Homeless in RI: First Snow Falls. Meet Joe, Chris, and Vicky

December 13, 2025 |
Sunset sky with scattered clouds over a cityscape.

As snow is forecast for tonight, and emergency shelters are few and far between, we hope the information on shelters and emergency pop-up locations is accessible to those in need. Refer to this list, being update daily: https://housing.ri.gov/resources/individuals-experiencing-homelessness From the Publisher:  Recently realizing that I was going to be very early to an appointment, and…

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Heating Assistance resources in Rhode Island

October 27, 2022 |
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Photo: EnergyRI This year, $32 million is expected to be available for qualified Rhode Island residents. Depending upon a family’s income, a household heating with oil or other deliverable fuel could receive from $981 to $1,285 in federal funding assistance. Qualified customers heating with gas could receive from $805 to $970; those heating with electricity…

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