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Rhode Island Works

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undefined Rhode Island Works?

The Department of Human Services' Rhode Island Works Program, formerly called the Family Independence Program (FIP), offers temporary cash assistance, child care assistance, transportation and employment services, such as barrier migration, education, job training and/or employment. This program is available for pregnant women and adults with children under age 18 (or under age 19 if child is a full-time student). The goal of the program is to build up families through supportive services, education and training so that they can enter a pathway to economic independence. DHS contracts with vendors statewide to provide intensive case management services to our RI Works families.

The Department of Human Services' Rhode Island Works Program, formerly called the Family Independence Program (FIP), offers temporary cash assistance, child care assistance, transportation and employment services, such as barrier migration, education, job training and/or employment. This program is available for pregnant women and adults with children under age 18 (or under age 19 if child is a full-time student). The goal of the program is to build up families through supportive services, education and training so that they can enter a pathway to economic independence. DHS contracts with vendors statewide to provide intensive case management services to our RI Works families.

undefined Rhode Island Works?

To be eligible for Rhode Island Works, you must be a resident of Rhode Island, and a U.S. citizen, legal alien or qualified alien. You must be unemployed or underemployed and have low or very low income. You must also be one of the following:

  • Have a child 18 years of age or younger, or
  • Be pregnant, or
  • Be 18 years of age or younger and the head of your household.

undefined Rhode Island Works?

To apply, contact your local DHS Office. You will need to complete an application and provide proof of identity, income, assets/resources and expenses.

Rhode Island Works Program

For more information, visit the RI Works Program Information page. 

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1-401-462-5300

1-855-697-4347

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