248 1625 www ljlrc com Races the second Sunday of each month at the MacColl YMCA located at 26 Breakneck Hill Rd Lincoln RI Doors open to the public at 8 30 am We have lots of fun Racing Hot Wheels Matchbox Johnny Lightning cars on our two and four lane tracks We also race the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to help raise money for A Wish Come True a local charitable organization Seekonk Speedway The real deal 508 336 9959 www seekonkspeedway com 1710 Fall River Ave Seekonk MA Only local NASCAR facility May through Oct Lots of special events ROCK CLIMBING Central Rock Gym 889 5452 www centralrockgym com 275 W Natick Rd Warwick Rock Spot Climbing 727 1704 100 Higginson Ave Lincoln www rockspotclimbing com United Skates of America 438 9898 75 New Road East Providence www UnitedskatesRI com

SKATE PARKS See Roller Skating page 174 Bristol Town Beach Bulgarmarsh Rec Area 732 Lees River Ave Somerset MA www teamworkssomerset com Rt 77 in Tiverton East Providence Skate Park Onna Moniz John Park on Central Ave East Prov First Beach Memorial Blvd Newport Glocester Memorial Park Skate Park Herbert F Paine Memorial Park Skate Park Chepachet 1277 Main Street Coventry Kent County YMCA Warwick Mickey Stevens Skate Park 975 Sandy Lane Warwick Neutaconkanut Park 508 676 3956 Adult and youth indoor leagues in soccer football volleyball inline hockey dek hockey lacrosse Parties private rentals school vacation camps see ads pages 110 142 167 and SAVE with coupon on page 179 181 WINTER F UN S KIING BOARDING Note In the summer most ski areas offer lots of cool activities Visit their websites Rhode Island s Only Ski Area Newman YMCA 160 Yawgoo Valley Rd Exeter RI www yawgoo com 30 minutes from Providence 12 trails night skiing snow making rental shop ski school children s programs In the summer a cool water park see Water Parks The Neighborhood Guild 325 Columbia St S Kingstown 789 9301 463 5565 Providence 1680 Hartford Ave Johnston Seekonk MA Teamworks 170 Jefferson Blvd Warwick www teamworkswarwick com Colt State Park Rt 114 Bristol WINTER FUN Oakland Beach Skate Park Yawgoo Valley Ski Area 294 3802 430 Oakland Beach Ave Warwick SOCCER American Youth Soccer Organization AYSO 473 4606 www ayso bluesombrero com region715 Sherwood Won Sports 508 336 6565 wonsportsinc com 1314 Fall River Ave Seekonk MA ICE SKATING Call for local pond ice skating conditions 667 6222 Rinks are indoors unless noted Alex and Ani City Center 680 7390 www theprovidencerink com 2 Kennedy Plaza Prov Outside PAGE 153

OUTDOOR FUN Boss Arena 874 4988 www bossicearena com At URI Benny Magieri Ice Rink 822 9260 100 Factory St West Warwick westwarwickciviccenter com Cranston Veterans Memorial Ice Rink 316 2579 www cvmrink com Phoenix Ave Cranston Levy Community Rink 568 8615 425 East Ave Burrillville Municipal Ice Arena 233 1051 101 Pleasant View Ave Smithfield ICE SAFETY Never assume the ice is safe The only safe ice is at a rink Never skate on an untested lake or pond The ice should have a minimum uniform thickness of 6 inches Never skate alone Only skate during the day or if an area is illuminated Know the name of the body of water nearby street and where the nearest location is for help Never use the ice for a shortcut Never go out onto the ice after an animal or toy Portsmouth Abbey Skating Rink 643 1313 It takes at least 5 to 7 days of temperatures in the low 20 s before ice may become safe Newport Yachting Center 846 1600 ALL EMERGENCIES DIAL 911 285 Cory s Lane Portsmouth 20 Commercial Wharf Newport outside www skatenewport com RI Sports Center 728 7420 risportscenter com 1186 Eddie Dowling Hwy N Smithfield Thayer Warburton Arena 738 2000 x6811 975 Sandy Lane Warwick Lessons www warwickri gov R I Department of Parks and Recreation www riparks com SEAL WATCHING Winter is also the perfect time to seal watch on Narragansett Bay January through March is best Check out seals LIVE www RoseIsland org Check out this live video of the Citing Rock area where harbor seals hang out during February March and early April Save The Bay Seal Cruises 203 7325 www savebay org seals From October through April Save The Bay offers seal watch cruises and nature tours in Newport Westerly and Fall River aboard our education vessels PAGE 154

ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES FUN FOR LITTLE ONES Also see Help for New Parents Cool Activities for Kids All That Matters 782 2126 315 Main St Wakefield www allthatmatters com Child Parent Explorations Bellani Maternity 822 9900 1276 Bald Hill Rd Warwick www bellanimaternity com Build A Bear Workshop www buildabear com Providence Place 369 7919 Emerald Square North Attleboro MA 508 643 3443 Make your own stuffed animal Birthday parties Dwares JCC 421 4111 401 Elmgrove Ave Providence www jewishallianceri org See ad page 157 Hasbro Funlab 727 5918 1027 Newport Ave Pawtucket Enroll your child to test toys and games at Hasbro s Funlab see ad below Little Gym 232 9800 445 Putnam Pike Greenville www thelittlegym com smithfieldri Mom s Clubs See page 22 PAGE 155

ACTIVITIES Pawtucket Family YMCA 727 7900 20 Summer St Pawtucket Offers swim lessons for preschoolers starting at 6 months of age see ad page 124 and SAVE in Coupon section page 189 Play Date 508 557 0122 1460 Fall River Avenue Suite 1 Seekonk MA www PlayDateNE com Rock a Baby Music Classes 524 7113 www rockababymusic com Classes in Providence Warwick and Barrington ad previous page Teamworks 463 5565 www teamworkswarwick com www teamworkssomerset com 170 Jefferson Blvd Warwick TYPS Teamworks Youth Programs are designed to give children 2 to 7 years old an opportunity to play with others in a fun and positive environment see ad below COOL ACTIVITIES CLASSES FOR KIDS Also check out Bookstores Entertainment Farms Outdoor Fun Sports for more cool things to do Activities specifically geared toward younger children will be listed under Fun for Little Ones 4 H Club 874 2959 www URI edu 4h Exciting programs ranging from sewing to woodworking to conservation and environment Plus fundraisers fairs trips workshops and camps Boys Girls Clubs of RI Programs For Children 18 mos 9 2 9 3 9 9 9 8 4 5 16 9 9 9 2 9 9 0 9 9 9 8 7 9 PAGE 156 East Providence 434 6776 Pawtucket 722 8840 Newport County 847 6927 Providence 444 0750 Warwick 467 4385 Cumberland Lincoln 333 4850 Boy Girl Scouting See pages 125 126 Dwares JCC 421 4111 401 Elmgrove Avenue Providence www jewishallianceri org Fitness center including indoor pool preschool infant toddler programs after school program summer camp gallery story time arts and crafts cultural events and more See ad next page

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TRAINS ACTIVITIES Blackstone Valley Scenic Railway Tours 495 1213 Order online at blackstonevalleypolarexpress com 1 Depot Square Woonsocket Polar Express tours on the Providence and Worcester Railroad Fall foliage and Antique shopping trip to Putnam CT in October Call for special trips Newport Narragansett Dinner Train 295 1204 www trainsRI com 1 Alexander Rd Portsmouth Enjoy dinner and luncheon excursions Aquidneck Island Rail Tours Murder Mysteries Santa Train and more Rail Explorers New 877 833 8588 www railexplorers net 1 Alexander Rd Portsmouth See ad this page Healthtrax www healthtrax com 1000 Division Rd E Greenwich 223 4444 15 Catamore Blvd E Providence 434 3600 2191 Post Rd Warwick 732 2413 Health fitness and sports programs for kids of all ages at Healthtrax a Care New England Wellness Center Kids Workshops at Home Depot 826 0600 800 Universal Blvd Warwick www workshops homedepot com Woodworking classes the first Saturday of every month from 9am12 00pm for children of all ages Child must be accompanied by a parent Available at other locations in RI and MA Mastermind Adventures 262 Swansea Mall Drive 205 508 812 0346 www mastermindadventures com info mastermindadventures com Board game lounge and Nerf arena offering activities and enrichment programs that are healthy fun alternatives to screen time Southeast New England Chess Assoc 359 1602 P O Box 40604 Providence www senecachess org Year round classes and tournaments Young Marines rhodeislandyoungmarines com For boys and girls ages 8 high school promotes a healthy drugfree lifestyle while developing selfdiscipline teamwork leadership Fit 2 Cook for Kids 294 6800 www Fit2cook4kids org Cooking fitness and communication programs in summer camps and after school PAGE 158

