Upcoming events

Road to Work is a virtual career networking event in support of SNAP Employment & Training participants   Event Date: July 21, 2021 9:00AM – 11:00AM   In collaboration with LISC, DHS and SNAP Employment and Training, the Center for Innovation and Systems Improvement is proud to present Road to Work, a virtual career networking event for Rhode Island SNAP program participants. Road to Work is designed to connect SNAP E&T candidates and local employers for a chance to discuss possible job opportunities, learn about the local job market, practice interview skills, and network. Our candidates have been training for careers in customer service, culinary, banking, call center, truck driving, warehouse, auto mechanics, mailroom, hospitality, daycare, carpentry, manufacturing, janitorial, landscaping, retail, medical (CNA/medical assistant) and more! Please join us to support the RI workforce and enonomic development programs and meet our pool of hard-working job seekers on July 21st !   SNAP Participant Registration Click Here Employer Registration Click Here Questions? Email vbarokha@fedcap.org or call 401-301-1000 To learn more about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment & Training please visit https://risnapet.org/ 

Attention Rhode Island Parents, Grandparents, Guardians and Caregivers of Students with Disabilities Ages 14-21: When: Friday, November 13th, 2015 from 8:00am - 3:00pmESTWhere: Radisson Providence Airport Hotel 2081 Post Rd Warwick, RI 02886

Wednesday, October 14, 2015 • 11:30 am - 1pm Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington Street, Providence, RIProvidence, Rhode Island, October 7, 2015 -- The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is considering changing some of its fares, including a new reduced fare for lower income passengers who are elderly or have disabilities. These changes are being considered as the part of a comprehensive fare study that the Authority launched in the spring. Due to the concerns of riders, particularly those who may be impacted by the fare for seniors and people with disabilities, RIPTA is holding this meeting to provide more information on the proposed changes and also to provide information on transportation resources in Rhode Island.RIPTA, The Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) and LogistiCare representatives will be on hand to answer questions regarding transportation options for seniors, people with disabilities and Medicaid recipients.

A chance for people with developmental disabilites and their families to meet with Maria Montanaro, Director of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilites and Hospitals, wil happen on Thursday, October 15, 20115 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm.  The meeting will take place at Buttonwoods Community Center, 3027 West Shore Road, Warwick RI.  This is a public event. Hear from the Director about reforms underway at the Division of De velopmental Disabilites and share your experiences, issues and concerns. 

Rhode Island Rehabilitation Association presents the annual Autism Awareness Conference  Thursday, October 15, 2015 from 8:00-4:00pm EST  For more information or to register, contact Sharon Morra at 401.462.7848

8th National Organizational Change Forum: Sheltered Workshop Conversion to Community EmploymentWHEN: October 20& 21, 2015WHERE: Hilton Hotel Burlington,Vermont For more information and to Register,

Community Care Alliance is holding a job fair on Wednesday MAY 20th 2015 from 2:00-6:00pm. It will be held at 800 Clinton Street Woonsocket, RI 02895. Opportunities for Masters, Bachelors, Associates, and limited High School/GED Have Questions: jobfair@communitycareRI.org 

Cross Disability Coalition Meeting will be held on Monday May 11th, 2015 from 1:00-3:00pm EST at the CEA.   Please RSVP to 401-737-1238 or email any of the following people: Tanja - tanja@riddc.org Deanne - deannegagne@riddc.orgJack - jackringland@riddc.org  

Dean's List & Trinity Repertory Compnay present ... Rhody's Got Talent!  Friday, May 1st, 2015 6:00-9:00pm EST Dean's List Academy 25 Esten Street Pawtucket RI  Featuring: Pre-Show Dinner, Dance Numbers, Broadway Ballards, Classic Songs, Stand Up Comedy, Knock Knock Jokes, Ukulele Band and A World Premiere of the Trailer for Bite Me! The Musical Fee: $20.00 General Admission includes Dinner & Show Tickets: John Zottola at 401.368.9108 ot jzottola@accesspointri.org 

The Sherlock Center is offering a chance for people with disabilities and their family to meet Director Maria Montanaro of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals.   WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015 4:00-6:00pm  ARNOLD CONFERENCE CENTER 111 Howard Avenue Regan Building Cranston RI 02920 Welcome the new director Share issues, concerns, and ideas for reform