Newport County Community Resources, News and ways to get involved during Covid-19 and Beyond
- ENGAGE|UNITE|THRIVE
- Mar 29, 2020
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 1, 2020
Engage|Unite|Thrive Newport is a social engagement project committed to bringing you the resources you and your family will need during Covid-19 and beyond in Newport County, RI.
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LOCAL NEWS & INFORMATION ON CORONAVIRUS-DISEASE RELATED ISSUES
City of Newport COVID-19 information
RI Department of Health latest info on COVID-19
Hotline (401) 222-8022
HEZ - Newport Health Equity Zones - Resources 4-1-20
HEZ - Newport Health Equity Zones - Website
Newport Community Emergency - News and Resources and more
What’s Up Newp up-to-date local news on COVID-19 and related issues
Newport Working Cities info on available local resources, job opportunities, plus articles and videos on living better
The Newport Buzz local news on COVID-19 and related issues
RI State Department of Health
HOW YOU CAN HELP OUR COMMUNITY
Newport County Virtual Tip Jar list of local service industry workers in need of financial assistance
Edward King House & Aquidneck Island Emergency Volunteer Alliance online volunteer registration
RI Hospitality Employee Relief Fund for employees facing financial
hardship due to COVID-19
call (401) 846-3234 to find out how to donate to the food pantry and/or soup kitchen programs
COMMUNITY RESOURCES TO HELP YOU
City of Newport’s Financial Relief Programs for businesses and individuals financially harmed by COVID- 19
Free Wifi hotspots available to residents
Internet Connectivity Cox Connect2Compete program Apply by May 15
MLK Community Center info on programs and services
Food Acess (English|Espanol) from the city of Providence
FabNewport Facebook page offers links to online seminars on a variety of topics
Newport Housing Authority emergency line (401) 847-3134
Aquidneck Growers Market is closed
Contact vendors directly
RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence info on services available throughout RI
24/7 Victims of Crime Helpline (1-800-494-8100)
Stoneacre Brasserie offers free meal deliveries for Newport hospitality industry employees (Wednesday & Saturdays)
Email to be added to family meal list
RI Hospitality Employee Relief Fund is for employees who have been laid off and are facing financial hardship due to COVID-19
call (401) 223-1120 x 110
East Bay Community Action Pantry info on current programs & services
Community Baptist Church offers online Bible Study and Prayer Meetings
Salvation Army Food Pantry
food pantry hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9am-3pm
soup kitchen hours: Friday and Sunday 1pm-2pm
office hours Monday through Friday from 9-3 at (401) 846-3234 or email
RI Foundation COVID-19 Response Fund Grants for non-profits
RI State Department of Health COVID 19 Medical Supply Donations
Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training COVID-19 Assistance Line (401) 462-2020 and email
Rhode Island Commerce COVID-19 Resources
Small Business Hotline (401) 521-HELP and e-mail
United Way of RI COVID-19 Response Fund
RI Foundation COVID-19 Response Fund Grants
The Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging has published a resource guide for older adult
Unemployment or Temporary Disability Benefits during Covid-19 Guide from WP
Free Meals for Children - RI Department of Health free food sites
RI Food Policy Council - Covid-19 Resources and Response
OTHER RESOURCES
Access to Microsoft Office 365 for free for 6 months, which includes tools to enable remote work and video conferencing.
RI Works – provides temporary cash assistance for low-income and unemployed parents with children. If you and your children need temporary assistance, request an application at one of the DHS offices. You can talk to a DHS representative Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM by calling 1-855-MY-RIDHS.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health. SNAP recipients qualify for benefits based on their income, the resources they have and the number of individuals in their household. Pick up a SNAP application at DHS sites around the state. Click here for a complete list of DHS offices.Click here for eligibility requirements for the SNAP and other DHS programs.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Assistance – helps income-eligible families pay their heating bills. HEAP is a grant. You are not required to repay it. View current income guidelines. Apply at your local Community Action Agency.
Creative Capital’s list of Arts Resources During the COVID-19 Outbreak.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance– Self-employed folks might be eligible, this is a federal program that has been activated and might help.
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