COVID-19 Resources

We understand that the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic go beyond physical ailments. You or other members of your family may feel alone, scared or overwhelmed. Below are links of community resources that may be helpful to you during this challenging time.

As always, you can also reach out to Barrington Pediatric Associates with any questions or concerns. We are here for you.

For information on additional resources in Rhode Island, click here…

Community Resources

Behavioral Health

BH Link
– 24/7 support to Rhode Islanders 18+ experiencing mental health and substance use crises
or for adults experiencing any mental health or substance use crisis that may be made
worse by COVD-19 pandemic.
– 24/7 Crises Line: 401-414-5465
– 24/7 Text Line: 741741
BH Kid’s Link
– 24/7 support for those under 18: 855-543-5465

SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
– 24/7 national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for those in
emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
– Text: “TalkWithUs” to 66746
– Website: www.disasterdistress.samhsa.gov

Domestic Violence/ Child Safety

Child Protective Services 24/7 hotline: 1-800-742-4453 (1-800-RICHILD)
Investigators are able to conduct home visits on a case-by-case basis.

RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence (RICADV)

- 24/7 hotline: 1-800-949-8100
- 8am – 9pm online chat www.ricadv.org/en/get-help

FOOD

RI FOOD BANK- https://rifoodbank.org/find-food

Grab & Go Lunches/ Food Site for Children: https://health.ri.gov/diseases/ncov2019/about/foodsites/

Health Insurance

Updated Healthsource RI info: www.healthsourceri.com

RIPIN Healthcare Advocates: https://ripin.org/services/services/#callcenter

- The RIPIN Call Center offers free support to any Rhode Islander who needs help accessing healthcare, health insurance, or special education for children with disabilities.