ART YMCA s Newport Armed Services YMCA 846 9622 Newport County YMCA 847 9200 www newportymca org Pawtucket YMCA 727 7900 www ymcapawtucket org Heritage Park YMCA 727 7050 MacColl Field YMCA 725 0773 Westwood YMCA 397 7779 Woonsocket YMCA 769 0791 See ad page 124 and in Coupon section page 189 Providence YMCA 521 9622 www ymcagreaterprovidence org Bayside Branch 245 2444 Community Services InTown 456 0100 Cranston Branch 943 0444 East Side 521 0155 YMCA Camp Fuller 783 5359 Kent County 828 0130 Newman Branch 508 336 7103 South County Branch 783 3900 West Bay 295 6501 Smithfield YMCA 949 2480 www ymca1 org Ocean Community YMCA oceancommunityymca org Arcadia Wyoming 539 2306 Westerly Pawcatuck 596 2894 YWCA s Greater RI 722 3010 324 Broad St Central Falls Northern RI 769 7450 514 Blackstone St Woonsocket Programs and activities including day care and summer camps to enrich the lives of women and girls health wellness leadership economic opportunities technology education and more NOTE Activities exclusively for younger children are listed under Fun for Little Ones ART ART BY YOU at Weirdgirl Creations Pottery Studio 247 1397 33 Kent Street Barrington www weirdgirlcreations com The Artists Exchange 490 9475 www artists exchange org 50 Rolfe Square Cranston Artists Exchange is home to multiple art studios a gallery art boutique and caf along with secondary venue Theatre 82 a multi use performance meeting and instructional space Enriching classes and summer camps are offered year round in art ceramics theater and music and a variety of events including plays music concerts birthday parties and fundraisers are hosted see ad next page PAGE 159

ACTIVITIES ClayArt Studio 245 4895 www clayartstudiori com 14 Pacquin Rd Barrington Classes for children adults and both Clayground 884 4888 www claygroundstudio com 5600 Post Rd East Greenwich Create Color Art Studio 363 9511 Blue Door Art Studio 349 2812 115 Pleasant View Ave Smithfield www bluedoorartstudio com CityArts 941 0795 www providencecityarts org 891 Broad St Prov Free after school program for Providence area children 8 to 14 Music theatre drawing and painting poetry and creative writing ceramics dance etc www createcolorartstudio com Salt Pond Plaza 91 Point Judith Rd Unit D 3 Narragansett Jamestown Arts Center 560 0979 18 Valley Street Jamestown www jamestownartcenter org KidzArt 921 3285 www kidzart com Innovative fine arts drawing program for kids of all ages Mudstone Studios 297 9412 www mudstonestudios com 30 Cutler St Warren Ceramic classes and more Museum of Primitive Art and Culture 783 5711 1058 Kingstown Road Peace Dale www primitiveartmuseum org Features craft projects for children from tribal chokers to sundials FREE with a nominal materials fee Newport Art Museum 848 8200 76 Bellevue Ave Newport www newportartmuseum org Classes camps and workshops in a wide variety of media offered throughout the year for school age children teens and their parents Ask about vacation camps see ad this page PAGE 160

DANCE The RISD Museum 454 6500 224 Benefit St Providence www risdmuseum org The RISD Museum offers a variety of ways for families to engage with a world class collection of art and design Join us for family films gallery talks and open studio time Sundays are free for the entire family Please visit us online for schedule of events and activities RISD Continuing Education Young Artist Program 454 6200 345 S Main St Providence ce risd edu Why RISD CE Kids and teens ages 6 17 attending RISD Continuing Education s Young Artist camps and classes experience world class facilities outstanding educators and educational excellence the hallmarks of this worldrenowned institution Classes utilize Rhode Island School of Design s unique facilities including studio space Museum Nature Lab and Tillinghast Place in Barrington Now also offering courses for teens at the Westerly Education Center in Westerly RI Parents and children can choose from a wide range of classes and camps drawing painting sculpture comic book art animation moviemaking and more A complete listing of classes and camps is available in our seasonal catalog or online The Sew Op 447 5500 www the sew op com 14 Phillips St N Kingstown Tiverton Four Corners Center for Arts and Education 624 2600 3852 Main Rd Tiverton fourcornersarts org VSA Arts RI 725 0247 www vsartsri org 500 Prospect St Pawtucket Art programs for people with disabilities Warwick Center for the Arts 737 0010 3259 Post Road Warwick warwickcfa org Arts Camps as well as monthly Art Workshops to introduce new mediums and Art Badge Workshops for Boy and Girl Scouts can be scheduled Art Classes and Improv Comedy Classes are also scheduled for teens Art exhibits Gallery hours are Tuesday Friday 10 5 and Saturday 10 3 DANCE DRAMA Also See Music ACTSA 246 1230 x3036 63 Federal Rd Barrington www standrews ri org ACTSA the former All Children s Theatre offers a comprehensive theater arts education to youth ages 5 18 throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts Year round programs include after school classes workshops camps and residencies The Center for Dynamic Learning 461 1813 1 Louisa Street Providence www cdlri org The Contemporary Theater Company Workshop Box Office 218 0282 327 Main St Wakefield contemporarytheatercompany com PAGE 161

ACTIVITIES Courthouse Center for the Arts 782 1018 www courthousearts org 3481 Kingstown Road West Kingston Concerts summer theatre summer camp film Everett Company Stage and School 831 9479 www everettri org 9 Duncan Avenue Providence For ages 12 23 this community based performance arts center holds skillbuilding dance and theatre classes Festival Ballet Providence School 353 1129 825 Hope Street Providence https festivalballetprovidence org school The Festival Ballet Providence School is a focused and nurturing dance training academy offering the experience of dance education in a supportive environment The School s year round classes for children and adults of all ages and abilities are held in its state of the art facility in Providence s vibrant East Side see ad next page The Gamm Theatre 723 4266 172 Exchange St Pawtucket www gammtheatre org Classes for toddlers and caregivers plus classes for elementary and middle school students Kaleidoscope Theatre 942 3637 65 Freedom Drive Cranston www KaleidoscopeTheatre com Newport Children s Theatre P O Box 144 Newport www newportchildrenstheatre com Year round acting classes main stage productions and musical theatre summer camp PAGE 162 Water Fire www waterfire com Providence Ballet 861 4842 194 Oxford Street Providence Providence Ballet South 500 Main Street East Greenwich www providenceballet com Classes for students starting ages three through adults We provide Creative Movement for our young beginning dancers introducing musical awareness improving coordination and movement exploration Our rigorous Ballet technique develops with the appropriate fundamentals for each level developing proper alignment strength and discipline to encourage expression through the art of dance We also provide Modern Tap and Jazz dance classes for children seven years and up All of our staff are qualified professionals many still performing Artists All teachers have had years of experience working with both children and adults RI Youth Theatre 447 0458 www RIYT org Cranston South County West Bay School vacation week and summer theatre programs for students ages 7 to 18 SMARTS Collaborative 508 222 8484 www smartscollab org P O Box 356 Attleboro MA Theatre for students grades 4 no experience necessary no auditions Trinity Repertory Company 351 4242 201 Washington St Providence www trinityrep com Arts enrichment classes and workshops for students in grades K 12 through the Young Actors Studio Classes include summer programming and afterschool classes

