The Department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals guarantees high-quality, safe and accessible health care services for all individuals with differing intellectual/developmental abilities, mental health or substance use disorders, or who are in the care of facilities administered by BHDDH through an integrated healthcare landscape, in which all Rhode Islanders will thrive. These resources are compiled in partnership with the Department of Labor and Training.

BHDDH & DLT Resources
Substance Use & Treatment
Treatment services available for adults 18 or older.
Visit BH Link Crisis CenterPlaces where you can get support from people who are in recovery from a substance use or co-occurring disorder.
Visit Peer-to-peer support and recovery centersDedicated to stopping the Opioid epidemic, resources are available for families, providers, emergency personnel. Call 942-STOP 24/7
Visit Prevent Overdose RISafe, sober and healthy housing available for individuals 18 or older.
Visit Recovery HousingA grassroots alliance of people in recovery.
Visit RICARESSupplemental Security Income (SSI)
Apply online through the Social Security Administration
Visit Applying for SSI BenefitsYou can use SSA’s online Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool to see if you might be eligible for SSI or other programs and learn how to qualify and apply. This tool is not an application for benefits; you will need to start an application.
Visit Benefit Eligibility Screening ToolEligibility criteria for children under 18 is different from that for adults 18 and A “redetermination” must be done before you turn 18 to see if you qualify for benefits as an adult.
Visit SSI Eligibility When You Turn 18An SSA brochure explaining general work incentives
Visit Working While Disabled: How We Can HelpEducation Support
Programs in Adult Education, GED, Workforce Training, and English for Speakers of Other Languages are offered during the day and evening to prepare adults for jobs and career pathways. Instruction can be provided face-to-face or online
Visit Adult Education and GEDThe center provides free college planning services: help with finding colleges, and with college and financial aid applications.
Visit College Planning CenterDisability Protection and Advocacy (P&A) agency for the state of Rhode Island.
Visit Disability Rights Rhode IslandIndividual Learning Plans (ILPs) are customized learning opportunities that must be developed by Local Education Agencies for all students grades 6-12, as a meaningful way to connect a student’s academic, career, and social/emotional goals and passions with their secondary school experiences.
Visit RI Individual Learning PlansOnline directory of education and career resources to search for jobs, classes, training programs, and career development opportunities.
Visit RI Resource HubJob and Vocational Support
The Department of Labor and Training matches jobseekers and employers through quality employment programs and services.
Visit Network RIORS works with schools, families, and students to prepare you for job training, career development and employment opportunities after high school.
Visit Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS)PrepareRI provides RI students with the advanced skills they need for in-demand jobs.
Visit Prepare Rhode IslandVocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program assists individuals with disabilities to choose, prepare for, obtain and maintain employment.
Visit Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) ProgramYouthWORKS 411 centers offer education, occupational skills training, job placement services, and connections to other social services for those ages 14-24.
Visit YouthWORKS411Local Community Supports
If you need a place to sleep or are having an emergency, contact Crossroads. Crossroads’ staff makes referrals to shelters that have available beds. Shelters provide a temporary place to stay and the basic necessities for individuals and families in crisis. 401-521-2255
Visit Crossroads Rhode IslandA comprehensive listing of health and human services resources in Rhode Island.
Visit Health Home Community Resource GuideThis is the network of community action programs (CAPs). They can provide resources and support you may need.
Visit Rhode Island Community Action AssociationThe Rhode Island Community Food Bank distributes food to people in need through a network of agencies statewide.
Visit Rhode Island Community Food BankInformation about low-interest loans, grants, education and assistance to find, rent, buy, build and keep a good home and access to list of affordable housing units
Visit Rhode Island Housing (RIH)Call Rhode Island 2-1-1 line for confidential information and referrals related to lifelong learning, basic supports, and community engagement. You can get information about food, housing, or medical costs. The call is free and available in multiple languages.
Visit Rhode Island United Way’s 211RIPTA is Rhode Island’s public transportation agency. You may be eligible for reduced-fare passes. Contact RIPTA at (401) 784-9500 ext. 2012
Visit RIPTA reduced-fare bus passes