State and Local Education Resources for Rhode Island

The Postsecondary Education Programs Network (PEPNet) provides resources, information, in-service training, and technical assistance for postsecondary institutions to improve existing services or to establish new services for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

Supports the development of family-centered services by being a resource of information and technical assistance to individuals with disabilities, their families, their advocates and those who provide services to them.

Information about programs and services for students with disabilities.

Provides information about new programs and services and important issues, trends and ideas for people with developmental disabilities in Rhode Island.

A guide to benefits, supports and services for families raising children with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities in Rhode Island. Document is in Word format.

Provides programs and services to help individuals with disabilities choose, find and keep employment.

Nonprofit organization that works with communities, schools, associations and agencies throughout the state to to inform, educate, support and empower all families to be equal partners in advocacy for the education, health, and socioeconomic well being of their children.

Provides eligible individuals with visual impairments the opportunities and support that will enable them to become independent, active self-sustaining members of their community. Services include vocational training and job development and placement.