DaVinci Center for Community Progress

Address

470 Charles Street
Providence, RI 02904

(401) 272-7474

http://www.davincicenter.org

Description:

It is the mission of the DaVinci Center to improve the quality of life for the residents in the North End of Providence by providing, or helping to bring about, a broad array of quality services and neighborhood improvement projects that respond to the needs of the community.

The Education Department can help you reach your educational goals whether you are in middle school,high school, or thinking of taking college courses.

The DaVinci Center offers case management to residents of all ages who live in the North End of Providence. Referrals are made when special needs are called for.

The DaVinci Center has contracted with the Social Security Administration to assist beneficiaries of SSI and SSDI residing in Rhode Island to obtain gainful paid employment. SSI and SSDI recipients have disabilities that make it difficult for them to obtain employment. Under the Ticket to Work Program, The DaVinci Center is prepared to offer these recipients whatever services they require that will enable them to find suitable paid jobs. These services include a comprehensive assessment; drafting of resumes and cover letters; job readiness skills; job search activities and job retention services.

In collaboration with Visiting Nursing Association of Greater Rhode Island, an on-site Health Clinic has been established with the Center. Health lectures and specialized health screenings are held frequently for the general public.

Special Notes/Funding

***COVID-19: Assess and respond to needs of seniors through home assessments, counseling and nutrition services. Income Source: United Way; federal; state; local; private foundations; donations Diocese of Providence/Respite Services

Description

The DaVinci Center offers case management to residents of all ages who live in the North End of Providence. Referrals are made when special needs are called for. Services Included Information and assistance with government program such as WIC, Section 8 Housing, FIP, SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, Food Stamps & GPA Medical. Advocacy for clients in need of financial assistance, housing and legal issues. Emergency food bank and free clothing. Furniture Bank intake center. Referrals for affordable medical and dental care.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:30AM-4:00PM

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

North End of Providence Resident

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

By Appointment Only; Call for Information

Languages

Italian, Spanish

Service Area

North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Rhode Island
    • Providence County
      • Providence

Telephone Numbers

Number:
401-272-8010
Name:
Case Management/Counseling
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-1000) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

The DaVinci Center has contracted with the Social Security Administration to assist beneficiaries of SSI and SSDI residing in Rhode Island to obtain gainful paid employment. SSI and SSDI recipients have disabilities that make it difficult for them to obtain employment. Under the Ticket to Work Program, The DaVinci Center is prepared to offer these recipients whatever services they require that will enable them to find suitable paid jobs. These services include a comprehensive assessment; drafting of resumes and cover letters; job readiness skills; job search activities and job retention services.

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

SSI/SSDI Recipient Interested in Working

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call for Information

Service Area

Statewide

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Rhode Island

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-272-7474
    Name:
    Main Phone
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (ND-6500.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Special Notes/Funding

    Income Source: United Way; federal; state; local; private foundations; donations Diocese of Providence/Respite Services

    Description

    Lunch served daily

    Hours

    Monday-Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM; Lunch 12:00PM

    Required Documents

    None

    Eligibility

    North End of Providence Resident

    Fees

    You are asked to give a free-will offering at a suggested $3.00 per meal or whatever is affordable for you.

    Intake Procedure

    They ask that you do the following: Call in your reservation at least 24 hours ahead of time. If at all possible, give us your reservations for the whole week ahead.Tell them your choice on the menu of regular meal or sandwich. Please call in your cancellations also since we do not want to have waste and also because we may be able to accommodate a person on the waiting list for the meal on that day.

    Languages

    Italian, Spanish

    Service Area

    North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island
      • Providence County
        • Providence

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-272-7474
    Name:
    Main Phone
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BD-5000.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    The Education Department can help you reach your educational goals whether you are in middle school,high school, or thinking of taking college courses. High School Equivalency(GED) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Tutoring is available upon request and the ability to match a tutor with the students needs. A dropout prevention program is available for students that are in jeopardy of dropping out of school. A case management approach addresses family as well as student needs. If you have not finished high school, you can prepare yourself to take the General Education Development Test (GED) by taking Pre-GED or GED Classes at the Center. If you need to work on your English reading, writing, or language skills, you can also take an English for speakers of other languages (ESOL). There is also an accredited college course you can take at the Center if you are considering a college degree. Several personal enrichment courses are also held during the year. Special classes such as Italian, Art, Line Dancing are offered periodically.

