With all the focus on COVID-19, a lot of people are wondering how they can protect themselves and their children from illness in general. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that Americans should wash their hands, avoid close contact with people outside their home, and to wear face coverings when they do… Read more ⇒
Meet a Neighbor – Camryn
This week, we chatted with Greenridge resident and student in the Greenridge after school program, Camryn (8 y/o). Tell us about yourself I love to bake. Love, love, love to bake. I used to have an easy bake oven, and I used to make brownies, muffins, and little cakes a lot. I love to read, and I’ve been reading… Read more ⇒
Shopping Local during COVID-19
Since stay-at-home orders were issued, people around the country have been looking for safe ways to get basic goods and get their hands on desired items. Online marketplaces such as Instacart and Amazon are being overwhelmed by the amount of orders they are receiving. Amazon is even discouraging shopping for non-essential items on its platform…. Read more ⇒
Resources for Distance Learning
As our public officials and communities grapple with containing COVID-19, children and caregivers are dealing with an entirely new hurdle: distance learning. Below you will find practical information and resources on supporting your kids with distance learning, keeping them healthy, and talking to them about COVID-19 as the situation evolves. Check here for a comprehensive… Read more ⇒
COVID-19 Resources
With things changing on a daily, if not hourly basis, NWBRV will continue to update the list of Northern Rhode Island-area housing, financial, food, and healthcare resources for individuals dealing with COVID-19. Last updated – 5/20/2020 @ 3:38 pm Important Information There is a lot of misinformation circulating around the coronavirus (COVID-19). It is extremely… Read more ⇒
Youth Program Journeys through Time
What better way to spend February Vacation than by taking a trip through time? Well that’s just what the youth from Greenridge Commons did. Through a partnership with Woonsocket’s Museum of Work and Culture, students got to experience life in Woonsocket in the 19th and 20th centuries. The Museum is dedicated to ensuring access for… Read more ⇒