MUSIC MUSIC MOVEMENT Also See Dance The Choir School of Newport County 848 2562 www thechoirschoolri org Julie Garnett s Musical Concerts 464 8009 www juliegarnett com The Guitar Studio 385 3939 www guitarstudio us 45 Nooseneck Hill Rd Unit 6 W Greenwich Kindermusik www kindermusik com Kindermusik w Esther Pawtucket 475 3885 www zabinskimusicstudio com Kindermusik w Heather 234 1279 www hskidds yourvirtuoso com Kindermusik w Maria 683 3840 While children sing play instruments and practice finger plays they learn the basic concepts of rhythm and melody as well as the joy of musical expression Classes for infants preschoolers young school children Mary Ann Hall s Music for Children 272 2006 www musicforchildrenri com Music Together Barrington 477 3865 Danni Cauley Director www musictogethereastbay com Cranston and E Prov 316 3407 Lori s Music Together www lorismusictogether com East Side Music Together 497 4002 Jennifer Romanat Director www eastsidemusictogether com Newport County 846 9014 www arts in celebration com Classes offered in Newport and Portsmouth Christopher Kavi Carbone Director North Kingstown 364 7664 SONG Barbi Beyer Director www SingwithB com Warwick 739 4171 or 749 6900 With Anne Marie Forer Tunes N Tales Greenville area www tunes n tales com tunesntales hotmail com Rock a Baby Music Classes 524 7113 www rockababymusic com Classes in Providence Warwick and Barrington See ad page 155 PAGE 163

ACTIVITIES The Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School 248 7001 time to play SM Any age any instru ument any skill level welcome l Classicaal Jazz Rock more l Privatte Lessons Group Classes l Yo outth Orchestras Wind Ense embles l Cl Cla laasses sses for Babies Preschoollers lS Suzuki Lessons Classes l Electronic Music Creation Call 401 248 7001 or visit musicschool riphil org Newport County Youth Chorus www newportsings org FREE after school program serving singers in grades 2 6 in Newport County No experience necessary to join just a love for singing We hope to see you in September 2018 Prov Performing Arts Center www ppacri org 421 2787 220 Weybosset St Providence Family Night on Broadway For special performances children 18 and under are eligible to receive one free ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket Bank of America Arts Showcase Middle school students attend live performances of theater music or dance during the academic year Camp Broadway Summer camp PAGE 164 www riphil org musicschool East Providence just off 195 Learn to play your way Any age any instrument any skill level Connect your love for music and learning Whether just getting started or taking your playing to the next level private lessons are essential Learn one on one with a skilled musician in Violin Piano Guitar Drums Percussion Voice Saxophone Trumpet and much more Develop performance skills and understanding through Youth Orchestras Jazz Ensembles Rock Bands and Chamber Music Build fundamentals with Music Theory and Electronic Music Creation Introduction to the Instruments helps children find the right instrument Nurture the musical potential of young children through Soundplay and Music Together classes for babies through preschoolers and Suzuki programs for ages 4 9 Need based financial aid is available see ad above The Rhody Center for World Music and Dance 475 5955 410 Tiogue Ave Coventry www therhodycenter org Robert s Musical Instruments 823 5459 www robertsmusicri com 687 Quaker Lane W Warwick Lessons on most instruments beginner to advanced VSA Arts Rhode Island 725 0247 500 Prospect St Pawtucket www vsartsri org Programs for children and adults in drama dance creative writing music and the visual arts You Rock School of Music 648 7575 You Rock School of Music com 1802 Broad St Cranston

SCIENCE SCIENCE AND ASTRONOMY Brown University STEM I for Middle School Program 863 7900 www brown edu summer stem1 Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics Explore Discover Achieve STEM I is a two week residential program for curious middle school students who seek to Immerse themselves in exciting STEM subjects Connect with other students who love learning as much as they do Gain an understanding of the requirements to be successful in challenging academic settings Build foundations for future success in science and engineering Frosty Drew Observatory 859 1450 FrostyDrew org 61 Park Lane Ninigret Park Charlestown The observatory is open all year long on clear Friday evenings and special occasions for all ages of beginning astronomers to learn more about the skies The Museum of Natural History and Cormack Planetarium 785 9457 x223 Roger Williams Park Providence The Museum is open every day from 10 00am until 4 00pm with last admission at 3 30pm Museum admission is 2 free for children under 4 years old Planetarium admission which includes museum admission is 3 No one under age 4 is permitted in the planetarium The planetarium is open to the public every weekend during school vacation weeks and daily July and August with shows beginning promptly at 2pm The Museum of Science Gilliland Observatory 680 7221 Science Pk Boston MA www mos org Free Friday Night Stargazing in the Gilliland Observatory located atop the Museum s garage roof Friday evenings approx 8 30 10pm weather permitting March through mid November POW Science 788 1024 www powsciencetoys com 160 Old Tower Hill Rd Wakefield Hands on science programs for schools birthdays and summer Seagrave Memorial Observatory www theskyscrapers org 47 Peeptoad Road North Scituate Open year round every clear Saturday night weather permitting Explore the heavens with members of the Skyscrapers Astronomical Society Check the web site and more American Sign Language Academy 722 1022 255 Main St Pawtucket www aslacademy org learnasl aslacademy org Brown University PreCollege Programs Summer Brown 863 7900 www brown edu summer SUMMER BROWN PRE COLLEGE PROGRAMS Summer Brown University is about challenge discovery and new friends Each summer talented high school students from around the world come to Brown for a true residential college experience Academics are at the core of the Summer Brown experience with more than 250 courses to choose from PAGE 165

PUBLIC LIBRARIES OFFER MORE THAN BOOKS ACTIVITIES By Megan Weeden hen people think of the library they think books And while public libraries certainly do still have lots of books libraries offer so much more than what s found on the shelves Here s a list of things you may find through your public library 1 Museum passes You can borrow discount passes to many of New England s museums through your local library Not all libraries offer the same passes but these can include Roger Williams Zoo Boston Museum of Science Mystic Aquarium Providence Children s Museum and Old Sturbridge Village W 2 Audio books and eBooks Of course libraries have traditional books But all of them also have audio books so you can listen to stories on your commute or at home And with an Ocean State Library card you can access thousands of audiobooks and eBooks to download to your various devices through the eZone 3 DVDs If you want something to watch save money and head to your library Whatever you re in the mood for you ll find it there Libraries have substantial DVD collections including popular movies exercise videos and educational content Some libraries even circulate streaming devices like ROKUs or binge boxes with curated content PAGE 166 4 Ancestry Genealogy information Many libraries have subscriptions to genealogy websites like Ancestry com that are free to use at the library They also have local history sections where you might find valuable genealogy information 5 Computer classes Want to get better at Microsoft word 6 Activities for kids and adults All libraries offer programs for kids teens and adults yearround 7 Telescopes Not all libraries offer this but quite a few have telescopes that you can check out and take home to look closely at the night sky 8 Research assistance At the heart of the library are the librarians Librarians are trained information experts and can help you find information you often can t find elsewhere 9 Games Many libraries offer video games for various gaming consoles and some offer board games 10 Household Tools Some libraries let you borrow tools you might need to get a quick home improvement job done 11 Miscellaneous Ukuleles fishing poles cake pans puppets ghost hunting kits sewing machines each library is unique in what goods and services they offer Check in often to see what you can get with your library card For more information on Rhode Island Libraries visit www oslri org

MUSEUMS MUSEUMS Providence North Providence Children s Museum 273 5437 100 South St Providence www ChildrenMuseum org An imaginative hands on place for kids and families to play learn and grow together with interactive indoor and outdoor exhibits and creative daily programs Enjoy the Creativity Initiative launching this year with interactive new exhibit spaces and opportunities to create with unique materials and authentic tools in the new Innovation Lab and Maker Studio Explore the whirling ways of water in a wonder filled water play environment Experiment with intriguing puzzles and challenges and investigate the playful power of air light and sound Wriggle through tunnels and a twostory climbing maze in The Children s Garden discover a whimsical woodland environment for young children and MUCH more Admission is 12 members are free Open every day from 9 AM 5 PM and select Fridays until 8 PM Free parking wheelchair accessible Play Every Day See ad this page Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum 453 0688 199 Hope Street on the East Side of Prov www lippitthouse org The Lippitt House is an 1865 Renaissance Revival Mansion The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 680 7221 providenceri gov museum Roger Williams Park Elmwood Ave Providence Open year round daily 10 4pm Museum of Work and Culture 769 9675 www RIHS org 42 South Main St Woonsocket Traces the story of mill workers who came from the farms of Quebec in the last third of the 19th century to work in the shoe and textile factories of New England Closed Mon RISD Museum of Art 454 6500 224 Benefit Street Providence www risdmuseum org The RISD Museum offers a variety of ways for families to engage with a world class collection of art and design Please visit us online for schedule of events and activities RI Museum of Science Art 763 Westminster St Providence www rimosa org Innovative interactive exhibits and programs that awaken curiosity encourage experimentation and improve understanding of the world around us While our programs are geared towards older children our open ended hands on exhibits are engaging fascinating fun for all PAGE 167

