Disability Rights Rhode Island is the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) System for the state of Rhode Island.

Providence, RI
Joined April 2019
March is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month. Are you living with a TBI or supporting someone who does? The Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center has resources to help you understand how TBI affects people's lives. Check out their website at msktc.org/TBI
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Accessible transportation is vital for people with disabilities who don’t own vehicles or can’t drive themselves. Learn more about what transportation providers must do to make transportation accessible from the ADA National Network at adata.org/.../Accessible%20G…...
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Today is the 36th anniversary of the Capitol Crawl, when 60+ activists with disabilities crawled up the steps of the Capitol building to catalyze the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Learn more: dlcv.org/ada-history-blog (@disAbilityLawVA).
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Do you need services to help you work and live on your own? Our Client Assistance Program may be able to help you ask for services or help if you already get services. Check out our fact sheet about our Client Assistance Program at drri.org/drri-client-assista….
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Anxiety varies among individuals, sometimes presenting as constant worry, fear, a sense of unease, difficulty concentrating, or physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat. It can also cause avoidance of situations. Recognizing these differences can help the underlying emotions.
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Do you have a wheelchair, hearing aids, or other devices that need to be repaired or replaced? Learn about how Rhode Island’s Assistive Technology Lemon Law protects you at bit.ly/4sHzKvd
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People all over the country are using Supported Decision-Making, and you can too. At our new Center for Supported Decision-Making (SDM), read and hear success stories of how SDM has helped people with disabilities live the lives they choose. drri.org/supported-decision-…
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Communities thrive when we look out for each other. Take a training and help build a network of support in Rhode Island — because hope needs you. Visit preventsuicideri.org and go to the Get Help tab to view a list of suicide prevention trainings.
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RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY NEWS Hard-of-Hearing Peer Support Group Source: ATEL
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Fair Housing Laws protect people with disabilities from unfair treatment when buying or renting a place to live. Check out DRRI’s factsheet on Fair Housing Laws to learn more about how the laws protect you: bit.ly/3OTsDkv
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Want to learn more about using Supported Decision-Making (SDM) in your life? Our new Center for Supported Decision-Making includes examples of how SDM can help you make decisions about education, work, and relationships. drri.org/supported-decision-…
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Interested in how to create a Supported Decision-Making Agreement (SDM)? Check out our brand new Center for SDM and find out. drri.org/support.../creating… #SupportedDecisionMaking #Disabilities #Disability
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Learn about the rights of Service Animal owners at ada.gov/topic/service-animal…. Service Animals can be a valuable aid to help people with disabilities live independently and access businesses in the community.
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Need to talk to someone, but don't know who to call? Call 988, anytime - day or night. Help is on the other end of the phone.
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ICYMI: DHS is offering ASL Walk-In Interpreting Services through June! Customers are encouraged to bring questions and learn about DHS programs. Details included in the flier: bit.ly/4qvu3jk
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Do you need accessible public transportation and live far away from a fixed route bus stop? Check out RIPTA's RIde Anywhere Pilot Program! The program sends accessible vehicles directly to your door, no matter where you live in Rhode Island. ripta.com/RIdeAnywhere
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Join us in celebrating our Senior Attorney, Kate Bowden, honored with the NASS Medallion.  She is a steadfast advocate, a problem-solver, and a truly exceptional leader. We are so proud to see her receive this well-deserved recognition.  ri.gov/press/view/50145
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🎥 New from DRRI: DRRI Legal Advocate, Liv Lozier, joins the RI Coalition for Elder Justice webinar series to share insights on Supported Decision Making & alternatives to guardianship. Watch now → youtube.com/watch?v=m8ZKJMFV… #SDM #DisabilityRights #GuardianshipAlternatives
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📅 Mark your calendars! The Governor's Commission on Disabilities is holding their Virtual Annual Public Forum on Monday, July 21, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 PM.
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