RIPIN
@weareripin.bsky.social
Peer professionals helping Rhode Islanders of all abilities, ages, and
backgrounds get the support they need to thrive. ripin.org
backgrounds get the support they need to thrive. ripin.org
Healthcare costs are climbing, and families are feeling it. Grateful to have Shamus Durac @shamusd.bsky.social representing RIPIN and urging action to protect coverage and access for all Rhode Islanders.
Advocates warn of 'significant time bomb' with healthcare barriers
Advocates urged regulators Monday to focus on health care coverage access during the National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ meeting.
insurancenewsnet.com
December 10, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Healthcare costs are climbing, and families are feeling it. Grateful to have Shamus Durac @shamusd.bsky.social representing RIPIN and urging action to protect coverage and access for all Rhode Islanders.
Your support keeps RIPIN’s services strong. From helping families navigate school meetings, to guiding individuals through complex health insurance questions, to connecting older adults with programs that help them age with confidence. This #GivingTuesday, help us keep RI supported: RIPIN.org/donate
December 2, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Your support keeps RIPIN’s services strong. From helping families navigate school meetings, to guiding individuals through complex health insurance questions, to connecting older adults with programs that help them age with confidence. This #GivingTuesday, help us keep RI supported: RIPIN.org/donate
RIPIN is built on lived experience and community connection — and your support strengthens both.
This #GivingTuesday, help us keep Rhode Islanders informed, empowered, and supported across every stage of life. Give at RIPIN.org/donate.🩵
This #GivingTuesday, help us keep Rhode Islanders informed, empowered, and supported across every stage of life. Give at RIPIN.org/donate.🩵
December 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
RIPIN is built on lived experience and community connection — and your support strengthens both.
This #GivingTuesday, help us keep Rhode Islanders informed, empowered, and supported across every stage of life. Give at RIPIN.org/donate.🩵
This #GivingTuesday, help us keep Rhode Islanders informed, empowered, and supported across every stage of life. Give at RIPIN.org/donate.🩵
Thankful for our Rhode Island community today and every day. Wishing you a peaceful Thanksgiving.
RIPIN will be closed November 27–28.
RIPIN will be closed November 27–28.
November 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Thankful for our Rhode Island community today and every day. Wishing you a peaceful Thanksgiving.
RIPIN will be closed November 27–28.
RIPIN will be closed November 27–28.
This 2026 Self-Directed Support Conference brings together individuals, families, caregivers, DSPs, and professionals for learning, connection, and real-world resources. Registration opens Jan 2 for self-directing individuals, families & DSPs, and Feb 2 for professionals
https://ow.ly/UoCI50XrQO1
https://ow.ly/UoCI50XrQO1
November 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM
This 2026 Self-Directed Support Conference brings together individuals, families, caregivers, DSPs, and professionals for learning, connection, and real-world resources. Registration opens Jan 2 for self-directing individuals, families & DSPs, and Feb 2 for professionals
https://ow.ly/UoCI50XrQO1
https://ow.ly/UoCI50XrQO1
RIPIN honors and thanks all veterans, active duty service members, and military families for their service and sacrifice. We are proud to support military families navigating disability or special education in Rhode Island. RIPIN is closed today in observance of Veterans Day.
November 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
RIPIN honors and thanks all veterans, active duty service members, and military families for their service and sacrifice. We are proud to support military families navigating disability or special education in Rhode Island. RIPIN is closed today in observance of Veterans Day.
Join us on December 10 from 6–7 PM on Zoom for “Section 504: A Parent’s Guide.” Learn how Section 504 protects students with disabilities and what it means for your child’s access to school supports and accommodations.
💻 Free to attend — registration required: https://ow.ly/2mb250Xnnio
💻 Free to attend — registration required: https://ow.ly/2mb250Xnnio
November 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Join us on December 10 from 6–7 PM on Zoom for “Section 504: A Parent’s Guide.” Learn how Section 504 protects students with disabilities and what it means for your child’s access to school supports and accommodations.
💻 Free to attend — registration required: https://ow.ly/2mb250Xnnio
💻 Free to attend — registration required: https://ow.ly/2mb250Xnnio
Many Rhode Islanders rely on SNAP to help feed their families. RIPIN created a resource to help Rhode Islanders stay informed and connected to support.
Download & share: 🔗 bit.ly/RISNAPResources
For the most accurate updates, visit EOHHS:
👉 staycovered.ri.gov/updates-news/snap-updates
Download & share: 🔗 bit.ly/RISNAPResources
For the most accurate updates, visit EOHHS:
👉 staycovered.ri.gov/updates-news/snap-updates
October 28, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Many Rhode Islanders rely on SNAP to help feed their families. RIPIN created a resource to help Rhode Islanders stay informed and connected to support.
