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Westerly Area Rest and Meals (WARM)

56 Spruce Street
Westerly, RI 02891

(401) 596-9276

http://www.warmshelter.org

Description:

Homeless shelter for single adults, 18+ providing case management and informal counseling. Mandatory and random substance abuse testing.

Setup:
19 beds total
Limited handicap accessibility

Services Available:
Case Management
Crisis intervention
Domestic violence support and education
Mental health/Substance abuse support
Health assessments
Housing placement
Vocation/education

Meals:
Lunch and dinner provided
Snacks available
Breakfast prepared by guest
Meal can be saved or packed for a working guest

Important Policies:

Curfew: 8:00PM
Duration of stay: Night to Night
Rent is not required
Medications locked in staff's office
Outdoor designated smoking areas available
Drug/alcohol free environment
Must follow care plan
For referral to Harvest Homes transitional housing program for homeless families, contact Aryana Husky at
401-596-9276 x110

Primary Services:

Christmas Meals [Show Definition Details]
Description
CHRISTMAS MEAL 2018: Dec. 24th and Dec. 25th Lunch for residents only!
Hours
Mon,Dec. 24th 5:30PM - 6:30PM; Tue, Dec. 25th 5:30PM - 6:30PM Lunch: For residents only
Eligibility
All
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Walk-in
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
Rhode Island
Telephone Numbers
- Type: Fax
  Name: Fax
  Number: 401-596-7193
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Clothing [Show Definition Details]
Special Notes/Funding
Attire For Hire
Description
Provide low-income individuals and community members going on job interviews with work appropriate clothing (including shoes, coats, accessories) free of charge.
Hours
Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 9:00AM-2:00PM
Required Documents
Completed client referral form
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Must be referred
Service Area
Westerly Area
Geography Served
Rhode Island
Washington
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Disaster Relief/Recovery Organizations [Show Definition Details]
Description
- Soup Kitchen - Homeless shelter for single adults, 18+ unless with family. Case management, informal counseling. Mandatory and random substance abuse testing. - Attire for Hire satellite location
Hours
Mon-Sat 9:00AM-7:00PM, shelter open 6:00PM - 8:00AM; Soup Kitchen: Daily 12:00PM to 1:00PM and 5:30PM to 6:30PM
Eligibility
Clean and sober
Intake Procedure
Interview
Languages
French
Service Area
Washington County, RI and New London County, CT
Geography Served
Rhode Island
Washington
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Homeless Shelter [Show Definition Details]
Description
19 beds total, 12 mens, 6 womens, separate restrooms, washer/dryer. Limited handicap accessibility. Services Available: Case Management Crisis intervention Domestic violence support and education Mental health/Substance abuse support Health assessments Housing placement Vocation/education Meals: Lunch and dinner provided Snacks available Breakfast prepared by guest Meal can be saved or packed for a working guest Important Policies: Curfew: 8:00PM Duration of stay: Night to Night Rent is not required Medications locked in staff's office Outdoor designated smoking areas available Drug/alcohol free environment Must follow care plan For referral to Harvest Homes transitional housing program for homeless families, contact Aryana Husky at 401-596-9276 x110
Hours
24/7, Intake: Mon-Sun 8:30AM-6:30PM, Curfew: 8:00PM
Required Documents
One (1) form of personal ID BCI Applicants with backgrounds in arson, crimes against children, assault with weapons, or sexual assault crimes will not be accepted Health information Medication must be reported
Eligibility
Single adults, Male or female 18+
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Mon-Sun 8:30AM-6:30PM Assessment and drug test upon intake
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
Rhode Island
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Individual Counseling [Show Definition Details]
Description
Guidance in accessing needed services, or funds, for their particular situation, such as assistance with rents, utilities, or prescription costs. Families are provided with information on local food pantries, vouchers for non-food items and referrals to other agencies.
Hours
Mon-Sat 9:00AM-7:00PM
Eligibility
Clean and sober
Intake Procedure
Interview
Languages
French
Service Area
Washington County, RI and New London County, CT
Geography Served
Rhode Island
Washington
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Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing [Show Definition Details]
