Updates to Child Care Regulations

Valued Providers, The RI Department of Human Services (DHS) emergency child care regulations specific to COVID-19 will expire on Monday, Feb. 28, 2022, and will not be extended beyond that date. As we move towards a “new normal” while managing and mitigating COVID-19 risks, the Department remains committed to helping providers and families navigate challenges associated […]

February 11, 2022 Dear Valued Child Care Providers, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated guidance for Early Care and Education (ECE) programs. In response to the new guidance and in order to prioritize access to learning and care for children and families, Rhode Island has updated our guidance for children age […]

A behavioral health crisis can be challenging for individuals, families, and communities. Having a plan with pertinent information- all in one place- will make it less complicated if a situation becomes overwhelming. Rhode Island introduces this Behavioral Health Emergency Plan for Youth and Families to help manage crises related to substance use, alcohol and drug addiction, psychological […]

En este grupo mensual los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de conversar sobre los desafíos socioemocionales y de salud mental (¡y los éxitos!) observados en sus programas. La consultora de SUCCESS facilitará a la reflexión y resoluciones de problemas. Esta serie tendrá 6 sesiones de 1.5 horas. SUCCESS se comunicará con usted para completar un acuerdo […]

In this monthly group, participants will have the opportunity to discuss the social emotional and mental health challenges (and successes!) observed in their programs. A SUCCESS consultant will facilitate reflection and collaborative problem-solving. This series will have 6, 1.5 hour sessions. Participants will be required to complete a confidentiality agreement. SUCCESS will contact you to […]

Rhode Island College (RIC) is hosting its annual Graduate Studies Open House, a virtual event on January 11, 3:00 – 7:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to meet with faculty to learn about RIC’s graduate programs and to talk with graduate students about their experiences and professional goals.  There will also be two mini-sessions on […]

As part of a grant from the Health Equity Zones of Woonsocket, Bristol, and Central Providence through the Department of Health, The Autism Project is offering free early childhood training for professionals in those towns. Click on the links to register and to find out more information. Understanding Autism –January 13th from 5:30pm-7:30pm “Understanding ASD” […]

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Enviando en nombre de la Oficina de Cuidado Infantil de RI Department of Human Services y RI Department of Health Proveedores Valiosos, Con un nuevo año escolar en el horizonte, la Oficina de Cuidado Infantil del Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) está respondiendo muchas preguntas sobre el COVID-19 y la variante Delta. Gracias […]

Sending on behalf of the RI Department of Human Services’ Office of Child Care and RI Department of Health Valued Providers, With a new school year on the horizon, the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS)’ Office of Child Care is fielding many questions about the COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Thank you for […]