    Hours

    Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

    Required Documents

    Varies

    Eligibility

    North End of Providence Resident in Need of Educational Services

    Fees

    Most Programs Have No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    Call for Information

    Languages

    Italian, Spanish

    Service Area

    North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

    Geography Served

    None

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-272-7474
    Name:
    Main Phone
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (HH-0500.2500-300) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    Adopt-A-Family:2018

    Hours

    Pick up:Call for date and time

    Required Documents

    Childs Birth Certificate,I.D, Address

    Eligibility

    Must live in area

    Fees

    N/A

    Intake Procedure

    Call to complete application first week in December

    Service Area

    Providence 02904

    Geography Served

    None

    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-2950.3200) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    The DaVinci Center offers case management to residents of all ages who live in the North End of Providence. Referrals are made when special needs are called for.

    Hours

    Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

    Required Documents

    Varies

    Eligibility

    North End of Providence Residents

    Fees

    Most Programs Have No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    By Appointment Only; Call for Information

    Languages

    Italian, Spanish

    Service Area

    North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island
      • Providence County
        • Providence

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-272-8010
    Name:
    Case Management/Counseling
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RF-3300) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Special Notes/Funding

    Income Source: United Way; federal; state; local; private foundations; donations Diocese of Providence/Respite Services

    Description

    Senior Citizens If you are in need of assistance, a Community Elder Information Specialist provided by the Rhode Island Division of Aging is available for an appointment at the Center, or by a home visit (if required). All Health Care services are available to you if you are 65 years or older, and are covered by insurance or are a private pay patient. Health Consultant Services and Nutritional Evaluations are FREE and open to ALL AGES.

    Hours

    Monday-Friday 8:30AM-4:00PM

    Required Documents

    Varies

    Eligibility

    North End of Providence Resident

    Fees

    Most Services Have No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    Call or Visit for Information

    Languages

    Italian, Spanish

    Service Area

    North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island
      • Providence County
        • Providence

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-272-7474
    Name:
    Main Phone
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TC-5500.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    THANKSGIVING BASKETS 2015

    Hours

    Mon - Fri 8:30AM - 4:30PM

    Required Documents

    Proof of address, Photo ID

    Eligibility

    Providence residents in 02904 & 02908 zip codes

    Fees

    N/A

    Intake Procedure

    Register in person first week of November

    Service Area

    Providence 02908, 02904

    Geography Served

    None

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-272-7474
    Type:
    Main Phone
    Name:
    Main Phone
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-2950.8500-850) and related services within the Service Tree.

    General Information

    Hours:

    Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

    Intake Process:

    Call for Information

    Program Fees:

    Most Services Have No Fees/Some Educational Programs have Fees

    Eligibility:

    North End of Providence Resident

    Handicap Accessible?

    Yes

    Is Shelter?

    No

    Miscellaneous

    Related Resource

    Date of Official Change:

    August 2, 2024

    Legal Status:

    Non-Profit

    Special Notes/Funding

    ***COVID-19: Assess and respond to needs of seniors through home assessments, counseling and nutrition services. Income Source: United Way; federal; state; local; private foundations; donations Diocese of Providence/Respite Services

    Description

    The DaVinci Center offers case management to residents of all ages who live in the North End of Providence. Referrals are made when special needs are called for. Services Included Information and assistance with government program such as WIC, Section 8 Housing, FIP, SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, Food Stamps & GPA Medical. Advocacy for clients in need of financial assistance, housing and legal issues. Emergency food bank and free clothing. Furniture Bank intake center. Referrals for affordable medical and dental care.

    Hours

    Monday-Friday 8:30AM-4:00PM

    Required Documents

    Varies

    Eligibility

    North End of Providence Resident

    Fees

    No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    By Appointment Only; Call for Information

    Languages

    Italian, Spanish

    Service Area

    North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island
      • Providence County
        • Providence

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-272-8010
    Name:
    Case Management/Counseling
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-1000) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    The DaVinci Center has contracted with the Social Security Administration to assist beneficiaries of SSI and SSDI residing in Rhode Island to obtain gainful paid employment. SSI and SSDI recipients have disabilities that make it difficult for them to obtain employment. Under the Ticket to Work Program, The DaVinci Center is prepared to offer these recipients whatever services they require that will enable them to find suitable paid jobs. These services include a comprehensive assessment; drafting of resumes and cover letters; job readiness skills; job search activities and job retention services.

