The Office of the Child Advocate serves as the oversight agency to the Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families.
Rhode Island, USA
Joined January 2015
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RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
¿Busca empleo? Su próxima oportunidad puede estar a solo unos días.
10 de septiembre | 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
200 1st Ave., Cranston
Reúnase en persona con empleadores que están contratando. No se requiere inscripción previa.
bit.ly/wmri-jobfairs
#MiercolesDeFuerzaLaboral
RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
Job seekers: Your next opportunity could be a few days away.
We Make RI is hosting a Job Fair on Sept. 10, 10:30 AM–1 PM in Cranston.
Meet face-to-face with employers hiring now. No registration required.
Head to bit.ly/wmri-jobfairs for more info.
#WorkforceWednesdays
RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
Recovery happens together. Research shows meaningful human connection supports resilience, hope, and long-term recovery. Every connection can make a difference.
#RecoveryMonth2026
ALT The image is a flyer for National Recovery Month. It highlights different support resources: the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, Veterans Crisis Line, Disaster Distress Helpline, SAMHSA’s National Helpline, FindTreatment.gov, and FindSupport.gov. The background is purple with text emphasizing, "You are not alone. Recovery happens together.
RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
September is #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth, a powerful reminder that there are actions we can all take to look out for each other. 💙
All month, people nationwide unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. Learn more at afsp.org/nspm
Thank you to everyone who came out to support youth in care at the 11th Annual Duffle Bag Bash over the weekend! Many thanks to event sponsors, donors, and community members for coming together to support young people in care! 👏🫶
Today is the day - join us at the 11th Annual Duffle Bag Bash!! 🤗
The 11th Annual Duffle Bag Bash is one month away and we hope to see you there!
To register, visit: eventbrite.com/e/duffle-bag-…
Please join us this Sunday, August 9th!!
Join us Sunday, August 9th for the Duffle Bag Bash: a fun-filled family event in support of youth throughout Rhode Island! 💜
The cost of admission is simply a brand new rolling suitcase / duffle bag or a $25 gift card. To RSVP, visit Dufflebagbash2026.eventbrite….
The 11th Annual Duffle Bag Bash is one month away and we hope to see you there!
To register, visit: eventbrite.com/e/duffle-bag-…
RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
People from diverse backgrounds can face unique mental health challenges and stigmas. Let's work to break down these barriers and give everyone access to support that speaks your language, honors your background, and can respect your experiences. 🫂💙
🎨 Artwork by Jessica Molina
RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
Need career support, training programs or business help?
Register for the Ready.Set.Work! Career Activation Event in #WesterlyRI July 22, 10AM–2PM at @WesterlyEdCntr.
Meet employers, including @GDElectricBoat. Connect with #SkillsRI & @risbhub.
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RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
There is no health without mental health!
#MentalHealth is just as important as physical health. Asking for help is a normal part of life. You should never feel like you have to take on the world 🌎 alone. samhsa.gov/mental-health
RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
R.I. will see high temps the next few days. Stay cool and watch for heat illnesses: ** 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗵𝗮𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 — sweating, weakness, nausea (use wet towels, give cool water). ** 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲 - 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝟵𝟭𝟭: confusion/slurred speech, hot dry skin, rapid pulse.
A must read highlighting the robust advocacy of @JulieCasimiroRI and all she has accomplished for young people in state care!
A snippet from the article:
Casimiro won a shoutout from the Office of the Child Advocate for her work.
“Representative Julie Casimiro has been a steadfast champion for children, youth, and families involved in child welfare, youth justice, and children’s behavioral health in Rhode Island, demonstrating bold leadership and an unshakable commitment to those who need support the most," the office said in a statement.
They praised her "extraordinary legislative accomplishments and the lasting impact she has made on the lives of vulnerable children and families."
"Rhode Island’s children and families will benefit from her legacy of zealous advocacy and dedication for years to come,” they said.
Kids in state care get big wins from lawmakers. Here's what's changing providencejournal.com/story/…
Earlier this week, OCA staff participated in one of our favorite annual events, the 2026 Youth Summit, where we connected directly with young people, program staff, and service providers about the role of our office!
RI Office of the Child Advocate retweeted
BHDDH & URI are identifying gaps in substance use & mental health services in our state. If you or a loved one received, provided, or are interested in these services, please take our anonymous needs assessment survey. Scan the QR code or follow the link: uri.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/fo…
📢We are hiring!📢
For more information, please visit: ri.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-…
A must read! Thank you to @kmulvane for highlighting the Foster Care Youth Scholarship Program, the experiences of students in the program, Lisa Hoopis' strong engagement with students, and the critical need for educational supports for students with lived experience in state care!
From chaos to college, this RI program is a 'game changer' for foster kids providencejournal.com/story/… via @projo