ACTIVITIES SPECIAL EVENTS Dunkin Donuts Center 331 0700 1 LaSalle Sq Providence www dunkindonutscenter com Hosts popular events and shows such as concerts sports circus wrestling etc Providence Performing Arts Center 421 2787 220 Weybosset St Providence www ppacri org RI Convention Center 458 6000 1 Sabin St Providence www riconvention com Enjoy many shows including the International Auto Show Spring Flower and Garden Show Kids Fair Pet Show Boat Show and more Slater Mill 725 8638 67 Roosevelt Ave Pawtucket www slatermill org A National Historic Landmark the Slater Mill Museum brings textile manufacturing history to life through the voices of its expert interpretive guides The Museum includes the Slater Mill c 1793 the Wilkinson Machine Shop c 1810 and the Sylvanus Brown House c 1758 on a 4 5 acre riverside site along the Blackstone River in Pawtucket Rhode Island Learn the story of innovation labor entrepreneurism women s rights the cotton economy immigration and New Englands textile industry Come see touch learn and be inspired by the unique example of Slater Mill at the place where the industrial revolution began in America 219 years ago East Bay Audubon Nature Center 245 7500 1401 Hope Street Bristol See listing under Aquariums PAGE 168 Herreshoff Marine Museum and America s Cup Hall of Fame 253 5000 www Herreshoff org Burnside Street and Rt 114 Bristol See and feel the Golden Age of Yachting and trace the history of the world famous Herreshoff Manufacturing Company See more than 60 historic yachts steam engines fittings and the Model Room with a rare collection of the half hulls from which the historic yachts were built Step into the America s Cup Hall of Fame Educational programs including sailing lessons Charters available National Museum of American Illustration 851 8949 www AmericanIllustration org 492 Bellevue Ave Newport Naval War College Museum 841 4052 686 Cushing Rd Newport Exhibits on the history of Naval Warfare and the Navy in Narragansett Bay Free Open M F 10 4 00 weekends from June to September from 12 to 4 0 pm closed holidays 24 hour notice requested before visiting museum Newport Art Museum 848 8200 www newportartmuseum org 76 Bellevue Ave Newport The only museum to focus on the finest Rhode Island and regional art past and present See art and make art together Enjoy changing exhibitions concerts live theatre workshops art classes and special events throughout the year see ad page 160

MUSEUMS Newport Car Museum 848 2277 www newportcarmuseum org 1947 West Main Rd Portsmouth The private collection of some 50 automobiles at the Newport Car Museum focuses on six decades of modern industrial automotive design and celebrates cars as works of art Open daily 10 4 Newport Historical Society Museum 841 8770 www newporthistory org 127 Thames St Newport Located in the 1762 Brick Market building the Newport Historical Society s Museum provides a family friendly introduction to the area s rich history and architecture Glimpse the lives of the people past and presentwho have made Newport one of America s most historic cities Open daily the museum is an information center and departure point for guided walking tours West Bay South County Gilbert Stuart Birthplace and Museum 294 3001 GilbertStuartMuseum org 815 Gilbert Stuart Rd Saunderstown An authentically restored and furnished eighteenth century working man s home and site of the first snuff mill in America Gilbert Stuart himself is best known for his portrait of George Washington and reproductions of his work are displayed Fishing on Carr Pond boat rentals members only children s activities gardens and more Open May through midOct Closed Tues and Wednesdays The General Nathanael Greene Homestead 821 8630 nathanaelgreenehomestead org 50 Taft St Coventry Known as Spell Hall it was the home of Revolutionary War general Nathanael Greene from 1770 to 1776 and was owned afterwards by his brother Jacob Greene and his wife Margaret Open Friday Saturday and Monday 10 5 and Sun 1 5 April 1 Oct 31 Peace Dale Museum of Art and Culture 783 5711 www peacedalemuseum org 1058 Kingstown Rd Peace Dale Explore the treasures of the American Indians Eskimos early people of Europe and contemporary Africa Children ages 6 10 can discover museum artifacts using a treasure hunt Call for info hours South County Museum 783 5400 115 Strathmore Street Narragansett www southcountymuseum org Hands on demonstrations lectures tours and programs on printing carpentry blacksmithing early transportation a one room school and a living history farm exhibit Handicap accessible The picnic tables exercise course and small farm animals nearby make the museum a lovely place to spend the day Call for hours Warwick Center for the Arts 737 0010 3259 Post Rd Warwick www warwickcfa org facebook com WarwickMuseum PAGE 169

ACTIVITIES EcoTarium 508 929 2700 222 Harrington Way Worcester MA www EcoTarium org Science and nature center with an indoor outdoor venue dedicated to inspiring a passion for science and nature in visitors of all ages About an hour from Providence Lizzie Borden Museum 508 675 7333 Science and history you can see hear touch and try 18 Johnny Cake Hill New Bedford 508 997 0046 whalingmuseum org Nearby Massachusetts Connecticut Battleship Cove 508 678 1100 5 Water St Box 111 Fall River MA www battleshipcove org The world s largest collection of historic naval ships Battleship Massachusetts Destroyer Joseph P Kennedy Jr Submarine Lionfish and the only restored pair of PT Boats on display in the world Also explore Hiddensee the world s only publicly exhibited Soviet built missile corvette and our growing aircraft collection including the newly acquired Cobra AH 1 Attack Helicopter Battleship Cove serves as the Bay State s official memorial to WWII and the Korean Vietnam and Persian Gulf Wars and September 11th victims Open year round PAGE 170 230 Second St Fall River MA www lizzie borden com Guided tours of this home that was the site of one of the most famous unsolved murders includes the history of Fall River in 1892 In summer tours are daily 11 3 The Marine Museum 508 674 3533 70 Water St Fall River MA just 1 2 mi off Rt 195 in Battleship Cove See exhibits on the R M S Titanic Andrea Doria Fall River Line and H M S Bounty School and group programs available The Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center 1 800 411 9671 110 Pequot Trail Mashantucket CT www pequotmuseum org Feel the cold as your family descends deep into an Ice Age glacier and then witnesses the drama of a prehistoric caribou hunt Enter a life size 16th century Pequot village and follow in the footsteps of an ancient people whose story lives on today Experience all this in an award winning interactive environment that stimulates the senses captures the imagination and stirs the spirit with the history of Native American culture

MUSEUMS New Bedford Whaling Museum 508 997 0046 18 Johnny Cake Hill New Bedford MA www whalingmuseum org Dive into the story of human interaction with whales in the world s oceans the science of whales today and the history of SouthCoast Massachusetts Marvel at massive whale skeletons explore new exhibits on whale biology behavior and conservation and climb aboard the world s largest ship model the Lagoda Special events and programs throughout the year feature science you can touch and try history you can see try on and board Your admission is good for two consecutive days see ad previous page MORE Call or visit websites for events and special exhibits Providence North John Brown House 273 7507 www rihs org museums john brown house 52 Power St Providence John Brown House built 1786 is furnished with the finest examples of RI furniture and decorative arts Attention to historical accuracy has made this one of the ten finest house museums in America Hannaway Blacksmith Shop 726 0597 www hearthsidehouse org 677 Great Rd Lincoln The one story barn like structure was built in the late nineteenth century and was recently restored as a demonstration workshop Tours by appointment Call for special tours events and classes including Hand Forging Class for teens Stephen Hopkins House 15 Hopkins Street Providence www facebook com stephenhopkinshouse Home of RI s own Founding Father Signer of the Declaration of Independence and 10 term colonial Governor Twice visited by George Washington 8 rooms furnished with period antiques Hopkins family heirlooms Guided tours sharing the complex story of Stephen Hopkins his family their slaves up to during the American Revolution Free admission East Bay Blithewold Mansion Gardens and Arboretum 253 2707 101 Ferry Rd Bristol www blithewold org Blithewold is one of the finest garden estates in New England Explore gardens shoreline specimen trees including giant sequoias and a 45room English style manor house filled with antiques and artwork Open mid April to Columbus Day and again during the Christmas holidays Visit us online for dates hours events programs Chase Cory House 624 3358 Four Corners Main Rd Tiverton The Chase Cory House a fine example of pre revolutionary coastal village farm architecture Special events throughout the entire year Hours by appointment Fire Department Memorial Building 423 0062 Narragansett Ave Jamestown Antique fire fighting equipment and a horse drawn steam engine are on display Open weekdays from 7 3 PAGE 171

