Clear River Electric & Water District takes pride in offering flexible payment arrangements for any customer who may fall behind on a bill. We understand unforeseen circumstances may occur, which can result in delayed payments. If you cannot make a payment on time, please reach out to our customer service department by calling 401-568-6222 and one of our representatives will be able to assist you with a payment plan.
We also work with a number of agencies that provide financial support during times of crisis. Please call the numbers below to see if you qualify for assistance.
Emergency Energy Assistance
- Tri-County Community Action Program (includes Health Center, Job Training, Employment & Education, Head Start, Energy, Housing & Social Services, Seniors and Disabled Adult Services, At-Risk Prevention, WIC/SNAP) *Can assist with 2021 Rent Relief applications-typically a 3 month approval process.*
1126 Harford Ave. Johnston, RI 02919
401-351-2750
https://tricountyri.org/home/- LIHEAP Program Flyer
- LIHEAP Income Guidelines 2023
- LIHWAP Program Flyer
Note: If denied energy assistance, request letter of denial.
- St. Vincent de Paul
401-762-1834
Note: Please leave a message with the answering service. - Between the Cracks
401-291-0590
Note: Please leave a message with the answering service. - United Way (administers the Good Neighbor Energy Fund)
Call 211 for assistance
https://www.uwri.org/2-1-1/ - Keep the Heat On
401-421-7833 Ext. 207
Note: You must provide their office with a LIHEAP award or denial letter.
Emergency Assistance-General Information
- Tri-County Community Action Program (includes Health Center, Job Training, Employment & Education, Head Start, Energy, Housing & Social Services, Seniors and Disabled Adult Services, At-Risk Prevention, WIC/SNAP) *Can assist with 2021 Rent Relief applications-typically a 3 month approval process.*
1126 Harford Ave. Johnston, RI 02919
401-351-2750
https://tricountyri.org/home/ - United Way
Call 211 for assistance
https://www.iwri.org/2-1-1/
Housing Assistance
- Community Care Alliance
401-767-0866
www.communitycareri.org
Provides over 50 programs with a comprehensive array of family centered services in northern Rhode Island. - NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley
401-762-0993
www.neighborworksbrv.org
Provides help for renting an affordable apartment big enough for a family, buying your first home or fixing up your current home. - Burrillville Housing Authority
77 Ashton Court Harrisville, RI
401-568-6200
Rental Housing/Section 8 - United Way
Call 211 for assistance
https://www.uwri.org/2-1-1/ - CrossRoads Rhode Island
401-521-2255
401-277-4316 Emergency Housing/Shelter
www.crossroadsri.org
Food and Nutrition Assistance
- Berean Baptist Church
(by appointment only)
401-568-5411 - Burrillville Seventh Day Adventist
Last Tuesday of each month 5:30-6:30pm
401-568-5255 - Our Lady of Good Help Church/St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Christ Church
First Saturday of the month
401-762-1834
Note-Please leave a message with the answering service. - St. Patrick’s Church
1st and 3rd Monday of the month
5:00-6:30pm
401-568-2411 - Chepachet Union Church
1st and 3rd Saturday of the month
10am-2pm
401-568-2518 - RI Department of Human Services
1-855-697-4347 - Meals on Wheels
401-351-6700
https://www.rimeals.org - United Way
Call 211 for assistance
https://www.uwri.org/2-1-1/
Local Clothing Resources
- Berean Baptist Church
Coats of Color Closet
Free clothing, shoes, jackets etc. for men, women and children.
1st and 3rd Saturday of each month
8:30-10:30am
474 Chapel Street Harrisville RI
401-568-5411 - Between the Cracks
Provides emergency clothing needs.
401-291-0590
Note: Please leave a message with the answering service. - Chepachet Union Church
Fridays and Saturdays 9am-noon
1138 Putnam Pike Chepachet RI
401-568-2518
Gently used clothing at a very small price.
Open to Burrillville residents.
Fall Hours:
Thursday-Saturday-9am-3pm