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NWBRV Accessing Home AmeriCorps Faces Threat of Closure

NWBRV Accessing Home AmeriCorps Faces Threat of Closure

May 5, 2025 by Holly Abney

Since 1993, AmeriCorps has been at the forefront of national and community service. Over the last thirty years, AmeriCorps has brought people together, connecting individuals and organizations to help communities tackle their toughest challenges. They are home currently to over 200,000 members and volunteers in organizations dedicated to strengthening their communities, nationwide. AmeriCorps is THE… Read more ⇒

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Meet The NWBRV Team – Payton Morse

Meet The NWBRV Team – Payton Morse

April 30, 2025 by Holly Abney

We’re so lucky at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley to have a staff of hardworking, committed team-players who work tirelessly at our mission of building affordable housing and enriching community life. In this series, you’ll get to know the people behind the work. Tell us about yourself. Hello! My name is Payton Morse. I am a… Read more ⇒

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Citizens Bank Cleans Up Woonsocket This Spring

Citizens Bank Cleans Up Woonsocket This Spring

April 25, 2025 by Holly Abney

We were thrilled this month to team up with Citizens Bank for a joint landscaping-spring clean up project at our Front Street Location, as well as properties in the Constitution Hill neighborhood! A large component of our mission here at NWBRV centers not only around qualifying for homeownership, but being prepared to maintain your home… Read more ⇒

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The Magic Behind The Maintenance–Meet Clarissa Sanchez

The Magic Behind The Maintenance–Meet Clarissa Sanchez

April 15, 2025 by Holly Abney

We’re so lucky at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley to have a staff of hardworking, committed team-players who work tirelessly at our mission of building affordable housing and enriching community life. We wanted to take time this month to sit down with one of our highly motivated maintenance technicians for Maloney Properties, Clarissa Sanchez. Clarissa, who… Read more ⇒

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Meet The NWBRV Board – Ambrea Allen

April 13, 2025 by Holly Abney

We’re so lucky at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley to have a Board of Directors comprised of hardworking, committed team-players who work tirelessly at our mission of building affordable housing and enriching community life. In this series, you’ll get to know the people behind the NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley Board. Let’s get to know current board… Read more ⇒

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Meet The NWBRV Team – Jasmin Resto

Meet The NWBRV Team – Jasmin Resto

April 1, 2025 by Holly Abney

We’re so lucky at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley to have a staff of hardworking, committed team-players who work tirelessly at our mission of building affordable housing and enriching community life. In this series, you’ll get to know the people behind the work. Tell us about yourself. Hello! My name is Jasmin and I am the… Read more ⇒

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Navigating Loss, Embracing Life: The Grief Recovery Method at The Meadows

Navigating Loss, Embracing Life: The Grief Recovery Method at The Meadows

March 20, 2025 by Holly Abney

Out of all the things we’re proud of here in Woonsocket, how we support our elderly population residing at The Meadows, an independent living community located in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, has to be at the top of our list. Our list of programs benefitting the seniors in our community is growing by the day…. Read more ⇒

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Armchair Travel in Motion at The Meadows-Canada Day!

Armchair Travel in Motion at The Meadows-Canada Day!

March 19, 2025 by Holly Abney

Our seniors residing at The Meadows, an independent living community located in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, are consistently provided with engagement opportunities. We are thrilled to be currently offering “Armchair Travel” opportunities to our residents! “The Meadows enjoys a rich Canadian culture of residents,” Resident Service Coordinator Lucy Goulet shared. “It was a time to… Read more ⇒

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Celebrating AmeriCorps Week 2025 at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley with Accessing Home Member Christa Abatiello

Celebrating AmeriCorps Week 2025 at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley with Accessing Home Member Christa Abatiello

March 17, 2025 by Holly Abney

Another successfulAmeriCorps Week is in the books! Every year at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley we look forward to celebrating the tremendous impact that AmeriCorps service has had on our employees and organization. We’re incredibly fortunate to have such a rich history under our belt–from those who have served locally with the agency, to those who… Read more ⇒

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Accessing Home: Where Experience and Empathy Create Measurable Change

Accessing Home: Where Experience and Empathy Create Measurable Change

March 9, 2025 by Holly Abney

Since launching in 2016, NWBRV’s Accessing Home AmeriCorps program has supported low to moderate income families across Rhode Island find and keep safe, healthy, affordable homes. This important work happens through thoughtful partnerships with affordable housing providers, and, most importantly, through a team of dedicated AmeriCorps members who bring not just skills, but empathy and… Read more ⇒

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