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RIPIN Turns 35

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We help Rhode Islanders navigate health care, special education, and healthy aging. Our team of peer professionals have personal experience caring for a loved one with special needs—allowing us to connect with our clients and provide the personal support they need to thrive.

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1 in 4 adults age 65+ falls every year—but falling 1 in 4 adults age 65+ falls every year—but falling doesn’t have to be part of aging.
RIPIN is offering a free, 90-day Falls Prevention Program for Rhode Island residents age 60+, with personalized support from trained Community Health Workers. Take steps today to stay safe, strong, and independent. Visit ripin.org/fallsprevention to learn more!
For 35 years, client voices have shaped our work. For 35 years, client voices have shaped our work.  This April, we’re highlighting lived experiences in Health & Self‑Management — because sometimes a few words say what programs can’t.

#RIPIN #35Storiesfor35Years
This April, for the Month of the Military Child, w This April, for the Month of the Military Child, we are highlighting the small heroes with big hearts who navigate military life alongside their families.

RIPIN is proud to join the Purple Up! movement to honor the resilience and sacrifices of these young heroes. As a nonprofit committed to support, advocacy, and empowerment, we stand steadfastly beside military families as they navigate disability, health care, and education systems in Rhode Island.

#PurpleUp #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild
We are still buzzing from the energy of the RIPIN We are still buzzing from the energy of the RIPIN Self-Directed Support Conference held on March 20th!

To our attendees: Thank you for your passion and for sharing your lived experiences. You are the heart of this movement. To the professionals and supporters: Thank you for your dedication to expanding choice and autonomy for individuals and families. Your expertise and commitment are what make progress possible.

We look forward to many more opportunities to grow this community together. Stay tuned for upcoming initiatives and resources: 🔗 Visit: ripin.org/selfdirectedsupport

#RIPIN #SelfDirectedSupport
🎉 You’re invited! Join us as we celebrate 35 years 🎉 You’re invited! Join us as we celebrate 35 years of community at RIPIN’s Birthday Party on Saturday, May 30 from 5:30–8 PM at the Providence Children’s Museum.

Enjoy a fun, inclusive evening with games, activities, and community partners—all with full access to the museum. This event is for everyone in our community, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.

Free to attend. Donations welcome.
RSVP: givebutter.com/RIPINBirthdayParty
In our 35th year, we’re celebrating stories of emp In our 35th year, we’re celebrating stories of empowerment. April’s theme is Healthy Aging, and Deborah’s story shows how education and support can transform how someone manages chronic pain — physically and emotionally.

#RIPIN #35Storiesfor35Years
As part of RIPIN’s 35th anniversary, we’re sharing As part of RIPIN’s 35th anniversary, we’re sharing stories that highlight how RIPIN helps Rhode Islanders build skills, find support, and take control of their health and well‑being.

This month’s focus: Healthy Aging

Watch how Henrine found tools, confidence, and community — gaining skills that helped her reclaim control over her well‑being.

#RIPIN #35Storiesfor35Years
Since 2017, RIPIN has had 885,000+ interactions wi Since 2017, RIPIN has had 885,000+ interactions with Rhode Islanders seeking help with healthcare, special education, and disability services. That’s 885,000 moments where someone didn’t have to figure it out alone. 

And that’s only since we started counting. RIPIN has been serving Rhode Islanders since 1991. Imagine how many lives we’ve impacted in 35 years — and how many more we will.

Today is #401Gives. If you believe every Rhode Islander deserves steady support, we invite you to give.

🔗 401gives.org/organizations/ripin (or link in bio)
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