ACTIVITIES Fort Barton Revolutionary War Monument Highland Rd Tiverton across from Town Hall Climb the re creation of the fort for a beautiful view of the Bay Three miles of wooded trails for hiking Open sunrise to sunset Green Animals Topiary Garden 847 1000 www newportmansions org Cory s Lane off Rt 114 Portsmouth More than 80 sculptured trees and shrubs in the shape of animals and geometric forms formal flowerbeds fruit and vegetable gardens on this 7 acre historic country estate overlooking Narragansett Bay Open 10 6 daily May mid October The International Tennis Hall of Fame 849 3990 www TennisFame com 194 Bellevue Ave Newport Dedicated to preserving the history of tennis inspiring encouraging junior tennis development enshrining tennis heroes and heroines and providing a landmark for tennis enthusiasts worldwide Jamestown Windmill 423 7202 summer 423 0704 N Main Rd Jamestown Open mid July mid Sept weekends from 1 4 Closed in bad weather Linden Place 253 0390 www LindenPlace org 500 Hope St Bristol This 1810 Federal Mansion and grounds features colorful stories of famous people including four US Presidents and actress Ethel Barrymore It was the home of Colonel S P Colt a millionaire industrialist The interior boasts a four story self supporting spiral mahagony staircase and furnishings from its 200 year history The Preservation Society of Newport County 847 1000 www newportmansions org 11 historic house museums includ PAGE 172 ing The Breakers Marble House and Rosecliff Rediscover the spirit of America in historic Colonial Victorian and Gilded Age houses built as a testimony to the uplifting qualities of great art architecture decor and open space Learn about the fascinating lives of the men and women who lived and worked there Open 10 4 The Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center 453 7860 www bornsteinholocaustcenter org Jewish Community Center of RI 401 Elmgrove Ave Prov An educational resource center which focuses on community outreach Library of books tapes available to the public Memorial Garden Call for appt Touro Synagogue 847 4794 85 Touro St Newport www tourosynagogue org Touro is the oldest synagogue in the US A copy of President Washington s famous letter to the congregation on display pledges that the new American nation would give to bigotry no sanction to persecution no assistance Daily tours every half hour except on Sat and Jewish holidays West Bay South County Smith s Castle 294 3521 55 Richard Smith Drive N Kingstown www smithscastle org National Register Historic Building and a National Historic Landmark Archeological site where colonists first arrived in the 1600 s We have a mass grave site marker from the 1675 King Philips War Our Gift Shop featuring colonial style toys and gifts is open during tour hours Visitors are invited to bring a picnic lunch and wander our grounds along Narragansett Bay Guided Tours by costumed docents Events include Strawberry Festival in June a Harvest Fair in October and more

ENTERTAINMENT BIRTHDAY PARTIES CHILDREN S ENTERTAINERS CLOWNS BIRTHDAY PARTIES Ala Kazam Comedy Magic Shows 640 6453 www alakazamfamily com The Great Baldini 499 8615 www baldinimagic com Bjorn the Magician and Sally Doodles 742 2441 Cookie the Magic Clown 467 8749 bjornballoonsandmagic com See ad below Gabby the Clown 823 7272 Stephen Brenner Magician 508 735 1781 www tophatprod com cookies www gabbyclown com Ruffles the Clown Laff nLooney Show 640 6453 alakazamfamily com MAGICIANS Ab Cadabra Lon Cerel Magic Shows 946 3183 His shows will delight children of all ages His balloon animals are wonderful too www loncerel com www magic123 com See ad below Domino the Great 474 7027 250 Esten Ave Suite 203d Pawtucket dominothegreat com Tommy James Magic Shows 949 1405 www TommyJamesMagic com Matt Roberts 508 965 3489 www MattRobertsMagic com A Bit Of Magic 484 8749 Bruce Kalver and Arlene the Magic Lady www BruceKalver com Not Noot y N your our a average verag ra agge m magician aggician a School Shows S chool S hoow ws S ws Senior enior S Shows hows E Events venttss Birthday Parties Birrtthd da ay P arrt rti ttiies P Photo hottoo B Booth ooth Exotic Ex E xottiic Animals Animallss D DC C tthe he C Clown lloown balloons facepainting too balllllooons ffa aceeppainting in ngg tto ooo 5508 735 1781 08 7 7335 1781 magic123 c0m m aggic123 c0m a PAGE 173

ENTERTAINMENT Animal Affair 774 319 3019 www animalaffair net It s the zoo that comes to you Animal Experiences 258 6412 bestanimalexperiencesbydave com Hands on fun and learning with reptiles amphibians and small animals see ad this page Balloon Antics by Arlene 855 6133 Jamestown and E Greenwich Face painting and balloon twisting Big Nazo Lab 831 9652 www BigNazo com Larger than life size puppets and mask characters Creature making workshop Parties festivals more Jay Brunelle 451 1933 All around entertainment Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventures 943 1594 bwanaiguana com See ad this page The Carnival Party 641 8533 www thecarnivalparty com We bring the party to you MORE PARTY IDEAS Including Animals Balloons Characters Puppets More Ab cadabra Lon Cerel Balloon Magic 946 3183 Casbah Kids with Katerina 846 9014 Belly dance parties for the kids ages 3 8 dress up veils glitter and more The Creative Room 338 0377 or 508 408 3497 www thecreativeroom1 weebly com Music class style birthday party for your little ones in your home www loncerel com Lon s the king of balloon animals too Wonderful for kids of every age Henna Tattoos 617 429 6301 Airnimations Balloon Art 484 8749 Joy O Loons 596 0886 www brucekalver com PAGE 174 www HennaByHeather com Also face painting Balloon sculptures professional clown storytelling

PARTY RENTALS Marc Kohler 438 4921 or 441 2129 www marcwkohler com Mad Science 508 679 0081 www SouthernMass madscience org Marvelous Marvin s Science Shows 578 9399 www marvmarv com Circus arts workshops Noa s Art 481 5737 www noasart net Party caricatures Pop N Bop Bubble Bash Parties 523 4679 Puppets by Erin 461 7841 Ron Bianco s Fun Family Entertainment 273 0857 www MrRonn com Songs music instruments artistic face painting Sing With B Music 364 7664 SONG www singwithb com Music movement instrument play and fun for all ages Tony The Dancing Cop 727 2509 Shows for all ages and occasions provdancingcop gmail com click to services page Wishkers 1 888 WISHKER Special Stuffed Animal parties www wishkers com PARTY RENTALS Bouncers Costumes Games Food Machines and more Absolute Fun Party Rentals 823 6219 www absolutefunpartyrentals com Beck Games 435 3232 www beckgames com E Providence Rent video games pool tables etc Jump Around Rentals 617 323 8353 www jumparoundrentals net 2300 Mendon Rd Cumberland Jumparoo Rentals 636 7345 ClassicChoiceEntertainment com Jumparoorentalsri com Jumparoo Zoo 862 2891 Westerly www jumparoozoo net Kona Ice 949 5073 bbouchard kona ice com Let s Party 405 0196 www letspartyri com Find us on Facebook see ad below Tumble N Jump 354 JUMP 5867 tumblenjumpinflatables com PAGE 175

ENTERTAINMENT L OOKING FOR P ARTY G OODIES See Shopping Section PARTY PLACES ART By yOU at Weirdgirl Creations Pottery Studio 247 1397 33 Kent Street Barrington www weirdgirlcreations com Paint your own pottery create with clay birthday parties Backyard Jams 648 7144 25 Esten Ave Pawtucket Ben Jerry s benjerry com Providence 224 Thayer Street 421 1114 Newport 359 Thames Street 846 2663 33 Bannisters Wharf 841 0777 Biomes 885 4690 www biomescenter com 6640 Post Rd N Kingstown Cold Stone Creamery www coldstonecreamery com Cranston 943 1172 1000 Chapel View Blvd Westerly 596 2653 143 Franklin St The ImPOSSIBLE DREAM Parties 823 5566 575 Centerville Rd Warwick impossibledreamplayground org Celebrate your next birthday at the playground Available April through October Three venues to choose from Main Hall Party Room Shade Pavilion Evening parties include private use of the playground Call for availability and pricing PAGE 176

