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While we continue navigating permanent housing options, here are vetted local resources that provide immediate support in housing, wellness, legal advocacy, and LGBTQ+ services.

Ending transition age youth homelessness (ages 18-24)
Emergency shelter support
https://housing.ri.gov/resources/individuals-experiencing-homelessness
Shelter and transitional housing
Individuals and families for homelessness, poverty and unemployment
Offers culturally sensitive support, advocacy, housing program for individuals and families impacted by domestic and sexual abuse and human trafficking.
If you need safe housing because of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking, call our 24/7 Help Line at 401-765-3232.
Focuses on low-income families and those fleeing domestic violence, providing stable housing with comprehensive, tailored support services
Housing and emergency shelter assistance and essential items for youth and young adults (ages 18-24)
Emergency family shelter, home stabilization, basic needs, specialized services and behavioral health
Families seeking emergency shelter should call 401-445-4237
Home stabilization help call 401-235-6042
A non-profit, volunteer-driven membership organization that aims to support older adults who wish to age in their home via a network of local villages - communities of mutual support - in Rhode Island
https://www.villagecommonri.org/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_id=908317
LGBTQI+ elders (60-80% AMI) allies. Will feature 39 units, expected to open Dec 2027 with a waiting list already in place. Part of the East Point development in the Rumford section of East Providence.
Emergency services directory offering a list of local homeless shelters, churches, food banks and other emergency services
https://graceslist.org/services/locations/rhode-island/?_page=4&num=51&sort=directory_category
If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, you can file a complaint with the Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights.
Contact: (401) 222-2661
Information and access to abortion pills by mail, or in person via online directory of verified providers
Provides residential group homes and supervised apartments for adults with severe, persistent mental illness, offering 24/7 staffing.
https://www.providencecenter.org
Support on phone for LGBTQ victims & survivors of partner abuse. Confidential peer-led groups.
Hotline: (617) 742-4911
TTY: (617) 227-4911
Walk-in services, 50+ health and addiction programs.
24/7 acute stabilization center located at:
100 Randall St., Providence RI
Emergency & Crisis Intervention. 401-235-7120
Immediate assistance for victims of domestic or sexual violence, support groups and therapy services.
Drop-In Center:
1570 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02909
24/7 confidential line 401-765-3232
or, 401-861-6191 (Monday – Friday, 9-5)
Survivor-led, social justice organization that works to end partner abuse in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, kink, polyamorous, and queer communities
Culturally and clinically competent health care for the trans community.
Contact our call center at 401-767-4100 and request to see a Trans Health Access Team provider.
https://www.thundermisthealth.org/services/trans-health-access/
A comprehensive health clinic offering safe, confidential health care, LGBTQ+ focused clinics, affirming healthcare, trauma informed, social services
7 Central St. Providence, RI, 02907
(401) 648-4700
Counseling & legal aid for victims of sexual assault/abuse & incest. Resource center. 24hr hotline.
Contact Day One: (401) 421-4100 Statewide Helpline: (800) 494-8100
Comprehensive support services for people living with HIV HIV/STI and Hepatitis C testing site, contact: info@aidsprojectri.org or
(401) 831-5522
Dedicated, supportive community group for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals focused on fostering resilience, self-acceptance, and connection through guided discussions. This group, listed in Psychology Today, provides a safe, affirming space for navigating authentic living
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups/queerly-beloved-south-kingstown-ri/247426
Trevor Helpline and social networks for crisis and suicide prevention.
24/7
Text START to 678-678
Call (866) 488-7386
Free and confidential legal information.
Assistance, and referrals at GLADAnswers@glad.org or call leave a voicemail at 800-455-4523
Growing organization to address the concerns of fair treatment of transgender veterans and active duty service members
office@transveteran.org Call: (516-828-2911) Text: (516) 824-6977
Hours: Monday - Saturday 9am-7pm EST
dedicated to promoting, empowering, and contributing to the high quality of life for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender
Offers support and resources for LGBTQ+ individuals and families
HIV+ Gay Men’s Support Group SolaceYouth Group, Tuesdays from 4 to 6pm Gay Male Support Group, Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3pm
18 Parkis Avenue, Providence
401-640-3108
Support Groups
A weekly support group for trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming individuals, meeting:
Wednesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. at 640 Broad St., Providence
Statewide organization for transgender, gender diverse, and intersex individuals, offering community-focused events
Culinary, Property Maintenance and Landscaping, Commercial Driver's License, and Customer Service training programs
A collaborative hub of LGBTQ+ resources
Wendy Cole is a transition mentor who helps individuals navigate major life changes with a focus on self-acceptance. Offering guidance, empowerment, coaching, mentoring, community and her own podcasts.
Local chapter of national network of feminists 60 years old or better, working for justice and wellbeing through public discourse. Regular meetings to share experiences. OLOC National at: https://www.oloc.org/
The network offers a wide range of services and events that promote LGBTQ+ awareness and education, health and wellness, social interaction, professional development, and more.
Drag and non-drag performers raise funds for local charities. All welcome to general membership meetings on second Monday at The Dark Lady (17 Snow Street, Providence)
Programming for QTBIPOC (Queer and Trans Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) in Providence.
You can find their upcoming events and support their work through their active social media profiles
Meets weekly on Wednesdays
https://www.meetup.com/queer-providence-board-gamers/
More on their social profiles
Providence-based group for transgender and gender non-conforming folks focused on building community. It is a low-stakes, social group that connects over Discord and holds in-person meet-ups
More on their social profiles @pvdtngb
Providence-based group for individuals practicing, exploring, or supporting ethical non-monogamy. They organize social meetups to connect the community, with event details and updates posted on their Facebook group.
A community organization dedicated to creating safe, social spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies across Rhode Island and Southern New England
More on their socials @queersandbeersofri
New season rehearsals begin in January and August. Singers and non-singing volunteers welcome. Monday 7-9:30 pm at Beneficent Church
All-volunteer organization that supports Rhode Islanders who choose abortion or contraceptive care, but cannot afford the cost. https://riabortionfund.org/
music therapy and education group, participants will learn basic percussion techniques, engage in rich discussion about mental health topics faced by LQBTQ+ individuals
Group meets one Sunday a month
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