Rhode Island Department of Human Services

Rhode Island Department of Human Services Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Rhode Island Department of Human Services, Government Organization, 25 Howard Avenue (NOTE: This is the headquarters only. Our regional family centers around RI have staff available to help with specific cases. A complete list of sites can be found on our website. ), Cranston, RI.

Our Mission:
Through the compassionate delivery of critical safety net and other supportive services, we are committed to ensuring that individuals and families in RI have access to the supports they need to achieve their goals.

SUN Bucks is back! DHS will be disbursing a one-time benefit of $120 per eligible child the week of June 15 to help ensu...
06/11/2026

SUN Bucks is back! DHS will be disbursing a one-time benefit of $120 per eligible child the week of June 15 to help ensure kids continue to have access to nutritious meals during the summer months. Read the press release for more details. https://dhs.ri.gov/press-releases/dhs-issue-sun-bucks-benefits-week-june-15.

O programa SUN Bucks está de volta! O Departamento de Serviços Humanos (DHS) concederá um benefício único de US$ 120 por criança elegível na semana de 15 de junho para ajudar a garantir que as crianças continuem tendo acesso a refeições nutritivas durante os meses de verão. Leia o comunicado de imprensa para mais detalhes. https://dhs.ri.gov/press-releases/dhs-issue-sun-bucks-benefits-week-june-15.

¡Vuelve SUN Bucks! DHS repartirá una ayuda única de $120 por niño elegible la semana del 15 de junio, con el fin de garantizar que los niños sigan teniendo acceso a comidas nutritivas durante los meses de verano. Lea el comunicado de prensa para obtener más detalles. https://dhs.ri.gov/press-releases/dhs-issue-sun-bucks-benefits-week-june-15.

This week, DHS’s Zulma Valenzuela, Assistant Director of Administrative Services, and Adam Williams, Assistant Director ...
06/03/2026

This week, DHS’s Zulma Valenzuela, Assistant Director of Administrative Services, and Adam Williams, Assistant Director of Administrative Services, joined Gov. McKee and Rhode Island state leaders for a proclamation signing to celebrate Pride Month.

05/28/2026

Join EOHHS and our partners to learn more about our five-year effort to improve health across Rhode Island’s rural communities. Register for our upcoming Education Session happening on 5/29 at noon: https://bit.ly/RHTP-May29

This program is funded by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Learn more at the EOHHS website.

05/14/2026

🔵 Mental Health Action Day is THIS Thursday!

Gear up for a powerful livestream from your Rhode Island Office of Veterans Services — bringing you practical mental health strategies from local and national experts.

🗓 Thursday, May 14th
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Streaming LIVE on Rhode Island Office of Veterans Services Facebook

This week, DHS Director Kimberly Merolla-Brito joined legislative & community leaders at Right from the Start’s Strollin...
05/08/2026

This week, DHS Director Kimberly Merolla-Brito joined legislative & community leaders at Right from the Start’s Strolling Thunder to highlight the ongoing efforts to support and enhance child care access. We thank our partners and legislative leaders for their continued advocacy.

DHS Director Kimberly Merolla Brito, staff, and community partners came together on Thursday, April 23, to hold a ribbon...
04/24/2026

DHS Director Kimberly Merolla Brito, staff, and community partners came together on Thursday, April 23, to hold a ribbon cutting for the appointment-only Hazard Building Office, located at the Pastore Complex in Cranston. The new office has been opened since April 6 . “DHS continues to focus efforts on improved customer experience for those we serve,” said DHS Director Kimberly Merolla-Brito. “Improved access, shorter wait times, and better experiences is critical. This new office ensures our customers can come at a day and time that is convenient for them, while minimizing time on the phone or waiting in line.” To learn more: https://dhs.ri.gov/press-releases/ri-dhs-open-appointment-only-office-cranstons-hazard-building

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25 Howard Avenue (NOTE: This Is The Headquarters Only. Our Regional Family Centers Around RI Have Staff Available To Help With Specific Cases. A Complete List Of Sites Can Be Found On Our Website. )
Cranston, RI
02920

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