Advocates in Action

Address

Independence Square, 500 Prospect Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860

(877) 532-5543

http://www.advocatesinaction.org

Description:

Rhode Island's Statewide Self-Advocacy organization. Works to help people understand information more clearly, learn about rights, participate in their communities and share their unique gifts with the rest of society. Also works to raise public awareness about disabilities.

Activities include:
- Hosting an annual statewide Self-Advocacy
conference. Approximately 430 people attend.
- Hosting an annual Statewide Self-Advocacy Town Hall style meeting. Approximately 300 people attend.
- Designing/Adapting accessible materials in a variety of formats to help people understand issues related to Self-Advocacy.
- Coordinating a year-long Leadership Series training for individuals who have a Developmental Disability, families and direct support staff.
- Bringing disability awareness experiences to schools, colleges, businesses, support agencies and others.

Description

Rhode Island's Statewide Self-Advocacy organization. Works to help people understand information more clearly, learn about rights, participate in their communities and share their unique gifts with the rest of society. Also works to raise public awareness about disabilities. Activities include: - Hosting an annual statewide Self-Advocacy conference. Approximately 430 people attend. - Hosting an annual Statewide Self-Advocacy Town Hall style meeting. Approximately 300 people attend. - Designing/Adapting accessible materials in a variety of formats to help people understand issues related to Self-Advocacy. - Coordinating a year-long Leadership Series training for individuals who have a Developmental Disability, families and direct support staff. - Bringing disability awareness experiences to schools, colleges, businesses, support agencies and others.

Service Area

Rhode Island

Geography Served

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  • Rhode Island

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    877-532-5543
    Type:
    Main Phone
    Name:
    Main Phone
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    Geography Served

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      General Information

      Hours:

      Varies

      Intake Process:

      Call

      Program Fees:

      Varies

      Eligibility:

      Developmentally Disabled

      Handicap Accessible?

      Yes

      Is Shelter?

      No

      Miscellaneous

      AKA:

      AIA

      Related Resource

      Date of Official Change:

      April 1, 2024

      Legal Status:

      Non-Profit

      Description

      Rhode Island's Statewide Self-Advocacy organization. Works to help people understand information more clearly, learn about rights, participate in their communities and share their unique gifts with the rest of society. Also works to raise public awareness about disabilities. Activities include: - Hosting an annual statewide Self-Advocacy conference. Approximately 430 people attend. - Hosting an annual Statewide Self-Advocacy Town Hall style meeting. Approximately 300 people attend. - Designing/Adapting accessible materials in a variety of formats to help people understand issues related to Self-Advocacy. - Coordinating a year-long Leadership Series training for individuals who have a Developmental Disability, families and direct support staff. - Bringing disability awareness experiences to schools, colleges, businesses, support agencies and others.

      Service Area

      Rhode Island

      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:
        877-532-5543
        Type:
        Main Phone
        Name:
        Main Phone
        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (FP-0500) and related services within the Service Tree.

        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
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-3100.1750) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Address Listings

          Physical (Primary)

          Independence Square, 500 Prospect Street
          Pawtucket, RI 02860

          Mailing

          Independence Square. 500 Prospect Street
          Pawtucket, RI 02860

          Contacts

          Deb Kney

          Primary Contact

          Statewide Coordinator

          aina@advocatesinaction.org

          Phone Numbers

          Main Phone

          (877) 532-5543

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