Department of Human Services - Administrative Offices

Address

25 Howard Avenue
Louis Pasteur Building 57
Cranston, RI 02920

(401) 462-2121

http://www.dhs.ri.gov

Description:

The RI Department of Human Services (DHS) is an organization As an agency committed to access and achievement, the vision for the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) is that all Rhode Islanders have the opportunity to thrive at home, work and in the community.

DHS works hand-in-hand with community partners and resources throughout our great State to deliver critical benefits, supports and services to more than 300,000 families, adults, children, older adults, individuals with disabilities and veterans every year. We are part of the solution to end poverty and food insecurity and we make a lasting, positive impact on the State!€™s health and future.

More specifically, DHS strives to guarantee:

-Families are strong, productive, healthy, and independent.
-Adults are healthy and reach their maximum potential.
-Children are safe, healthy, ready to learn and reach their full potential.
-Child Care providers deliver high quality education services.
-Older Adults and Seniors and individuals with disabilities receive all necessary services to enhance their quality of life.
-Veterans are cared for and honored.

DHS believes in continuous improvement. We have guiding principles and a strategic plan with strategies to help us operate as efficiently as possible and always support the whole family through a variety of programs: Child Care, Energy and Water Assistance Programs, General Public Assistance, Long-Term Services and Supports, Medicaid/Medicare Programs, Refugee Assistance Program, RI Works Program, SSI State Supplemental Payment, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

General Information

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4PM

Intake Process:

Call or Visit Website

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

Spanish, Interpreter Services Available

Eligibility:

Varies by Program

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resources

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

25 Howard Avenue
Louis Pasteur Building 57
Cranston, RI 02920

Mailing

PO Box 8709
Cranston, RI 02920

Contacts

Kimberly Merolla-Brito

Acting Director

Deputy Director/Chief Administrative Officer

(401) 462-2121

Marisa Petreccia

Chief of Staff

(401) 462-2121

Phone Numbers

Main Phone

(401) 462-2121

Call Center

(855) 697-4347

Fax

(401) 462-3677

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