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| Last updated on November 21, 2008 |
The mission of Westbay is to assist the economically disadvantaged and elderly to achieve self sufficiency.
Description:
Westbay provides service to the residents of Kent County primarily and offers a variety of services to residents of Providence, Cranston, and South County as well. It is a multi service agency offering child care and education, family and elder case management, feeding programs for elders and children, emergency service (such as food and shelter) heating assistance, affordable rental and home ownership opportunities, WIC, RSVP, Weatherization of homes.
History:
Westbay was established in 1966 and is one of 8 Community Action Programs in RI and 1100 nationally. It was established by federal legislation known as the "War on Poverty." It has extensive experience providing service to the community.
Contact people:
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Susan Lewis, Program Director, (401) 732-4666, (email)
Paula Varatta, HR Coordinator, (401) 732-4666 x102, (email) |
Office fax number: (401) 732-6965
Address:
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224 Buttonwoods Ave
Warwick, RI 02886
(See a map) |
Web Site: http://www.westbaycap.org
Directions:
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Take 95S to the Airport exit. Once on airport exit take Post Road exit. At the end of Post Road exit, take a right. Go straight until you reach the Greenwood Bridge exit, take the exit. At it's end, go. . . (more)
Nearest Bus Stop: At corner |
Miscellaneous Information
| Handicap accessible? |
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Yes
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| Interests Served: |
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Solutions for Children, Youth, Families, Helping People in Crisis, Building Adult & Neighborhood Independence
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| Does your agency accept court-appointed volunteers? |
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Yes
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