Download & share: 🔗 bit.ly/RISNAPResources
For the most accurate updates, visit EOHHS:
👉 staycovered.ri.gov/updates-news/snap-updates
Download & share: 🔗 bit.ly/RISNAPResources
For the most accurate updates, visit EOHHS:
👉 staycovered.ri.gov/updates-news/snap-updates
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is at risk after major federal layoffs at OSEP. ✏️ Sign the petition to protect special education: bit.ly/OSEPpetition
#ProtectTheIDEA #OSEP #SpecialEducation
#ProtectTheIDEA #OSEP #SpecialEducation
October 21, 2025 at 10:17 PM
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is at risk after major federal layoffs at OSEP. ✏️ Sign the petition to protect special education: bit.ly/OSEPpetition
#ProtectTheIDEA #OSEP #SpecialEducation
#ProtectTheIDEA #OSEP #SpecialEducation
The IDEA — the law protecting students with disabilities — is at risk after major federal layoffs at OSEP. ✏️ Sign the petition by Oct. 24 and help us protect the civil rights of students with disabilities. 👉 bit.ly/OSEPpetition
October 15, 2025 at 8:05 PM
The IDEA — the law protecting students with disabilities — is at risk after major federal layoffs at OSEP. ✏️ Sign the petition by Oct. 24 and help us protect the civil rights of students with disabilities. 👉 bit.ly/OSEPpetition
RIPIN is alarmed by reports that nearly the entire federal team overseeing special education and IDEA will be laid off. These cuts threaten the supports and rights of students with disabilities nationwide.
Stay tuned for ways you can get involved. Students and families need OSEP.
#specialeducation
Stay tuned for ways you can get involved. Students and families need OSEP.
#specialeducation
October 14, 2025 at 9:39 PM
RIPIN is alarmed by reports that nearly the entire federal team overseeing special education and IDEA will be laid off. These cuts threaten the supports and rights of students with disabilities nationwide.
Stay tuned for ways you can get involved. Students and families need OSEP.
#specialeducation
Stay tuned for ways you can get involved. Students and families need OSEP.
#specialeducation
Join RIPIN for Lifting the Family Voice, a full-day workshop on October 18 at the RIPIN office. Learn how to hone and share your story to inspire change in your community.
🍽️ Light breakfast & lunch provided
🎁 Free gift to participants
Space is limited — register today: https://ow.ly/o4Yq50X975v
🍽️ Light breakfast & lunch provided
🎁 Free gift to participants
Space is limited — register today: https://ow.ly/o4Yq50X975v
October 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Join RIPIN for Lifting the Family Voice, a full-day workshop on October 18 at the RIPIN office. Learn how to hone and share your story to inspire change in your community.
🍽️ Light breakfast & lunch provided
🎁 Free gift to participants
Space is limited — register today: https://ow.ly/o4Yq50X975v
🍽️ Light breakfast & lunch provided
🎁 Free gift to participants
Space is limited — register today: https://ow.ly/o4Yq50X975v
Join our free virtual information session on October 28, 12:30–2 PM to learn about:
✔️ Available Medicaid programs
✔️ How to ensure continuous coverage
✔️ What the EPSDT benefit is and how it supports children’s health needs
Register now! https://ow.ly/yuYG50X7iYz
✔️ Available Medicaid programs
✔️ How to ensure continuous coverage
✔️ What the EPSDT benefit is and how it supports children’s health needs
Register now! https://ow.ly/yuYG50X7iYz
October 9, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Join our free virtual information session on October 28, 12:30–2 PM to learn about:
✔️ Available Medicaid programs
✔️ How to ensure continuous coverage
✔️ What the EPSDT benefit is and how it supports children’s health needs
Register now! https://ow.ly/yuYG50X7iYz
✔️ Available Medicaid programs
✔️ How to ensure continuous coverage
✔️ What the EPSDT benefit is and how it supports children’s health needs
Register now! https://ow.ly/yuYG50X7iYz
October is National Bullying Prevention Month—a time to come together to create safer, more supportive learning environments for every student. Join us on October 8th from 6–7 PM on Zoom for Bullying & Harassment of Students with Disabilities. 🧡
Register here: bit.ly/RIPINbullying2025
Register here: bit.ly/RIPINbullying2025
October 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
October is National Bullying Prevention Month—a time to come together to create safer, more supportive learning environments for every student. Join us on October 8th from 6–7 PM on Zoom for Bullying & Harassment of Students with Disabilities. 🧡
Register here: bit.ly/RIPINbullying2025
Register here: bit.ly/RIPINbullying2025
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Huge thanks to @protectrihealth.bsky.social, @weareripin.bsky.social & EPI's Nina Harrison for their fierce advocacy on this crucial measure!
For a full list of the Top 10 policy wins of 2025, visit bit.ly/4k8kUZO!
