RIPIN

RIPIN

Non-profit Organizations

Warwick, Rhode Island 750 followers

Personal Support Built on Personal Experience

About us

Established in 1991, RIPIN helps thousands of Rhode Islanders every year turn challenging situations into opportunities to advocate for themselves and their loved ones. Peer professionals helping Rhode Islanders of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds get the support they need to thrive. RIPIN’s programs and services are rooted in the peer-to-peer model of support, education and empowerment, where a RIPIN peer with personal experience assists others as a mentor, advocate, and motivator. RIPIN has certified 67 employees as Community Health Worker(CHW), representing over 75% of certified CHWs in the state. With national recognition for its model, RIPIN’s peer CHWs are part of patient-centered medical home settings, physicians’ offices as well as primary and secondary educational settings across the state. RIPIN is headquartered in Warwick, RI. For more information visit http://www.ripin.org/

Website
https://www.ripin.org
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Warwick, Rhode Island
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
1991
Specialties
INFORM, ADVOCATE, SUPPORT, EMPOWER, and EDUCATE

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Employees at RIPIN

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    Join us for our upcoming webinar, "RI Medicaid Options for Children with Special Health Care Needs!" We'll cover available Medicaid programs and how to ensure continuous coverage. New this session: We’ll also discuss the EPSDT benefit, ensuring children get necessary health services. English session: October 21, 12:30–2:00 PM https://lnkd.in/esyGwARz Spanish session: October 23, 12:30–2:00 PM https://lnkd.in/earx9BJn ¡Únase a nosotros en nuestro seminario web, "Opciones de Medicaid en RI para niños con necesidades especiales de salud!" Cubriremos los programas de Medicaid disponibles y cómo garantizar una cobertura continua. Nuevo para esta sesión: También hablaremos sobre el beneficio de EPSDT, que asegura que los niños reciban los servicios de salud necesarios. Sesión en inglés: 21 de octubre, 12:30–2:00 PM https://lnkd.in/esyGwARz Sesión en español: 23 de octubre, 12:30–2:00 PM https://lnkd.in/earx9BJn

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    📢 October is National Bullying Prevention Month! Join us on Unity Day, October 16th, for a FREE webinar on “Bullying & Harassment for Students with Disabilities.” Learn how to recognize and address bullying, protect students’ rights, and advocate for a safe learning environment. 🌟 Register now! 📅 Spanish Session: 5:00-6:00 pm https://lnkd.in/eq9UNvdr 📅 English Session: 6:30-7:30 pm https://lnkd.in/ep-mTG-G 📢 ¡Octubre es el Mes Nacional de la Prevención del Acoso! Únete a nosotros en el Día de la Unidad, el 16 de octubre, para un seminario web GRATUITO sobre «Intimidación y acoso para estudiantes con discapacidades.» Aprenda a reconocer y abordar la intimidación, proteger los derechos de los estudiantes y abogar por un entorno de aprendizaje seguro. 🌟 ¡¡Regístrese ahora! 📅 Sesión en español: 5:00-6:00 pm https://lnkd.in/eq9UNvdr 📅 Sesión en inglés: 6:30-7:30 pm https://lnkd.in/ep-mTG-G

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    Join our self-direction "Partner Showcase" webinar on October 22nd at 6 PM to discover the support and resources offered by Advocates in Action and the Sherlock Center on Disabilities. ☑️ Advocates in Action (AinA): Rhode Island’s premiere self-advocacy organization, empowering people with developmental disabilities to advocate for themselves and engage with their communities. ☑️ Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities: Promotes inclusion and offers essential tools and resources to help individuals and families succeed in self-direction. 🔗 Registration is required. Save your spot today: https://lnkd.in/eKF_4TD3 #RIPIN #SelfDirection

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    Looking to enhance your facilitation skills and make a positive impact? Join this 2-part, in-person workshop series and learn how to: ✔️ Lead effective groups: Master the art of guiding discussions and fostering collaboration. ✔️ Communicate confidently: Improve your listening skills and express your ideas clearly. ✔️ Resolve conflicts effectively: Navigate challenging situations with grace and diplomacy. Don't miss this opportunity to level up your leadership skills. Register now for our Facilitation Skills! Workshops: https://conta.cc/3MA4wTK

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    🌟 ¡Únase a nosotros en la Conferencia de Soporte Autodirigido de RIPIN el 8 de Noviembre para un día de aprendizaje, conexión y comunidad! 🌟 Teniendo lugar en el Crowne Plaza en Warwick, este evento es la oportunidad perfecta para conectarse con otros en la comunidad de autodirección, compartir experiencias y obtener información valiosa. Prioridad de registro ya está abierto para las personas que auto-dirección, sus familias y sus profesionales de apoyo directo (DSP). Inscríbase aquí: https://lnkd.in/eD4Hnmks La inscripción general para profesionales y miembros de agencias asociadas se abre el 18 de octubre. #RIPIN #SoporteAutodirigido #Conferencia

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    ✨ Join us for an Introduction to Cedar! ✨ Are you a parent or caregiver of a child with special health care needs? The Cedar Family Center offers no-cost care coordination to help your family thrive. Watch our reel for a preview of how Cedar can support you! ✨ Join us on September 23rd at 12 PM or 6 PM on Zoom to learn more about our care coordination services. Don’t miss this opportunity—register today at https://bit.ly/3MwFZP9!

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    🌟 Join us at the RIPIN Self-Directed Support Conference on November 8th for a day of learning, connection, and community! 🌟 Taking place at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others in the self-direction community, share experiences, and gain valuable insights. Priority registration is NOW OPEN for individuals who self-direct, their families, and their Direct Support Professionals (DSP). Register here: https://lnkd.in/dhZEQjKu General registration for professionals and partner agency members opens on October 18th. #RIPIN #SelfDirectedSupport #Conference #DirectSupportProfessionals #SelfDirectionConference

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    🌟 Celebrating National CHW Awareness Week 2024! 🌟 RIPIN CHWs are not only the heart and soul of our communities but also powerful advocates for change. Their lived experiences and professional expertise position them as leaders in advocating for legislative priorities that directly impact Rhode Island's most vulnerable populations. 💪🤝 Our CHWs are vigilant in identifying disparities and opportunities within the system, ensuring their clients receive the support they need. Drawing from real-world challenges, they leverage their experiences to influence policy and advocate for essential changes. Together, we're championing the rights and needs of all Rhode Islanders, ensuring that every voice is heard and every person is supported. Rhode Island Department of Health #NACHWAW #CHWAwareness #CHWARI #NACHW #TeamRIPIN #CHWSinRI

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