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Below is a list of websites and phone numbers that may be of use to you. This list is by no means exhaustive, but it should help you in your search for information. Many of these links will take you to other related links, or a phone call can direct you to other information. RI Department of Elderly Affairs Information on SSI program, Medicaid waiver program, and all types of senior services RI Department of Health Information on licensed nursing homes and assisted living residences RI Department of Human Services Information on services for elderly Rhode Islanders Long Term Care Coordinating Council Resource information about long-term care services CareLink A partnership of health and community resources in Rhode Island, including long term care, home care, and adult day services Elder Care RI Information on Rhode Island nursing homes, assisted living residences, home care providers, adult day services, etc Long Term Care Ombudsman Help with a resident concern or help in finding a suitable placement Alzheimer’s Association Resource site on Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias Administration on Aging National resource site on services and opportunities for older Americans Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services Information on Medicare, Medicaid, and other programs Medicare The website for Medicare information National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization Information on hospice care and hospice programs Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare
Organizations Site for information on accredited healthcare organizations, including hospitals and nursing homes Commission on Accreditation
of Rehabilitative Facilities Another accrediting agency Sojourner
House Resource for information on elder safety and domestic abuse prevention |