BOWLING Lazer Gate 508 730 1230 AIRSOFT See Paintball www lazergate com 288 Plymouth Ave Fall River MA NEW Bounce House Zone and Spin Cars www lazergate com See ad in COUPON section p 189 ARCADES See Fun Centers Let s Party 405 0196 Many of these bowling alleys have bumper lanes automatic scoring and birthday parties Most also have junior leagues on weekends www LetsPartyRI com 10 Nate Whipple Highway Cumberland see ad page 175 MacColl Field yMCA 725 0773 32 Breakneck Hill Rd Lincoln Guests can barbecue swim play softball baseball or frisbee New spray park Pachet Brook Tree Farm 624 4872 BOWLING TEN PIN LANES Alley Katz 596 7474 www alleykatzri com 116 Granite Street Westerly AMF Cranston Lanes 467 8850 4484 Main Rd Rt 77 S Tiverton www pachetbrook com Day or night parties with hayrides and campfire Beautiful outdoor setting with big fields for the big kids and a fenced playground for the little ones Large room for indoor parties too see ad page 138 www amf com 1450 Elmwood Avenue Cranston Providence Paintball 467 2815 www langsbowlarama com 225 Niantic Avenue Cranston CW Lanes Bowling 288 3543 622 George Washington Hwy Lincoln Lang s Bowlarama 944 0500 199 Thurston St Providence www providencepaintball com For an exciting affordable and memorable birthday your child will love See ad previous page East Providence Lanes 438 2300 Reel to Real Recording Studios 946 1520 Kingstown Bowl 884 4450 www reeltorealrecording com 90 Connecticut St Cranston Recording session birthday parties Teamworks Warwick 463 5565 www teamworkswarwick com 170 Jefferson Blvd Warwick www teamworkssomerset com 732 Lee s River Ave Somerset MA eastprovidencelanes com 80 Newport Avenue Rumford www kbowl com 6125 Post Road North Kingstown Old Mountain Lanes 783 5511 www oldmountainlanesri com 756 Kingstown Road Wakefield Walnut Hill Bowl 762 9300 www walnuthillbowl com 1666 Diamond Hill Rd Woonsocket Somerset 508 676 3939 See ad pags 124 156 176 and COUPON section page 189 PAGE 177

ENTERTAINMENT DUCKPIN BOWLING Dudek Bowling Lanes 245 9471 www dudekbowling com 409 Child Street Warren Legion Bowl and Billiards 781 8888 www pubonparkri com 661 Park Avenue Cranston Family entertainment Center Mac s Bowlaway Lanes 828 3279 890 Main Street West Warwick Meadowbrook Lanes 737 5402 www bowlri com 2530 Warwick Avenue Warwick Town Hall Lanes 831 6940 Crescent Park Carousel 433 7518 crescentparkcarousel org 700 Bullock s Pt Ave E Providence Easton s Beach Carousel Newport 845 5810 175 Memorial Blvd Newport Fall River Carousel 508 678 1100 102 www battleshipcove org The Fall River Carousel is open seasonally April Vacation April 18 22 June 27 Labor Day Wednesday Sunday 10 00am 4 00pm Open Until November for private parties Looff Carousel 728 0500 x272 www townhalllanes com 1463 Atwood Avenue Johnston 825 Armistice Blvd Slater Park Newport Ave Pawtucket This historic carousel was built in 1895 Wickford Center Lanes 294 9886 Warwick Mall Carousel 739 7500 7565 Post Road North Kingstown CAROUSELS Adventureland 789 0030 www adventurelandri com 112 Pt Judith Rd Narragansett Poppy s Victorian Carousel see ad page 180 Atlantic Beach Park at Misquamicut 322 0504 atlanticbeachpark com 321 Atlantic Ave Westerly Carousel Village in Roger Williams Park 785 3510 x316 www rwpzoo org carousel village plan carousel village visit carousel village info Sensory Friendly Days at the Carousel are first Tuesday of the month See website PAGE 178 The carousel is located in the food court andfamily entertainment center 10am 8pm 1 BATTING CAGES Also see Baseball Clubs page 135 All About Sports 451 5739 473 St Paul St N Smithfield McCoy Stadium Pawtucket Red Sox Baseball 724 7300 www pawsox com 1 Columbus Ave Pawtucket see ad page 148 RI Baseball Institute 732 9575 www ribibaseball com 2011 Post Rd Warwick Batting cages instruction summer camps

ESCAPE ROOMS ESCAPE ROOMS Escape RI 864 671 1235 www escaperhodeisland com 385 S Main Street 2nd Fl Prov The Great Escape Room 484 1766 www thegreatescaperoom com 146 Westminser St 4th Fl Prov Lock and Clue Escape Room 484 0048 www lockandclue com 1005 Main Street Suite 1202 Pawtucket See ad this page Riddle Room 398 8177 www ririddleroom com 20 Water Street E Greenwich FUN CENTERS AND ARCADES Adventureland 789 0030 www adventurelandri com Pt Judith Rd Narr Batting cages nautical themed 18 hole mini golf go carts bumper boats and our new Bank Shot Basketball fun for the whole family see ad next page Atlantic Beach Park at Misquamicut 322 0504 atlanticbeachpark com 32 Atlantic Ave Westerly Rides game room batting cage bumper boats and Poppy s Carousel FantasyLand 508 336 6262 fantasylandminigolf com 1300 Fall River Ave Seekonk MA Indoor fun area including carousel games bumper cars rides climbing tunnels and more see ad next page Ryan Family Amusement Center 846 5774 ryanfamily com 268 Thames St Newport PAGE 179

ENTERTAINMENT Spring Lake Arcade 568 8288 www springlakearcade com Historic Seasonal Penny Arcade game prices range from 1c to 1 Located on The town of Burrillville s Spring Lake Beach Admission charged 6pp 2019 season X1 Gaming Lounge 444 0835 1428 Hartford Ave 2nd Fl Johnston www x1gaminglounge com L AZER T AG BattleGroundz 305 3600 www battlegroundz net 100 Higginson Ave Lincoln Lazer Gate 508 730 1230 288 Plymouth Ave Fall River MA www lazergate com SAVE See ad in Coupon section United Skates of America 438 9898 www unitedskatesRI com 75 New Rd E Providence Fun for kids ages 13 and under and their families MINI GOLF Also see Fun Centers Fantasyland 508 336 6262 www fantasylandminigolf com 1300 Fall River Ave Seekonk MA Nautical themed 18 hole mini golf See ad this page Seekonk Grand Prix 508 336 8307 seekonkgrandprix com 1098 Fall River Ave Seekonk MA Kiddie family tracks slick track bumper boats mini golf games etc PAGE 180 Lazer Gate 508 730 1230 www gate golf com 288 Plymouth Ave Fall River MA 18 hole indoor black light mini golf SAVE See ad in Coupon section Monster Mini Golf 508 336 8004 www monsterminigolf com Rt 44 140 Taunton Ave Seekonk MA Indoors and in the dark

MOVIES Providence North Avon Cinema 421 0020 Movie Line 421 2866 www avoncinema com 260 Thayer Street Providence Cinemaworld Lincoln Mall 333 8676 622 George Washington Hwy Lincoln IMAX Theatre 453 4629 MOVIES Rustic Drive In Theatre 769 7601 1195 Eddie Dowling Hwy Rt 146 N Smithfield Visit online facebook com RusticDriveIn Nearby Massachusetts Regal 884 462 7342 www regmovies com Across from the Swansea Mall Showcase Cinema 100 Commerce Way Seekonk MA 508 336 2213 www showcasecinemas com Providence Place Providence Showcase Cinema 16 800 315 4000 Providence Place Mall Providence East Bay E Prov Cinemas 438 1100 www eastprovidencecinemas com 60 Newport Avenue E Providence Island Cinemas 847 3456 1346 West Main Road Middletown Jane Pickens Theatre Showtimes 846 5252 Box Office 846 8474 www janepickens com 49 Touro Street Newport West Bay South County Showcase Cinemas 885 1345 www showcasecinemas com 1200 Quaker Lane Warwick Also offering sensory sensitive screemings PAINTBALL BattleGroundz 305 3600 www battlegroundz net 100 Higginson Ave Lincoln Providence Paintball 467 2815 199 Thurston St Providence www providencepaintball com See ad page 176 ROLLER RINKS Rhode Island Sports Center 762 1588 www risportscenter com 1186 Eddie Dowling Hwy N Smithfield United Skates of America 438 9898 www unitedskatesRI com 75 New Rd E Providence Big big skating fun for families PAGE 181

