Tri-County Community Action Agency

01/23/2026

Tri-County programs will be closed on Monday, 1/26 due to anticipated severe weather conditions. Our staff have begun reaching out to patients and clients to reschedule Monday's appointments, or you may contact the agency at 401-351-2750 to reschedule.

01/23/2026

Some SNAP recipients will see changes to work requirements starting this March. Information about the changes can be found at https://staycovered.ri.gov/updates-news/snap-updates

01/21/2026

Frigid, snowy weather may be on the way for Rhode Island. Start preparing early to be sure you're ready! Don't forget to check on your family members and neighbors - especially the elderly or those with mobility issues. Finally, bring those fur babies inside!

With the potential for impactful wintry weather on the rise for the end of the week for many of you from the Rockies to the East Coast, it's wise to ask: Are you prepared for a winter storm? If the forecast calls for winter weather in YOUR area (visit weather.gov to see), begin preparing NOW. Don’t wait until the last minute. weather.gov/safety/winter-before

01/21/2026

The January edition of the Tri-County Connector newsletter is out! Click the link below to access the full newsletter.

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12/23/2025

Tri-County CAA will close at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, December 24th (Christmas Eve) so that our staff may enjoy the holiday with family and friends. We will remain closed on Thursday, December 25th, and will reopen for regular hours on Friday, December 26th.

12/18/2025

Heavy winds and rain are expected for Friday, 12/19. Secure those holiday decorations, and report any power outages.

12/17/2025

An entire DUMP TRUCK FULL OF TOYS arrived at Tri-County today! 🤯

This unbelievably generous donation from the members of the Greystone Social Club of North Providence will ensure that over 75 local children will have an amazing Christmas morning. For the second year, the Greystone Social Club has partnered with Tri-County for the "Adopt-a-Family" holiday giving program, and we are so thankful for every member who has adopted a family into their hearts this season. From our hearts to yours, THANK YOU ❤️💚❤️

A special THANK YOU to Oakcrest Landscaping for filling up their dumptruck sleigh and delivering all those toys! 🎅

12/12/2025

Amazing evening! The Town of Johnston steps up for kids in need this holiday season!

Thank you to every family that donated toys for our neighbors. We are so grateful 🥰
https://www.johnstonsunrise.net/news/toy-drive-at-bar-101-an-outpouring-of-generosity/article_b3301fbd-0c29-495c-905f-43ee1e0cab5c.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawOpMlpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMdHppNUxBeXRKRW1HbmRJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjc5z4rNB65dDu-7W0ulmcvL4ZCQMZ4b0aj_9sx396jbK19U4FnbAP8PzrRN_aem_4TXfcpHjqCZOzRgxqhG-RQ

The community gathered in a generous spirit for children in need this holiday season at a toy drive on Saturday at Bar 101 on Atwood Avenue to benefit Tri-County Community

12/08/2025

The Cuddles of Hope Foundation is holding its annual holiday toy drive, benefitting the Tri-County Pediatric & Family Dental Center! New, unwrapped toys may be dropped off during business hours to Tri-County Pediatric & Family Dental Centers located at 1126 Hartford Ave., Johnston, or 1637 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence. 🥰

Monetary donatations may be made by scanning the QR code below. Donations will be used to purchase new toys for children in need. 🎁

12/05/2025

Check out the Johnston Sun Rise article highlighting a toy drive benefiting Tri-County! With unwavering support from the Town of Johnston, RI, Mayor Polisena, Senator Andrew R. Dimitri, District 25, Johnston, and Bar 101: Keepin' It Simple. Tri-County CAA will distribute hundreds of toys to local children in need this holiday season! 🎅

When community comes together, we make the season brighter for every child. ✨

There's still time to donate! Every toy makes a difference. If you’re able, please consider picking up an extra gift during your next shopping trip and dropping it off to collection locations throughout the Town of Johnston, including community partners Bar 101, Brewed Awakenings, Luigi’s, Ember and Ash Cigar, Latte Love and D. Palmieri’s Bakery. Toy donations are being accepted through December 20th. 🎁

Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr., along with state Sen. Andrew Dimitri, Town Councilwoman Lauren Garzone and John Bevilacqua Jr., in partnership with Bar 101 owner Pete Mateo, will host their annual

12/01/2025

We are so excited to partner again this year with Bar 101: Keepin' It Simple. and Senator Andrew R. Dimitri, District 25, Johnston to provide toys to local children in need this Christmas. Please consider donating a new, unwrapped toy this holiday season. Every child should experience the magic of the holidays 🎅

That time of year again, please join us for the second annual Johnston Toy Drive !

Myself, Mayor Polisena, Representative Fellela, Councilwoman Garzone and John Bevilacqua, Esq have teamed up with Bar 101: Keepin' It Simple. and Tri-County Community Action Agency to help local families give their kids a great Christmas.

While the official party at Bar 101 is December 6th, our local business partners will be accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys to benefit local families in our community from now through December 20th. Please stop in one of our participating businesses below and make a donation.

Special thank you to our community partners:
Brewed Awakenings Coffee House(Johnston)
Luigi’s Restaurant
Ember and Ash Cigar
Latte Love Coffee House(Johnston)
D Palmieri’s Bakery

We delivered hundreds of toys to local families last year and are looking forward to making this year an even bigger success and seeing you all at the party

11/25/2025

Tri-County will be closed on Thursday, 11/27 and Friday, 11/28 in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday. All programs will reopen on Monday, 12/1.

Wishing you all a happy, and safe Thanksgiving! 🦃