25,268
participated
in all Sherlock Center activities combined in fiscal year 2025
Our Mission
Membership for all in school, work and the community
56%
of participants
in fiscal year 2025 were professionals and paraprofessionals
3,158
participated
in continuing education activities in fiscal year 2025
Our Work
Our Services and Projects
We partner with state and national agencies, schools, higher education and community providers to offer interdisciplinary pre-service and community education, technical assistance, service, research and information
Learn about our Services and Projects“From Institutions to Inclusion: The Evolution of Residential Services in RI”
Join us on Nov. 20 for a community conversation on shared living in Rhode Island. Explore the evolution of residential services and hear firsthand stories from individuals, families and providers shaping more inclusive, person-centered supports.
Person-Centered Thinking: Community Mapping
Build on your Person-Centered Thinking skills in this interactive, two-part workshop on Nov. 19 and Dec. 8. Learn and practice community mapping to explore connections, share experiences and strengthen inclusive supports.
Sherlock Center in Action
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“As someone with a disability, I’m always advocating for myself. You don’t have a choice when you have a disability; you’re automatically an advocate.”
Rachel Ferrara
UCEDD traineeship builds skills, connections
Sherlock Center Impact
The Sherlock Center’s traineeship gives future professionals experience creating resources, supporting projects and learning about national disability policy.
Social Security safety nets provide ways to work and still have support
Sherlock Center Impact
The Sherlock Center supports Rhode Islanders who have disabilities by making sure they know about and can use the work “safety nets” built into Social Security programs. With the right information, people can choose work without the fear of losing their benefits forever.
Gaining skills, confidence and community: Q&A with Ryan Lukowicz
Sherlock Center Impact
The Rhode Island Vision Education and Services Program at the Sherlock Center empowers students to build independence, gain confidence and connect with supportive communities – skills that help them succeed in education, leadership and life.
Presented by a certified work incentives counselor, in this session you will learn about specific work incentives and other related information. This session will be of value to individuals receiving SSI or SSDI and anyone considering working while on benefits.
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Katie West, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Housing Network of Rhode Island, will cover how housing policies are made, why advocacy matters and how to use your voice to make a difference. Her presentation will touch on key terms, current issues and simple ways to get involved – whether by sharing your story, joining a coalition or connecting with local decision-makers. Have you ever wondered what happens inside the State House or wanted to play a role in the big decisions made there? Grace Duffy, Policy Coordinator at the Community Provider Network of Rhode Island, will give you the tools to confidently talk to your legislators, give effective testimony and influence the policies that matter most to you.
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