Division of Developmental Disabilities
2024 DDD Annual Report
We have published our first Annual Program Report to share key achievements and goals with the I/DD community. To learn about the work the Division has done, please review our 2024 Annual Program Report. If you have any questions or feedback about the report, please let us know by emailing BHDDH.AskDD@bhddh.ri.gov. We hope this information is helpful for you.
ABOUT THE DIVISION
In Rhode Island, BHDDH's Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is responsible for planning, funding and overseeing a community system of services and supports for adults with developmental disabilities. We believe that all Rhode Islanders deserve to live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives. Our work supports statewide efforts to expand opportunity and provide high-quality services for all Rhode Islanders.
You should find all the information you need about our services, initiatives, or access to our newsletters at our Developmental Disabilities section.
If you have additional questions, please call our main phone line at (401) 462-3421 and one of our staff members will help you.
Hospital News
Renovations on the Cranston Campus
The renovation of Eleanor Slater Hospital's Regan building in Cranston is well underway. The entire building has been vacated, with patients, staff, medical equipment furniture, and IT equipment relocated. The contractor, Tocci Inc., has constructed fencing around the premises and placed internal partitions to delineate the construction zone from operational kitchen areas. Currently, work is underway on the sixth floor, marking the beginning of transforming floors 3 through 6 into psychiatric units. The project's completion date remains set for Spring 2026.
Division of Behavioral Health
BHDDH Start Up Funding Opportunity: Pilot program to address complex stimulant use disorders
Description: The Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) is soliciting proposals from qualified agencies to develop a RI based pilot program to address the complexities related to the treatment of stimulant use disorders. The pilot should include the evidence-based practice known as contingency management in an out-patient clinic type of setting which can also provide access to a comprehensive set of supportive services. The pilot program is expected to somewhat mirror the Boston Medical Centers office-based Addiction Treatment model called the “START” program. Clinical guidelines are available at Addiction Programs and Services for Patients | Boston Medical Center
Eligibility to Apply: Any RI agency either licensed by BHDDH or RIDOH to provide Behavioral Healthcare/Substance use disorder services to individuals with a stimulant use disorder.
RFP Agency Solicitation Specifications
Applications are due by noon on August 4, 2025
SAMHSA Funding Opportunity: Treatment and Recovery Services for Youth, Young Adults, and Families | SAMHSA
Description: Enhance comprehensive treatment services for youth (ages 12-17) and young adults (ages 18-25) with substance use disorders (SUD) and/or co-occurring substance misuse and mental disorders (COD) and their families/caregivers. Anticipated Award Amount: $545,000 per year; Length of Project: Up to 5 years.
Eligibility to Apply: Eligible applicants are domestic, public, and private nonprofit entities.
Applications are due Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Who We Are
BHDDH is Rhode Island’s second largest state department, with more than 1,200 employees, touching the lives of more than 50,000 Rhode Islanders.
What We Do
We license and oversee a large network of providers that offer services for MH, SUD, DD. We operate the only LTACH Hospital in the state, and the state’s Psychiatric hospital.
Get Help
If you are in a non-emergency crisis, call/text 988. BH Link also offers confidential behavioral health services.
BH LINK- For confidential support and to get connected to care:
Visit their 24-hour/7-day Triage Center:
975 Waterman Ave., East Providence, RI
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