    Hours

    Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

    Required Documents

    Varies

    Eligibility

    SSI/SSDI Recipient Interested in Working

    Fees

    No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    Call for Information

    Service Area

    Statewide

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-272-7474
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (ND-6500.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Special Notes/Funding

      Income Source: United Way; federal; state; local; private foundations; donations Diocese of Providence/Respite Services

      Description

      Lunch served daily

      Hours

      Monday-Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM; Lunch 12:00PM

      Required Documents

      None

      Eligibility

      North End of Providence Resident

      Fees

      You are asked to give a free-will offering at a suggested $3.00 per meal or whatever is affordable for you.

      Intake Procedure

      They ask that you do the following: Call in your reservation at least 24 hours ahead of time. If at all possible, give us your reservations for the whole week ahead.Tell them your choice on the menu of regular meal or sandwich. Please call in your cancellations also since we do not want to have waste and also because we may be able to accommodate a person on the waiting list for the meal on that day.

      Languages

      Italian, Spanish

      Service Area

      North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Rhode Island
        • Providence County
          • Providence

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-272-7474
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BD-5000.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      The Education Department can help you reach your educational goals whether you are in middle school,high school, or thinking of taking college courses. High School Equivalency(GED) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Tutoring is available upon request and the ability to match a tutor with the students needs. A dropout prevention program is available for students that are in jeopardy of dropping out of school. A case management approach addresses family as well as student needs. If you have not finished high school, you can prepare yourself to take the General Education Development Test (GED) by taking Pre-GED or GED Classes at the Center. If you need to work on your English reading, writing, or language skills, you can also take an English for speakers of other languages (ESOL). There is also an accredited college course you can take at the Center if you are considering a college degree. Several personal enrichment courses are also held during the year. Special classes such as Italian, Art, Line Dancing are offered periodically.

      Hours

      Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

      Required Documents

      Varies

      Eligibility

      North End of Providence Resident in Need of Educational Services

      Fees

      Most Programs Have No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      Call for Information

      Languages

      Italian, Spanish

      Service Area

      North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

      Geography Served

      None

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-272-7474
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (HH-0500.2500-300) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      Adopt-A-Family:2018

      Hours

      Pick up:Call for date and time

      Required Documents

      Childs Birth Certificate,I.D, Address

      Eligibility

      Must live in area

      Fees

      N/A

      Intake Procedure

      Call to complete application first week in December

      Service Area

      Providence 02904

      Geography Served

      None

      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-2950.3200) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      The DaVinci Center offers case management to residents of all ages who live in the North End of Providence. Referrals are made when special needs are called for.

      Hours

      Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

      Required Documents

      Varies

      Eligibility

      North End of Providence Residents

      Fees

      Most Programs Have No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      By Appointment Only; Call for Information

      Languages

      Italian, Spanish

      Service Area

      North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Rhode Island
        • Providence County
          • Providence

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-272-8010
      Name:
      Case Management/Counseling
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RF-3300) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Special Notes/Funding

      Income Source: United Way; federal; state; local; private foundations; donations Diocese of Providence/Respite Services

      Description

      Senior Citizens If you are in need of assistance, a Community Elder Information Specialist provided by the Rhode Island Division of Aging is available for an appointment at the Center, or by a home visit (if required). All Health Care services are available to you if you are 65 years or older, and are covered by insurance or are a private pay patient. Health Consultant Services and Nutritional Evaluations are FREE and open to ALL AGES.

      Hours

      Monday-Friday 8:30AM-4:00PM

      Required Documents

      Varies

      Eligibility

      North End of Providence Resident

      Fees

      Most Services Have No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      Call or Visit for Information

      Languages

      Italian, Spanish

      Service Area

      North End, Charles Street, Eagle Park, and Wanskuck areas of Providence

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Rhode Island
        • Providence County
          • Providence

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-272-7474
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TC-5500.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      THANKSGIVING BASKETS 2015

      Hours

      Mon - Fri 8:30AM - 4:30PM

      Required Documents

      Proof of address, Photo ID

      Eligibility

      Providence residents in 02904 & 02908 zip codes

      Fees

      N/A

      Intake Procedure

      Register in person first week of November

      Service Area

      Providence 02908, 02904

      Geography Served

      None

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-272-7474
      Type:
      Main Phone
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-2950.8500-850) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Geographies Served

      • Serves All Areas

      Address Listings

      Physical (Primary)

      470 Charles Street
      Providence, RI 02904

      Mailing

      470 Charles Street
      Providence, RI 02904

      Contacts

      Norma Gonzalez

      Executive Director

      (401) 272-7474

      ngonzalez@davincicenterri.org

      Phone Numbers

      Main Phone

      (401) 272-7474

      Case Management/Counseling

      (401) 272-8010

      Fax

      (401) 272-7960

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