🫡@tanzister.bsky.social, @brandonpotter.bsky.social, @lindaujifusa.bsky.social
For a full list of the Top 10 policy wins of 2025, visit bit.ly/4k8kUZO!
🫡@tanzister.bsky.social, @brandonpotter.bsky.social, @lindaujifusa.bsky.social
August 2, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Huge thanks to @protectrihealth.bsky.social, @weareripin.bsky.social & EPI's Nina Harrison for their fierce advocacy on this crucial measure!
For a full list of the Top 10 policy wins of 2025, visit bit.ly/4k8kUZO!
🫡@tanzister.bsky.social, @brandonpotter.bsky.social, @lindaujifusa.bsky.social
For a full list of the Top 10 policy wins of 2025, visit bit.ly/4k8kUZO!
🫡@tanzister.bsky.social, @brandonpotter.bsky.social, @lindaujifusa.bsky.social
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More real talk from a real Mom...👏🏼
Let's boost TCI benefit to caregivers — letter to The Warwick Beacon from Tara Hayes via Mighty @weareripin.bsky.social🫡📢🥇
Expand paid family leave so no one is left behind! #RIPaidLeave
warwickonline.com/stories/lets...
Let's boost TCI benefit to caregivers — letter to The Warwick Beacon from Tara Hayes via Mighty @weareripin.bsky.social🫡📢🥇
Expand paid family leave so no one is left behind! #RIPaidLeave
warwickonline.com/stories/lets...
Let’s boost TCI’s benefit to caregivers - Warwick Beacon
To the Editor: In 2008, Andrew was born five weeks early, and instead of being able to take enough leave from work, I had to resign my position as a special education teacher. Over the course of …
warwickonline.com
June 6, 2025 at 3:38 PM
More real talk from a real Mom...👏🏼
Let's boost TCI benefit to caregivers — letter to The Warwick Beacon from Tara Hayes via Mighty @weareripin.bsky.social🫡📢🥇
Expand paid family leave so no one is left behind! #RIPaidLeave
warwickonline.com/stories/lets...
Let's boost TCI benefit to caregivers — letter to The Warwick Beacon from Tara Hayes via Mighty @weareripin.bsky.social🫡📢🥇
Expand paid family leave so no one is left behind! #RIPaidLeave
warwickonline.com/stories/lets...
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Incredible Maternal & Infant Health panel @rikidscount.bsky.social event w/ Quatia Osorio founder of Our Journ3i & Urban Perinatal Education Center, Paige Parks,
@mackdistrict6.bsky.social, Stephanie Manfredi, Michaela Carroll & @weareripin.bsky.social
@mackdistrict6.bsky.social, Stephanie Manfredi, Michaela Carroll & @weareripin.bsky.social
June 3, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Incredible Maternal & Infant Health panel @rikidscount.bsky.social event w/ Quatia Osorio founder of Our Journ3i & Urban Perinatal Education Center, Paige Parks,
@mackdistrict6.bsky.social, Stephanie Manfredi, Michaela Carroll & @weareripin.bsky.social
@mackdistrict6.bsky.social, Stephanie Manfredi, Michaela Carroll & @weareripin.bsky.social
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Thank you @weareripin.bsky.social for the Legislative Partner Award. Yesterday morning was a really inspirational breakfast, where we heard from parents and kids about the great peer support from RIPIN. Creating connections and building advocacy skills is so important!
May 23, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Thank you @weareripin.bsky.social for the Legislative Partner Award. Yesterday morning was a really inspirational breakfast, where we heard from parents and kids about the great peer support from RIPIN. Creating connections and building advocacy skills is so important!
Just over a month away! Join RIPIN’s Annual Breakfast on May 22 for a morning of inspiration, connection, and community.
🎟 Register or sponsor today: ripin.org/annualbreakfast
#RIPIN #FamilySupport #CaregiverSupport #HealthcareAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #CommunityImpact
🎟 Register or sponsor today: ripin.org/annualbreakfast
#RIPIN #FamilySupport #CaregiverSupport #HealthcareAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #CommunityImpact
April 16, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Just over a month away! Join RIPIN’s Annual Breakfast on May 22 for a morning of inspiration, connection, and community.
🎟 Register or sponsor today: ripin.org/annualbreakfast
#RIPIN #FamilySupport #CaregiverSupport #HealthcareAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #CommunityImpact
🎟 Register or sponsor today: ripin.org/annualbreakfast
#RIPIN #FamilySupport #CaregiverSupport #HealthcareAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #CommunityImpact
Thanks to the @rihouseofreps.bsky.social, RI House, and @govdanmckee.bsky.social's administration for your smart investments in Early Intervention—they’re working.
