Strategic Prevention Partnerships

Laundry Love- Micki's Mat
2026-10-08 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-10 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-13 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | Micki’s Laundromat, 272 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Laundry Reminders (1) Laundry Love Micki's Only - Dates 2025
Laundry Love helps low or no-income families & individuals afford the cost of washing clothing & bedding by partnering with local laundromats to help relieve some of the financial burden facing families.
We provide funding & materials for participants to launder up to 3 loads of laundry/bedding. Walk-ins are welcome from 4-5 PM.
Use our website link (QR Code on flier links to sign-ups) for an appointment after 5 PM. LAST LOAD MUST BE IN MACHINE BY 6:15 PM
First come, first served.

Newport Prevention Coalition Meeting
2026-10-08 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-09-10 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-13 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
The Newport Prevention Coalition’s mission is to engage our community by encouraging safe and healthy lifestyle choices through harm reduction strategies, prevention education, and by promoting equitable practices to increase awareness surrounding mental health and substance use.
Led by Strategic Prevention Partnerships, NPC meets monthly to discuss initiatives and efforts having to do with prevention and harm reduction within the City of Newport. If you are interested in attending our monthly meetings, please reach out to Melanie Saunders at (401) 753-8284 or newport@riprevention.org.

Rainbow Resilience
2026-10-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-30 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-23 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-16 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-09 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-02 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-26 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-19 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | EBCAP Recovery Center Newport, 23 Marlboro Street, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Rainbow Resilience is an affirming, peer-led recovery and wellness group for LGBTQIA+ adults (18+) navigating substance use and/or mental health challenges. The group offers supportive discussion, community connection, and opportunities to build resilience together in a safe and welcoming space.
In-person location: East Bay Community Action Program Recovery Center, 23 Marlboro St, Newport, RI 02840Virtual info & questions: Contact Andy Merritt at amerritt@riprevention.org
Come as you are. Build community. Strengthen resilience.

Community Council
2026-10-02 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-09-04 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Bringing together organizations and community members across Newport County to strengthen our behavioral health system of care. The Council works collaboratively to share resources, identify gaps, and improve access to services for individuals and families in Newport County. Community Council meets the first Friday of each month from 1:30-3:00pm.

RI-Prevcon 2026
2026-09-29 09:00 - 15:45 (America/New_York) | Crowne Plaza Hotel, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, RI, 02886, United States
RI-PREVCON is a statewide prevention conference that focuses on the most current issues and information related to substance use prevention and mental health promotion, utilizing evidence-based strategies to reduce risk factors and enhance the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
This year’s conference will be provided by both the RI Governor’s Council on Behavioral Health’s Prevention Advisory Committee and the Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals (BHDDH), which will be held on September 29th, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick, RI. RI PREVCON 2026— Community Roots, Resilient Futures: A Conference on Connection & Prevention reflects our shared commitment to strengthening communities, fostering meaningful connections, and building proactive strategies that support prevention and long term resilience. In addition, RI-PREVCON 2026 will offer attendees an opportunity to network with colleagues from other disciplines and share best practices across the lifespan.

Laundry Love- Micki's Mat (2)
2026-09-24 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-27 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Micki’s Laundromat, 272 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Laundry Love helps low or no-income families & individuals afford the cost of washing clothing & bedding by partnering with local laundromats to help relieve some of the financial burden facing families.
We provide funding & materials for participants to launder up to 3 loads of laundry/bedding. Walk-ins are welcome from 4-5 PM.
Use our website link (QR Code on flier links to sign-ups) for an appointment after 5 PM. LAST LOAD MUST BE IN MACHINE BY 6:15 PM
First come, first served.

TLCPC Meeting
2026-09-22 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-08-25 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | RI
Combined Tiverton and Little Compton Prevention Coalition Meeting

Out of the Darkness Walk 2026
2026-09-20 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Salve Regina McAuley Hall, Lawn, 26 Ochre Point Ave, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Out of the Darkness Walks support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) by raising essential funds for suicide‑prevention research, education, advocacy, and loss‑survivor support. These walks also create visible, stigma‑reducing community spaces that connect people, elevate hope, and strengthen AFSP’s ability to provide trainings, resources, and healing programs year‑round.

All Salve Regina students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, friends, and community partners are invited to support this effort by choosing one (or more) meaningful ways to get involved:

Walk with us! Join Salve Regina University’s Team Seahawks for Hope

Click the register button > event participant > join a team > Salve for Hope 🙂

Support AFSP’s life‑saving work Donate to Seahawks for Hope
Volunteer with AFSP! Reach out to Kerrie Constant at kconstant@afsp.org

Newport County Prevention Coalition Monthly Meeting
2026-09-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-18 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | RI
Monthly meeting, open to the public, to discuss the events of the Newport County Prevention Coalition, and their partners. The Newport County Prevention Coalition meets once per month on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, from 10am-11:30am, via zoom.

The zoom link for the meeting is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82453362213?pwd=[REDACTED]

Portsmouth Prevention Coalition Meeting
2026-09-09 08:30 - 10:00, 2026-08-12 08:30 - 10:00 UTC | SPP Office, 300 High Point Avenue, Portsmouth, RI, 02871, United States
The Portsmouth Prevention Coalition convenes on the second Wednesday of every month to discuss ongoing prevention efforts and initiatives throughout the Portsmouth community. Each member contributes a unique perspective, united by a shared commitment to improving the health and well-being of Portsmouth residents.

Glen Park Townwide Celebration (250th)
2026-08-22 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Glen Park, Glen Park, Portsmouth, RI, 02871, United States
Portsmouth Prevention Coalition is participating in this all-day event from 11-5 PM at Glen Park in Portsmouth to celebrate America’s 250th birthday (See flyer attached for more details).

Empower Her: Portsmouth Arts Guild Bracelet Making
2026-08-21 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Portsmouth Arts Guild (PAG), 2679 EAST MAIN ROAD, PORTSMOUTH, RI, 02871, United States
bracelet making WORKSHOP PAG Flyer (1)

Sandy Point Sunset Socials 2026
2026-08-19 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Sandy Point, Sandy Point, Portsmouth, RI, 02871, United States
Portsmouth Prevention Coalition is participating in the Sandy Point Sunset Social hosted by the Portsmouth Parks & Rec from 5- 8 PM (See flyer attached for more details).