ENTERTAINMENT TRAMPOLINE Aero Trampoline Park 762 2000 www aerotrampolineparkri com 1500 Diamond Hill Rd Woonsocket Fun City 508 557 0441 1275 Fall River Ave Seekonk MA www funcitytrampoline com Get Air Swansea 508 297 9142 www getairswansea com 207 Swansea Mall Dr Swansea Ma Launch 828 JUMP www launchtrampolinepark com 920 Bald Hill Rd Warwick SkyZone 383 6000 www skyzone com providence 70 Pawtucket Ave Rumford PAGE 182 VIRTUAL REALITY Base Station VR 484 1895 www basestationvr com See ad below WATER PARKS AND SLIDES yawgoo Valley Water Park 294 3802 www yawgoo com 160 Yawgoo Valley Rd Exeter Water Wizz 322 0520 www waterwizzri com Misquamicut Beach Atlantic Ave Westerly Enjoy 6 water slides 4 serpentine slides kiddie slide 2 high speed slides Open June 16 through Labor Day Changing rooms and picnic tables too Right on the ocean all day passes are also available

WATER PARKS of Westerly 401 322 0520 www waterwizzri com Water Wizz 508 295 3255 Wareham MA Less than an hour from Prov www waterwizz com Plan to spend the day There s the giant water slides which includes 3 water slides 3 speed slides with tunnels dips to give you the thrill ride of your life Plus the not soLazy River Wild Tube Ride 2 enclosed tube rides Pirates Plunge Giant Wave Pool Captain Kid s Island 3 kiddie lands food concessions clothing and candy stores lounge areas changing rooms and more Fun for big kids little ones moms and dads Open weekends from Early June to mid June 10 5 then daily 10am to 6pm weather permitting until Labor Day see ad below PAGE 183

SHOPPING SHOPPING OUR MALLS Most malls have special events throughout the year especially during holidays Garden City Shopping Center 942 2800 Providence Place 270 1000 www ProvidencePlace com Downtown Providence They re the newest and now the biggest over 150 stores of our malls Includes Nordstrom restaurants a food court a 16 screen cinema an IMAX Theatre and more Warwick Mall 739 7500 www warwickmall com 400 Bald Hill Road Warwick 80 retailers three department stores extensive food court And carousel www GardenCityCenter com Route 2 Cranston Lushly landscaped outdoor shopping center featuring trendy shops national tenants restaurants and gazebo CLOTHING FOR KIDS Lincoln Mall 333 5660 The Children s Place www discoverlincolnmall com 622 George Washington Hwy Rt 116 45 retailers many new restaurants 16 screen cinema and home of the Lincoln Technical Institute PAGE 184 Garden City 275 0234 Providence Place 243 0230 Gap Kids www gap com 48 Long Wharf Newport 848 2800 Garden City Cranston 944 7010 Providence Place 270 4411

CONSIGNMENT STORES Justice Just for girls www shopjustice com Warwick Mall 736 8835 Crossing at Smithfield 231 2152 Emerald Square Mall 508 643 0329 Old Navy 572 3808 www oldnavy com Providence Place Other location in Warwick Mall Providence North Abercrombie 270 4025 Providence Place www abercrombie com Carter s Babies and Kids 942 1815 71 Hillside Rd Cranston Mod Mama 273 7800 Garden City Cranston www modmama com East Bay Bellevue Kids 846 7700 206 Bellevue Ave Newport www bellevuekids net Rainbow Kids 353 8570 9 Smithfield Road N Providence www rainbowshops com Teddy Bearskins www teddybearskins com 17 Brown St Wickford 295 0282 5600 Post Rd East Greenwich 398 2737 Nearby Mass Carter s Babies and Kids 508 336 4564 51 Commerce Way Seekonk MA CHILDREN S SHOES Providence North Kid s Footlocker 270 4154 161 Providence Place Yorker Shoes 274 2211 www yorkershoes com 1503 Hartford Ave Johnston East Bay The Groovy Gator 845 0084 Irving s Shoe 683 4444 Piccolo 245 1839 CONSIGNMENT STORES USED CLOTHING TOYS AND SPORTS STUFF www thegroovygator com 479 Thames St Newport www piccoloforchildren com 290 County Road Barrington West Bay South County Hanna Andersson 470 7009 www hannaandersson com 51 Hillside Rd Cranston Lori s Little Ones 946 5050 1744 Cranston St Cranston 3001 E Main Rd Portsmouth See ad previous page East Bay Corner Consignment 683 1771 980 E Main Rd Portsmouth Just Ducky 253 6335 34B Gooding Ave Bristol PAGE 185

SHOPPING Luca Boutique 289 2251 www luca ri com 193 Water St Warren West Bay South County April Showers 615 2459 2 Highland Street West Warwick www aprilshowersri com Kid s Junction 539 6772 1146 Main St Wyoming Once Upon A Child 828 1392 www onceuponachildwarwick com 1245 Bald Hill Rd Warwick Re Run Resale 789 1985 www rerunresale com 560 Kingstown Rd Wakefield Nearby Massachusetts Children s Orchard 508 336 7757 www childrensorchard com 20 Commerce Way Seekonk MA CHILDREN S ROOMS NURSERY Baby Depot Burlington Coat Factory 60 Newport Ave E Providence 434 4400 1386 Atwood Ave Johnston 946 9587 2000 Diamond Hill Rd Woonsocket 769 4337 Baby World 508 672 7491 www babyworldma com 48 Columbia St Fall River MA Furniture accessories clothing too Knock on Wood Furniture 725 0360 www knockonwoodfurnitureri com 1661 Lonsdale Ave Cumberland Rooms To Grow 467 2990 www roomstogrow com 117 Chestnut St Warwick NEED PARTY STUFF Party City MATERNITY Feminine Fancies 247 1087 www femininefanciesri com 290 County Rd Barrington Destination Maternity 275 6090 www motherhood com 85 Hillside Rd Cranston Garden City PAGE 186 Garden City Cranston 942 4330 Lincoln Mall 333 6949 Seekonk MA 508 336 0136 1350 Bald Hill Rd Warwick 827 9400 Let s Party 405 0196 www letspartyRI com 511 Broad St Cumberland Discounted party supplies and more see ad page 175

TOYS SPORTING GOODS Used Consignment and New 2nd Time Around Sports 944 9380 www 2ndtimearoundsports com 453 Atwood Ave Cranston See ad page 184 Manny s Sports 721 5990 www mannyssports com 3 locations Cumberland Cranston Kingston SWING SETS Fireplace Showcase 508 969 4844 thefireplaceshowcase com 775 Fall River Ave Seekonk MA Turf Master Inc 943 8866 www turfmasterusa com 1703 Plainfield Pike Johnston TOYS Providence North Henry Bear s Park 351 5718 736 Hope St Providence www henrybear com Providence Children s Museum Gift Shop 273 KIDS 5437 www childrenmuseum org 100 South St Providence East Bay Barrington Books and Toys 245 7925 www barringtonbooks com 184 County Rd Barrington West Bay South County Apponaug Hobbies 737 5506 www HobbyRI com 1364 Greenwich Ave Warwick Toy trains Thomas too Barrington Books and Toys 432 7222 www barringtonbooks com 176 Hillside Road Cranston The Toy Vault 921 5466 www thetoyvault com Warwick Mall The World Store 295 0081 16 West Main St Wickford LEGO Store 490 0757 New Providence Place Pow Science 788 1024 www powsciencetoys com Wakefield Mall 160 Old Tower Hill Rd Wakefield BE A TOY TESTER Kids of all ages can try out the late st grea test inve ntio ns from HASB RO See page 155 or call 727 5918 PAGE 187