#RIPIN #EarlyIntervention #RIKids
#RIPIN #EarlyIntervention #RIKids
R.I.’s waitlist for Early Intervention services sees big drop after funding boost - The Boston Globe
For years, Rhode Island has not been in compliance with federal law requiring children with developmental delays be evaluated within 45 days.
www.bostonglobe.com
April 10, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Thanks to the @rihouseofreps.bsky.social, RI House, and @govdanmckee.bsky.social's administration for your smart investments in Early Intervention—they’re working.
#RIPIN #EarlyIntervention #RIKids
#RIPIN #EarlyIntervention #RIKids
RIPIN is proud to partner with @brownpublichealth.bsky.social, @epi-ri.bsky.social, and @protectrihealth.bsky.social to study how health care consolidation affects access to care in RI. Together, we’re building a roadmap for stronger protections.
#RIPIN #HealthEquity #RI #PublicHealth
#RIPIN #HealthEquity #RI #PublicHealth
New grants support partnerships between faculty and Rhode Island organizations
Our Community-Academic Research Partnership Fund is powering collaborative, community-centered projects that will positively impact public health and strengthen local partnerships.
sph.brown.edu
April 9, 2025 at 1:42 PM
RIPIN is proud to partner with @brownpublichealth.bsky.social, @epi-ri.bsky.social, and @protectrihealth.bsky.social to study how health care consolidation affects access to care in RI. Together, we’re building a roadmap for stronger protections.
#RIPIN #HealthEquity #RI #PublicHealth
#RIPIN #HealthEquity #RI #PublicHealth
“Let’s turn these recommendations into reality.” — Sam Salganik, RIPIN Executive Director
We released a new report on strengthening preschool special education in RI. Sam breaks it down in this quick video.
📄 Read the report: ripin.org/strengthenin...
#RIPIN #SpecialEducation #EarlyIntervention
We released a new report on strengthening preschool special education in RI. Sam breaks it down in this quick video.
📄 Read the report: ripin.org/strengthenin...
#RIPIN #SpecialEducation #EarlyIntervention
April 7, 2025 at 5:05 PM
“Let’s turn these recommendations into reality.” — Sam Salganik, RIPIN Executive Director
We released a new report on strengthening preschool special education in RI. Sam breaks it down in this quick video.
📄 Read the report: ripin.org/strengthenin...
#RIPIN #SpecialEducation #EarlyIntervention
We released a new report on strengthening preschool special education in RI. Sam breaks it down in this quick video.
📄 Read the report: ripin.org/strengthenin...
#RIPIN #SpecialEducation #EarlyIntervention
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@tanzister.bsky.social & @bridgetvalverde.bsky.social were joined by @weareripin.bsky.social to call for passage of legislation to extend eligibility for early intervention programs.
Watch online: capitoltvri.cablecast.tv/show/11070?s...
More info: www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Watch online: capitoltvri.cablecast.tv/show/11070?s...
More info: www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Press Conference: Early Intervention Continuity & Access Act: 4-3-2025
Press Conference: Early Intervention Continuity & Access Act: 4-3-2025
capitoltvri.cablecast.tv
April 5, 2025 at 5:39 PM
@tanzister.bsky.social & @bridgetvalverde.bsky.social were joined by @weareripin.bsky.social to call for passage of legislation to extend eligibility for early intervention programs.
Watch online: capitoltvri.cablecast.tv/show/11070?s...
More info: www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Watch online: capitoltvri.cablecast.tv/show/11070?s...
More info: www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Tomorrow (Thursday) at 3:00 PM in the RI State House Library! We're excited to share our policy brief and recommendations: Strengthening Preschool Special Education in Rhode Island.
@tanzister.bsky.social & @bridgetvalverde.bsky.social will join advocates & parents w/the RI Parent Information Network (RIPIN) Thursday to call for passage of legislation to extend eligibility for early intervention programs for infants w/disabilities.
Info: www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Info: www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Capitol TV
capitoltvri.cablecast.tv
April 2, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Tomorrow (Thursday) at 3:00 PM in the RI State House Library! We're excited to share our policy brief and recommendations: Strengthening Preschool Special Education in Rhode Island.
Over the past year, RIPIN has worked with families, educators, & policymakers to advance equity for young kids with special needs. Join us to hear key findings & recommendations!
📅 April 3: RI State House
📅 April 7: Newport Library
#RIPIN #EarlyChildhood #SpecialEducation
📅 April 3: RI State House
📅 April 7: Newport Library
#RIPIN #EarlyChildhood #SpecialEducation
March 13, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Over the past year, RIPIN has worked with families, educators, & policymakers to advance equity for young kids with special needs. Join us to hear key findings & recommendations!
📅 April 3: RI State House
📅 April 7: Newport Library
#RIPIN #EarlyChildhood #SpecialEducation
📅 April 3: RI State House
📅 April 7: Newport Library
#RIPIN #EarlyChildhood #SpecialEducation