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Financial assistance in programs Rhode Island.

The government, as well as non-profits, provide financial assistance for paying bills, grant money for paying rent or mortgages, free legal aid, and many other forms of help. Get help in all cities and counties in Rhode Island listed below. Find how to get financial aid to pay electric bills, free items including food or gasoline vouchers and apply for government benefits.

Rhode Island Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Elderly (RIPAE)
This is a drug and prescription assistance program for elderly residents of Rhode Island. Get financial help and free discount cards for insulin, medications, and more. It can give the elderly free prescription drugs and other medical items. Call 401-462-3000

Rhode Island Mortgage Help and Foreclosure Assistance
There are government and non-profit programs that help existing homeowners as well as potential buyers. Rhode Island offers mortgage loan refinancing, foreclosure prevention assistance programs and more. Mediation, counseling, and other resources are available for struggling homeowners. Read more on mortgage help in RI.

Another resource to turn to for housing assistance is the Rhode Island Housing HelpCenter. They offer free information on a wide variety of rent, mortgage, and foreclosure help. Continue with Housing Help Center in Rhoide Island.

The state also has several non-profit organizations that offer free foreclosure prevention advice. Most are government certified HUD agencies. Click here free HUD counseling agencies in Rhode Island.

Prescription Drug Assistance Program from RIRx
A statewide prescription discount drug card program, called RIRx, helps Rhode Island residents save money on prescription drugs. The RIRx card, which is free to all residents, provides discounts on both generic and brand prescription drug medications. The average savings are about 30 to 50%, and the card can be used by both uninsured people as well as those with full health insurance. Apply here rirx.com

RIte Share
This is an assistance program that helps Rhode Island families get health insurance from either their employer or their spouse's employer. Very low income families can also be referred to Medicaid (if applicable). If a family qualifies for this government aid, RIte Share will help pay for part or all of the employee's share of the health care premiums. Call (401) 462-0311

 

 

 

Rhode Island Works - TANF - General Public Assistance Program (GPA)
Provides financial help to low-income families or single parents, including moms. Cash assistance can be used to pay for bus passes, housing, utilities, food and other necessities. There is also assistance with some prescription drug medications, medical needs and doctors office visits. It is short term help to keep families together and is combined with employment and more. Call 1-855-697-4347

Social Services and Emergency Aid
The Rhode Island Department of Human Services coordinates various government assistance programs. Get help, including medical care, free food, gasoline, help for paying energy bills, Medicaid or disability applications and other support. Read more on RI public and government assistance.

Child Care Assistance Program
The government helps families in need pay for the high cost of good, quality child care. It will provide full or partial cash payments, free government daycare vouchers and more to child care providers chosen by the family. Call (401) 462-5300 or 1-855-697-4347, or more on Rhode Island child care assistance programs.

Rent Assistance RiHousing
Programs can help Rhode Island families in need of housing help and to also reduce the number of families being evicted. It provides cash assistance and grants to families and individuals who are at risk of becoming homeless due to a short term housing emergency.

. The funds can pay rent, utility or security deposits, provide credit and debt counseling, legal advice and even pay for moving costs The agency will give hundreds of dollars to eligible people to help them pay for first month's rent. It also offers mortgage payment assistance or security deposits. Read more on RI Housing.

RIte Care
Rhode Island's Medicaid managed care insurance program is available for families with children up to age 19 and pregnant women. It is part of the CHIP program. Call 855-697-4347

RIte Smiles
This is Rhode Island’s dental assistance program can help pay for cleanings, exams, and other dental needs. The government assistance is for young children who have Medical Assistance (Medicaid) coverage. Phone 1-866-375-3257.

 

 

 

 

Financial and Crisis Assistance
Try calling the Salvation Army. Several centers operate in Rhode Island. They can provide referrals and case management. There may be free items including gas vouchers for work or food. The charity may also possibly have funds for paying rent, food, heating bills, and other expenses. More on Rhode Island Salvation Army.

SNAP Food Stamps Program
This public aid resource will provide financial help for groceries to individuals and families that may be working but are still struggling financially. Vouchers as well as EBT cards can be used to buy groceries and food, and also provide nutritional meals for themselves. Phone - 855-697-4347.

Rhode Island Free Food Distribution Centers
Get information, locations, and phone numbers on places to contact for free food, nutritional support, groceries or other non-financial aid. Read more on Rhode Island free food banks.

Medical and Health Care from Clinics
Numerous non-profit health care centers and community clinics operate in Rhode Islands. Their primary goal is to provide free, high quality, and affordable medical care to individuals. More on Rhode Island free clinics.

Patients that do not have health insurance or have limited coverage can look into Rhode Island and federal government programs to provide medical and health care. Some non-profits also provide services, including cancer screenings, medications, and check ups. Click uninsured Rhode Island medical programs.

Dental Clinics
Not only can residents get help for general medical needs from the clinics noted above, but some locations also focus on offering free or low cost dental assistance to Rhode Island families. More.

Legal Aid and Representation
Several pro-bono law firms in Rhode Island provide free legal support on civil matters. Meet with an attorney to review your rights on taxes, housing, and other matters. There are volunteer and full time lawyers in the state. Read legal aid in Rhode Island.

Government Grants and Employment Services
Community action agencies can support the low income. Numerous self-sufficiency and employment services are offered, as well as applications for emergency financial aid. Grants can be used to pay emergency bills or address long term needs. Read about community action financial assistance programs in Rhode Island.

Elderly and Senior Assistance
Older individuals or their caregivers can receive assistance from programs focused on their needs. Examples include discounted prescription medications, medical bill assistance, housing, food, transportation, and more. Learn more on Rhode Island Agency on Aging services.

 

 

 

 

Energy Bill Programs
Find how to get financial assistance for paying your heating, utility, gas, and other energy bills. Assistance is offered by several companies and organizations in Rhode Island. Click here utility bill help in RI.

Rhode Island LIHEAP Energy Bill Assistance
The government grant program helps families pay winter heating and summer cooling bills. There is financial help for low income households, people with a disability and the elderly. Government grant money help keep the electricity on or reconnect it. It is also offered with the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP, which helps lower income households lower their heating bills by providing energy saving and efficiency improvements and services to households. Find how to apply for Rhode Island LIHEAP.

Assistance From Rhode Island Cities and Counties

Find local resources, including financial help or free items, by county and/or city below. Charities and local social services have grants for bills, case management and more.

Kent County

Newport County

Providence County

Washington County (Wakefield)

 

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