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Department of Health

The Rhode Island Department of Health aims to prevent disease and to protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode

Grants.gov

This website is the source to find and apply for federal grants. Grants.gov does not provide personal financial

Federal Money

Barbara Floersh, 2013 This article in The Nonprofit Times discusses strategy and resources for competitive federal grant proposals. The author discusses the importance of research and planning while providing steps

Not a Harmless Drug: Prevention and Treatment of Marijuana Addiction

Rhode Island Student Assistance Services 2013 Conference Dr. Kevin Hill’s presentation slides: reviews common issues related to marijuana such as its potential to be harmful and its addiction potential.  He

Drug Free Communities Support Program

Office of National Drug Control Policy This federal grant program provides funding to community-based coalitions that organize to prevent youth substance

Public Health Toolkits

Health Resources in Action These toolkits aim to aid community health assessment, community health improvement planning, and health impact

Dying to Try It & Don’t Have Time for Pain

Rhode Island Student Assistance Services 2013 Conference Dr. John Femino’s presentation slides: the prevalence of chronic pain in adolescents and adults; the genetic vulnerability and risk for addiction; and public

Preventing Suicide: A Toolkit for High School Students

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration This publication assists high schools and school districts in designing and implementing strategies to prevent suicide and promote behavioral health. It includes tools

Crossing the Cultural Divide: Working with Latino Youth and their Families

Rhode Island Student Assistance Services 2013 Conference Dr. Lynn Hernandez’s presentation slides: a summary of national and Rhode Island data regarding alcohol and drug use and their associated risks among

Family Checkup: Positive Parenting Prevents Drug Abuse

National Institute on Drug Abuse This guide outlines practices that make for positive “family checkups”. Topics addressed include communication, encouragement, negotiation, setting limits, supervision, and knowing your child’s