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Helping Seniors Bridge the Digital Divide

September 8, 2021 by Holly Abney

While keeping our senior residents mentally healthy and socially connected has been a prerogative throughout the COVID-19 pandemic for us here at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley, bridging the digital gap for residents has been an additional adventure we’ve proudly tackled. With gratitude to Verizon, NWBRV provided free internet access and Amazon Fire tablets to every resident… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: News, Resident Services

NWBRV and Levitt Amp-Teaching Students the Gravity of Music

August 25, 2021 by Holly Abney

Once again, NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley continues to broaden the musical horizons of Wooonsocket’s youth this season during the Summer Learning Initiative (SLI) summer program. In annual collaboration with the Levitt Music AMP Series, NeighborWorks Art and C3 Centers proudly welcomed two performing Gospel artists from the series to work with students during the week… Read more ⇒

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Teaching Kids to Listen to their Gut

August 10, 2021 by Holly Abney

Woonsocket Middle School students are learning some important lessons this summer here at NWBRV—most importantly, to always listen to their gut. NeighborWorks’ C3 Center continues to expand the hearts and minds of youth this season during the Summer Learning Initiative (SLI) summer program. Courses offered to enrolled students in grades 6-9 include music, art and… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: News, Resident Services, Youth Services

NeighborWorks Week 2021

June 7, 2021 by Holly Abney

NeighborWorks Week is here! Staff members at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley are in agreement that this year’s signature week holds special significance. If the last year and a half has left any lasting impressions on us here in Little Rhody, it’s the importance of personal relationships and community. Facing a global pandemic for the first… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: HomeOwnership Center, Millrace Kitchen, News, Real Estate Development, Resident Services

Summer Camp 2021 – Now Enrolling

June 7, 2021 by Holly Abney

After the year we’ve all had, who’s ready for a little fun in the sun with friends? NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley is excited to announce enrollment is open for our 2021 Summer Youth Programs! Here at NWBRV we recognize the intrinsic need for child development and college preparation for our youth. While working alongside families,… Read more ⇒

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Commit to a Year of Service – Join the Accessing Home Team

June 7, 2021 by Holly Abney

NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley‘s Accessing Home AmeriCorps program hits home on every level, for employees and program participants alike. The program, founded in 2015, addresses the state’s issue of affordable housing and helps low-middle income households secure and maintain safe and healthy homes. With a high percentage of Rhode Island’s renters struggling to make ends… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: News, Resident Services

Meet The NWBRV Team – Margaux Morisseau

April 26, 2021 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. For the past 17 years, I’ve been the Director… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Millrace Kitchen, News, Resident Services, Youth Services

Promoting Digital Inclusion for Seniors at The Meadows

April 1, 2021 by Holly Abney

Keeping senior residents mentally healthy and socially connected has been a prerogative throughout the COVID-19 pandemic for us here at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley. Thanks to Verizon, The University of Rhode Island and The Voice Advisors, we’ve effectively promoted digital inclusion for the seniors residing at The Meadows, an independent living community in North Smithfield,… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: News, Resident Services

NWBRV Resident Services-Turning Houses into Homes

March 1, 2021 by Holly Abney

While providing affordable housing to Northern Rhode Islanders is NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley’s unprecedented goal, the dedicated Resident Services staff help turn those houses into homes. NWBRV’s Resident Services team and the Office of Community Engagement are devoted to bringing residents together to make their communities remarkable places to live. Working alongside partners and funders,… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Advocacy, News, Resident Services

Thank you Family Service of RI

August 27, 2020 by Millie Lukens

Our independent living community in North Smithfield, The Meadows, was thrilled to be the recipient of the “Be Safe” Campaign. Launched in March by Family Service of Rhode Island, the “Be Safe” campaign provides items to help low income children, families and seniors “be safe” from the Coronavirus. We’re working in countless homes across Rhode… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: News, Resident Services

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