News & Upcoming Events 10.22.08 The RICAODD has launched an online shop to sell merchandise. If you would like to donate to RICAODD by buying our merchandise, please visit https://www.cafepress.com/ricaodd. Thank you!
07.15.08 On September 18, 2008 at the West Valley Inn in West Warwick, the Council will hold our 39th Annual Community Service Awards. The following individuals will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to the field of recovery in Rhode Island: Mr. Paul MacDonald - James H. Ottmar Award
Ms. Suzanne Swanson - President’s Award
Mr. Patrick McEneaney - The Bronze Key Award
Ms. Dorothy M. Bianco, Ph.D. - Community Service Award
Senator John J. Tassoni, Jr. - Appreciation Award
Albert Silva - Volunteer of the Year Award To help offset the sweeping funding reductions the Council has experienced due to the state fiscal crisis, the evening will also feature a “silent auction”. The funds raised through the auction are vital to ensuring the long-term mission of the Council. If you are interested in donating an item for auction please contact us at 401-725-0410 or email info@ricaodd.org. To make this year’s program a night to remember, the Council is honored to have former Mayor of Providence, Vincent “Buddy” Cianci as our Master of Ceremonies for the evening. If you are interested in attending this year's event, please download our order form of sponsorship and ticket opportunities. Click Here To Download Order Form Your support will enable the Council to pursue its mission to provide resources and programs for those battling with addiction and dependency.
Employees at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island recently donated almost $850 for The Rhode Island Council on Alcoholism and Other Drug Dependence through their Coins for a Cause employee contribution program. All Blue Cross employees are invited to nominate local nonprofit organizations for consideration in the program and each month, employees participate in an online vote to select two organizations to receive the contributions for the month.Over 70% of Blue Cross employees participate in the Coins for a Cause program, which raises close to $24,000 annually for local nonprofit organizations. Assistant Vice President, Jeremy Duncan, seen here on the left, presents the check to David Walsh of The Rhode Island Council on Alcoholism and Other Drug Dependence.
1.28.08 We are holding a training for helpline volunteers in February! It will be on Thursday, February 7, 2008: 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Carolyn Caliri, at 401-725-0410 between the hours of 9am - 4pm to register for the training. You may also contact Carolyn via email at volunteercoordinator@ricaodd.org. |
