Rhode Island

Rhode Island offers a variety of housing support programs and services to assist pregnant women, mothers, and families in need. These initiatives aim to provide safe and stable living environments during critical times.

State and Local Housing Program
Rhode Island Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP): This federal program provides housing assistance in the form of a voucher, enabling families to find homes that meet their needs. Tenants typically pay 30-40% of their gross household income toward rent and utilities.

Family Support & Services by Comprehensive Community Action Program (CCAP): CCAP offers various services, including the New Opportunity Homes (NOH) – a transitional housing program under Rhode Island Works. This program provides temporary housing and support services to eligible families.

Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing

Little Flower Home: This organization offers homeless pregnant women a safe place to stay at no cost, both before and after the birth of their baby. Accommodations include private rooms in volunteer host families' homes or apartments.

Woonsocket Shelter by Community Care Alliance: Established in 1989, this shelter provides emergency housing and case management support for single women and families with children who are homeless.

Providence House: Their Transitional Shelter Program offers emergency housing, engaging residents for six to eight months. During this period, the team works closely with each person to address issues such as accessing primary care, securing stable income, and obtaining appropriate childcare, as well as linking them to permanent housing.

Sojourner House: This organization offers maternal health programs, including emergency shelter, transitional, and permanent supportive housing, along with wraparound services such as support groups.

Nonprofit and Community-Based Assistance
Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI): FSRI operates four residential treatment programs for adolescent and young adult females. They also offer housing navigation services, providing referral, advocacy, and support for eligible families with housing needs to access available assistance programs.
Family Service of Rhode Island

Supportive Housing for Mothers – Child and Family: This program empowers women through education, job training, therapy, and housing assistance, aiming for long-term self-sufficiency.

Crossroads Rhode Island: Crossroads offers programs like basic needs assistance, case management, housing, emergency shelter, education, and employment services to provide clients with essential tools to overcome homelessness.

Holy Family Home for Women and Children: Located in Providence, this shelter offers housing for homeless women with children, providing a safe and supportive environment. Learn More

Other Resources
United Way 2-1-1 in Rhode Island: A free, confidential service that connects individuals with housing, food, affordable childcare, and more. Available 24/7, 365 days a year, with translation services in many languages. Call 211

These resources and programs are designed to support pregnant women, mothers, and families in Rhode Island, ensuring they have access to safe and stable housing during critical periods.