Description
WARM provides five separate, individual rooms of long-term transitional housing. This program, known as WARM-Up, occupies the same building â but not the same floor â as the shelter. Participants in this program may stay up to two years. WARM Supportive Homes provides permanent housing to six disabled individuals and two families with disabled adult members. We provide a safe, supportive environment, and thorough case management.
Hours
24/7
Eligibility
Must work or volunteer full-time, remain alcohol and drug free, follow house rules, meet with their peers and staff at a weekly meeting and submit to random alcohol/drug testing.
Fees
portion of income paid as rent
Intake Procedure
Walk-in for information or contact by phone
Service Area
Washington County
Geography Served
Rhode Island
Washington
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Senior Centers [Show Definition Details]
Description
- Soup Kitchen: Noon - 1pm and 5:30pm - 6:30pm, seven days per week - Homeless shelter for single adults, 18+ unless with family. Case management, informal counseling. Mandatory and random substance abuse testing. - Attire for Hire satellite location VOAD Contact: Bob Shea e-mail bshea@warmshelter.org Dale Naehr e-mail dnaehr@warmshelter.org
Hours
9am - 7pm, M - Sa, shelter open 6:00PM - 8:00AM
Eligibility
Clean and sober
Intake Procedure
Interview
Languages
French
Service Area
Washington County, RI and New London County, CT
Geography Served
Serves All Areas
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Soup Kitchens [Show Definition Details]
Description
Soup Kitchen is served at 54 Spruce Street, near UBS (Oak St.) and Immaculate Conception Church (Narragansett Ave.)
Hours
Mon-Sun 12:00PM to 1:00PM and 5:30PM to 6:30PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Westerly Resident
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Walk-in; To be scheduled to serve or cook in the soup kitchen please call 401-596-9276, ext. 113 to speak with the Volunteer Coordinator.
Service Area
Westerly
Geography Served
Rhode Island
Washington
Westerly
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Thanksgiving Meals [Show Definition Details]
Description
Thanksgiving Meal: 2018 Traditional sit down dinner; Lunch for residents only!
Hours
Thursday, November 22nd, 5:30PM-6:30PM; Lunch for residents only!
Eligibility
All
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Walk-in
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
Rhode Island
Telephone Numbers
- Type: Fax
  Name: Fax
  Number: 401-596-7193
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VITA Programs - [Temporarily Unavailable] [Show Definition Details]
Special Notes/Funding
VITA 2021 - Appointment Only
Description
Registered Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site: Staff of Volunteer tax preparers are IRS trained, tested, and certified to help people who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit program receive the tax credits they deserve. THIS IS A FREE SERVICE. You must bring a copy of your previous year's return, all financial statements pertaining to tax year 2020, your social security card, and a picture ID.
Hours
Feb 1-April 15: Mon, Thu 4:30PM-7:30PM, Tue 8:00AM-12:00PM, Wed 11:00AM-1:00PM, Friday 8:00AM-1:00PM
Required Documents
Valid Proof of identification Original Social Security Card(s) for self, spouse and all dependents All 2020 W-2 & 1099 forms Copy of 2019 Federal Tax Return if possible Child and Dependent Care Expense For direct deposit bring a check or savings account number with routing number
Eligibility
Earned $57,000 or less in 2020 To qualify for Property Tax Relief Credit (please note it is total household size and total household income): An individual must be (all of the qualifiers below) - Elderly or disabled - Receive Social Security Benefits - Lived in RI all of 2020 - Lived in an apartment or home subject to property tax. The person can receive up to $365.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
By appointment only, call Erin Metcalf 401-596-9276
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
None
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General Information

Hours:

24/7
Intake Mon-Sun 8:30AM-6:30PM
Curfew 8:00PM
VITA 2021: Feb 1-April 15: Mon, Thu 4:30PM-7:30PM, Tue 8:00AM-12:00PM, Wed 11:00AM-1:00PM, Friday 8:00AM-1:00PM

Intake Process:

Assessment and drug test upon intake
VITA 2021: By appointment only, call Erin Metcalf 401-596-9276

Program Fees:

Varies by Program

Eligibility:

Single Adults, Male or Female 18+

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Accessibility:

Limited accessibility

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