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Division of Developmental Disabilities

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.

Should 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.

Eleanor Slater and the RI Psychiatric Hospitals are Hiring

The RI State Psychiatric Hospital in Cranston and Eleanor Slater Hospital (Cranston and Burrillville campuses) are hiring Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and Institution Attendants. Cook's Helpers are needed in Pascoag (training provided). As a state employee, you will receive a competitive pay, health benefits, personal, vacation, sick time, and much more. We hope you will consider joining our team!

National Drug Take Back Day is Sat., Oct. 26th form 10am -2pm

Saturday, October 26th is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. There will be collection sites statewide where you can drop off expired, unused or unwanted medications for proper disposal between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. It's free, confidential, and no questions are asked. Mark the date and find a Take Back location near you.

RI Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC)

CCBHCs are specially-designated outpatient clinic that provides a comprehensive range of services. Those services include mental health support, substance use services, 24/7 mobile crisis response, and supports for health-related social needs. Read about this innovative new program, which started in Rhode Island on October 1st. You can find more detailed information about the CCBHCs here.

RI Recovery Housing Information

Do you, or someone you know, need Recovery Housing? Learn more here.

Call or text 988 if you are in crisis and/or having thoughts of suicide. 988 has trained counselors available 24/7. It is confidential and free of charge.