Rhode Island ADRC
RHODE ISLAND'S FREE AGING AND DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER
Are you age 55 or older, an adult living with a disability, or a caregiver?
There are many resources available to you. Call or visit the ADRC to talk with a specialist today. Calls are free and confidential. We can help you identify your needs, explore resources and services, and help with applying to public and private programs.
Get valuable information and assistance about:
- Home and community-based care
- Resources for caregivers and their families
- Assistance with planning for Memory and Cognitive Care
- Access to public assistance programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, SNAP, Heating and Utility Assistance
- Information regarding other valuable resources in the community
MyOptionsRI
MyOptionsRI connects you to the services and support you might need to live independently, wherever you choose.
MyOptions offers resources for adults with physical disabilities and adults with developmental disabilities.
Application Assistance for Seniors, Adults with Disabilities, and Caregivers
Contact us at ApplicationAssistance@unitedwayri.org for help with completing applications for these programs and services, and more:
- Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS)
- Home Care
- Medicare Programs
- Medicaid Programs
- Healthsource Plans
- Adults with Special Needs Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities Services (BHDDS) Applications
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Low-Income Subsidy
- Medicare Savings Programs
- Prescription Medications (LINET)
- Housing
Memory and Cognitive Symptoms Resource Referral Form
Are you a healthcare provider to an individual diagnosed with a dementia related disorder? Does your patient or their caregiver want to receive more information about resources available to them?
If you answered "yes" to both of these questions, please use the link below to refer your patient to the ADRC.
By referring your patient, you are helping us to improve the identification, diagnosis, referral, and care planning process for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders.
Thank you for partnering with us to help Rhode Islanders navigate this complex disease.
SEARCH IN Prefer face-to-face?
During business hours, you can also visit the ADRC office or Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL).
ADRC
50 Valley St., Providence, RI
(401) 462-4444
Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
OSCIL
1944 Warwick Ave., Warwick
(401) 738-1013
Mon. - Fri., 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ADRC is a program of Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging supported by United Way.
View the RV Outreach May 2025 Calendar
Nondiscrimination Statement
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (833) 620-1071, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to:
- mail:
Food and Nutrition Service,
USDA 1320 Braddock Place, Room 334
Alexandria, VA 22314; or - fax:
(833) 256-1665 or
(202) 690-7442; or - email:
FNSCIVILRIGHTSCOMPLAINTS@usda.gov
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Statement from United Way of Rhode Island on the Election of Senate President Valarie Lawson
United Way of Rhode Island congratulates Senator Valarie Lawson on her election as Senate President. As an educator, labor leader, and dedicated public servant, President Lawson brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to equity, opportunity, and community engagement.
United Way to Release RFP Friday for “United Is The Way” Safety Net Grants for Nonprofits Providing Critical Services to Rhode Islanders
With a priority to expand support for nonprofits and families amid growing federal uncertainty, United Way of Rhode Island is set to release a request for proposals (RFP) on Friday for new safety net grants through its “United Is The Way” initiative. (more…)
United Way: 211, Point programs save R.I. $1.2M in reduced nonemergency 911 calls
United Way of Rhode Island Inc.’s 211 and Point programs significantly reduced the state’s financial burden on nonemergency calls to 911 and to other state agencies in 2024, the organization said on Feb. 11 at the Statehouse. (more…)
CCRI Partners with United Way to Open 211 Satellite Office on Warwick Campus
Warwick, RI – [April 28, 2025] – The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) has partnered with United Way of Rhode Island to establish a satellite 211 office on CCRI’s Warwick campus, expanding access to essential community resources for students. This collaboration underscores CCRI’s ongoing commitment to removing barriers to student success and ensuring students have the support they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
United Way Accelerates $1.5 Million in Grant Payments to Support Rhode Island Nonprofits Amid Funding Uncertainty
Recognizing the urgency of the financial strain facing local nonprofits, United Way of Rhode Island is taking a major step to provide timely critical support to its funded partners. The organization has released more than $1.5 million in grant payments nearly three months ahead of schedule, delivering early disbursements to 41 nonprofits across the state.
United Way Hosts 13th Children’s Book Drive
United Way of Rhode Island’s Children’s Book Drive is back! In April and May, we’re teaming up with Books Are Wings to help Rhode Island children build their own libraries at home. Join us by buying and shipping books, dropping off books at one of our collection sites, or hosting a drive.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Speaker Series: Leanne Barrett from RI Kids Count
Wednesday, May 21th
Join us for an insightful event dedicated to the critical issue of child care and how to effectively advocate for accessible, affordable solutions. This series will feature experts, policymakers, and community leaders who will provide practical tools and strategies to drive meaningful change. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or advocate, this series will empower you with the knowledge and skills to support better child care policies and resources for all families. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and make a lasting impact!
https://uwriweb.org/comm/SinglePageRegEvent.jsp?EventKeyHex=3135383138
Day of Action 2025
Day of Action is a worldwide United Way event, offering volunteer opportunities focused on the work of local United Way organizations. In Rhode Island, the Day of Action will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9 AM - 1 PM to sort, label, and prepare the books for distribution to children in summer learning and afterschool programs.
To register, please click here: https://uwriweb.org/comm/SinglePageRegEvent.jsp?EventKeyHex=3135383931