Need help? Scroll down to learn more about how the Coordinated Entry team can help connect you with emergency shelter, housing and supportive services.

How can I get help?

If you are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless, please contact
401-277-4316 or visit www.rihomeless.org/ces

By doing so, you will be connected with the Coordinated Entry Call Center, which is responsible for helping neighbors in need connect with emergency shelter*, housing and resources.

The hotline is staffed 7 days a week (including major holidays) weekdays from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. and weekends 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

*Please note that shelter is not guaranteed.

What is Coordinated Entry?

Coordinated Entry is a standardized assessment and referral process that helps rapidly end each household's homelessness by connecting them with appropriate shelter, housing and resources as quickly as possible.

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