SHOPPING BOOK STORES Barnes Noble barnesandnoble com 1311 West Main Rd Middletown 846 3313 371 Putnam Pike Rt 44 Smithfield 231 5828 1350 Bald Hill Road Warwick 826 8885 Providence North Books On the Square 331 9097 www booksq com 471 Angell St Providence East Bay Barrington Books 245 7925 www barringtonbooks com184 County Rd Barrington Island Books 849 2665 www islandbooksri com 575 East Main Road Middletown West Bay South County COUPON SAVINGS Visit our website and facebook for more coupons www rifamilyguide com Check back often Barrington Books 245 7925 www barringtonbooks com 176 Hillside Road Cranston LEARNING STORES TEACHER SUPPLIES Lakeshore Learning Store 463 8800 www lakeshorelearning com 1400 Oaklawn Ave Cranston Visit our facebook page to find COUPONS EVENTS CONTESTS MAKE SURE TO LIKE US PAGE 188

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INDEX INDEX AAA 17 abuse 63 66 activities 155 ACT EARLY 30 addictions 54 adolescents 36 adoption 36 ADOPTION RHODE ISLAND 37 ADVENTURELAND 180 airsoft 149 ALLIANCE JCC 157 ALzHEIMER S ASSOC 61 ANIMAL ExPERIENCES 174 apple picking 136 aquariums 135 arcades 177 armed forces emergency services 13 art classes 159 THE ARTISTS ExCHANGE 159 astronomy 165 aupair 29 autism 45 AUTISM LEARNING PARTNERS 45 THE AUTISM PROJECT 47 babysitting classes 29 ballet 161 BASE STATION VR 182 baseball 149 basketball 149 batting cages 178 BAY VIEW ACADEMY 108 beaches 123 BEAUTIFUL BEGINNINGS CHILDCARE 26 bereavement 42 BIKE NEWPORT 151 bike rentals 151 PAGE 190 bike safety 18 biking paths 149 birthday parties 173 BJORN THE MAGICIAN 173 bleeding 8 BLOCK ISLAND FERRY 147 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF RI 88 boat charters 143 bookstores 188 bouncers 175 bowling 177 BOY SCOUTS 125 brain safety 19 20 breastfeeding 97 BRENNER FAMILY MAGIC 173 BWANA IGUANA 174 camping 123 camps 124 CDC 30 canoeing 145 car racing 152 car safety 14 16 car seats 15 carousels 178 Catholic schools 109 chartering 143 charter schools 100 102 child birth 94 child care 26 child growth development 27 CHILDREN S FRIEND 38 CHILDREN S MUSEUM 167 children s services 42 choking 7 clinic health 85 clothing 184 clowns 173 CODAC 56 cognitive impairment 61 college resources 115 colleges 115 COMMUNITIES FOR PEOPLE 38 CAP PRograms 44 COMMUNITY CARE ALLIANCE BACK COVER COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK 92 COMMUNITY PREP SCHOOL 104 concussions 19 conservation areas 117 consignment shopping 185 corn mazes 139 COUPONS 189 COZ 98 CPR 6 CURRENT CARE 85 dance lessons 161 dating violence 67 day care 26 DEVEREUx FOSTER CARE 38 diabetes 90 dieting 90 distracted driving 16 diving 146 domestic violence 66 DR DAY CARE 28 drama lessons 161 drive in movies 181 drug addiction 52 drug stores 24 hr 5 DWARES JCC 157 e cigs 81 early intervention 30 education 98 emergency preparedness 9 emotions 41 entertainers 173 environmental groups 117 equine therapy 127 ER 4 escape rooms 179 ESCOBAR FARM 139 SCH ExPRESS CARE 4

INDEX horses 140 hospitals 85 family services 48 FAMILY VISITING 23 FANTASYLAND 180 farmer s markets 119 farms 135 FEINSTEIN JR SCHOLARS 101 LILLIAN FEINSTEIN SENIOR CENTER 65 fencing 151 ferries 146 FESTIVAL BALLET PROVIDENCE 163 fever 4 fire safety 13 FISH N TALES ADVENTURES 144 food programs see WIC foster care 38 fruit pickin 136 GIRL SCOUTS 126 golf 151 THE GRACE SCHOOL 103 grief 38 THE GRODEN NETWORK 46 Halloween 141 HARMONY FARMS 137 HARMONY WOMEN S CENTER 96 HASBRO FUN LAB 155 hayrides 140 health care 74 health insurance 89 hearing screenings 25 HEPC 78 HENRY BARNARD SCHOOL 105 hiking 118 hockey 151 home safety 10 home schooling 112 ice safety 154 ice skating 153 immunizations 74 insurance health 89 mosquitoes 77 movies 181 museums 167 music classes 163 THE MUSIC SCHOOL 164 NALOxONE 57 nanny services 29 NBx INSIDE FRONT COVER JEWISH COLLABORATIVE SERVICES 58 JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL 106 JUNIOR RUCKUS 159 kayaking 145 kindness 28 lacrosse 152 lazer tag 180 LAzERGATE 189 lead poisoning 11 LET S PARTY 175 libraries 166 lighthouses 127 LOCK CLUE ESCAPE ROOM 179 LOOKING UPWARDS 32 34 lyme disease prevention 76 magicians 173 malls 184 maternity clothing 186 MEETING STREET 31 91 1013 mini golf 108 mom s clubs support 22 MOSES BROWN SCHOOL 106 NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH PLAN 88 NEW BEDFORD WHALING MUSEUM 170 new parents 22 NEWPORT ART MUSEUM 160 NORMAN BIRD SANCTUARY 121 nursing 97 nutrition 90 OCEAN STATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL 108 ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL 150 opioids 54 orchards 137 paddleboarding 145 paintball 152 181 parasailing 147 parenting new 22 parks 128 parties 173 party rentals 175 PACHET BROOK TREE FARM 138 PAW SOx 148 PAWTUCKET YMCA 124 189 PEDIMIND 83 pharmacies 24 hr 5 pick your own 136 playgrounds 130 poison prevention 10 pools public 143 PAGE 191

INDEX pregnancy 94 private schools 103 PROVIDENCE CHILDREN S MUSEUM 167 PROVIDENCE PAINTBALL 176 public schools 98 QUEST MONTESSORI 111 QUIT SMOKING 73 rabies 112 radon 12 RAIL ExPLORERS 158 rape see violence recycling 119 RED CROSS INSIDE BACK COVER 6 8 13 register to vote 2 rehab drug 54 resale 185 research studies 83 RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES 3 RHODE ISLAND FENCING ACADEMY 151 RHODE ISLAND PHILHARMONIC MUSIC SCHOOL 164 RIPIN 32 ROCK A BABY 155 rock climbing 152 ROGER WILLIAMS PARK zOO 134 142 roller rinks 181 safety 10 SAIL TO PREVAIL 147 sailing 147 SAINT ELIzABETH COMMUNITY 61 SALTITUDE 93 SALVE REGINA UNIVERSITY 116 PAGE 192 SAVE THE BAY 134 schools private 103 schools public 98 science 165 ALExANDER SCAGNELLI MD PC 40 scouting 125 seal watching 154 SECOND TIME AROUND SPORTS 184 senior centers 65 senior safety 20 63 senior services 58 SENIOR CHOICE CONSULTING 61 SEVEN HILLS RI 49 shopping 185 shots vaccines 75 SIDS 24 skate parks 153 skating ice 153 skiing snowboarding 153 sleeping infants 24 smoke alarms 13 smoking 80 SNAP 91 soccer 153 SOUTH COUNTY HEALTH 4 87 95 special needs 33 SPECIAL NEEDS EMERGENCY REGISTRY 71 Special Olympics 151 SPOOKY zOO 142 sports 149 sports equipment 184 187 ST MARY BAY VIEW 108 ST MICHAEL S COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL 111 ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL 109 studies 83 suicide prevention 66 summer camps 124 surfing lessons 146 SUP 145 support kids 39 support families 42 swimming 143 swing sets 177 TARA S TUTORING 113 TEAMWORKS 124 156 176 189 theatres 111 therapeutic riding lessons 141 tick bites 76 toys 187 trains 158 trampoline parks 182 tutoring 113 UNITED WAY OF RI 60 universities 115 UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND 116 urgent care 4 used clothing 185 vaccinations 75 violence 66 virtual reality 182 voting information 2 water parks 182 water safety 21 WATER WIzz 183 weight loss 90 wellness 90 whale watching 143 winter sports 153 WIC 90 91 wishes for sick children 35 THE WOLF SCHOOL 110 women s health 94 YMCA PAWTUCKET 124 189 zoos 133