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Young Adults Face the Largest Gap in Substance Use Treatment


01-22-2026

Substance use treatment remains out of reach for many people who need it, but young adults experience the greatest barriers. In 2024, only about one in nine young adults ages 18 to 25 who needed substance use treatment actually received care.

Recovery Day at the Capital


01-22-2026

Recovery Day at the Capitol is an opportunity to learn, connect, and engage in conversations that shape recovery support across Rhode Island.

Welcoming Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC) Providence as a Rhode Island Recovery Friendly Workplace


01-16-2026

We are excited to welcome Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC) Providence as our newest Recovery Friendly Workplace.

Grant Writer


01-15-2026

POSITION TITLE: Grant Writer

PROGRAM: Development 

FULL TIME Full Time 

SALARY RANGE: $55,000.00 - $68,385.59

Why Workplaces Matter in Substance Use Disorder Treatment


01-14-2026

Substance use disorders affect people across all industries and job types, making workplaces an important part of the solution.

Community Care Alliance Recertified as a Recovery Friendly Workplace


12-10-2025

Rhode Island’s Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) initiative is proud to recognize Community Care Alliance (CCA) on their recertification as a Recovery Friendly Workplace.

The Jane Adams Resource Center Joins Rhode Island’s Recovery Friendly Workplace Network


12-08-2025

Rhode Island’s Recovery Friendly Workplace movement continues to grow, and today we’re thrilled to celebrate a new partner committed to supporting recovery, wellness, and community strength: The Jane Adams Resource Center.

Westbay Community Action Joins Rhode Island’s Recovery Friendly Workplace Network


12-04-2025

Rhode Island’s Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) initiative is proud to welcome Westbay Community Action as one of the state’s newest organizations committed to supporting recovery, wellbeing, and long-term community health.

Welcoming Bodega on Smith: A New Chapter in Community, Compassion, and Recovery


12-01-2025

We are thrilled to announce that Bodega on Smith has joined the ranks of Rhode Island’s newest Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative (RFWs) — a meaningful designation for a business deeply rooted in community, hospitality, and inclusion.

Gateway: Leading the Way as a Recovery Friendly Workplace


11-20-2025

We’re proud to recognize Gateway as one of Rhode Island’s newest Recovery Friendly Workplaces. This designation highlights their commitment to fostering a workplace culture that supports wellness, recovery, and overall employee well-being.