Rhode Island

Rhode Island resources for caregivers

Key Rhode Island entry points for caregiver support & respite, long-term services and supports (LTSS), job-related leave options, safety reporting, and benefits portals. (Official sources when possible.)
Status: Draft — please verify links before publishing.
Last reviewed: Feb 8, 2026

Start hereOfficial

Rhode Island Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

Front door for aging/disability information and help connecting to services and benefits.

Caregiver supportOfficial

Lifespan Respite Care Program (Rhode Island)

Respite-related supports and caregiver resources administered through the Office of Healthy Aging.

Medicaid LTSSOfficial

Long-Term Services & Supports (LTSS) — Rhode Island

Overview of LTSS options and pathways (confirm program details and eligibility on official pages).

Self-directedOfficial

Personal Choice Program (self-directed) — Rhode Island

Self-directed option information and how it fits within RI LTSS programs.

Job supportPaid leave

Temporary Caregiver Insurance (TCI) — Rhode Island

Rhode Island’s paid caregiver leave benefit (verify rules and how to apply on the official site).

SafetyOfficial

Adult Protective Services / Elder Protective Services (RI)

Report suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or self-neglect (official hotline and referral options).

OmbudsmanOfficial

Long-Term Care Ombudsman (Rhode Island)

Help with long-term care resident rights, concerns, and complaints.

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HealthyRhode (benefits portal)

Online portal for health coverage and related benefits in Rhode Island.