Excellent center and staff. Lots of activities and exercise classes. Bus trips, parties, craft…read moreclasses, games. Something for everyone.

I'm a huge fan of zoos and aquariums, but they tend to create the impression that you need to visit…read morethe Serengeti or the Galapagos to see some amazing animals. The Audubon Society proves that that just isn't true--there is plenty of incredible wildlife right here in Rhode Island! It costs $6 to go through the exhibit inside the education center, but it's free to walk through the trails and meadow. The exhibit is definitely oriented towards kids, but there is plenty for adults to enjoy too. Each section is based around a Rhode Island ecosystem and has a mixture of models and live animals. There are also two red-tailed hawks kept in captivity outside the building. Probably the coolest part of my visit was walking out to the osprey nest by the water. So cool to see the two ospreys guarding their chicks! This is a manageable, affordable place to visit with kids, or just a fun stop if you love nature! I definitely paid more attention to the wildlife around me on the bike path after stopping in here!

Paper moon plastic flower…read more who walks the wild woods? The Audubon Society of Rhode Island has been around since 1897 and is the third oldest Audubon Society in the country. It was actually started to help stop the destruction of wild birds for the commercial use of their feathers. Whole populations of great egrets and other beautiful birds were almost decimated because some fool decided the feathers looked cool on stupid hats. Fortunately some wise people cared. The Society also was also instrumental in stopping the use of DDT, established Rhode Island's first coastal cleanup, helped fight damning of rivers, promoted the effective Rhode Island recycling program and much, much more. The state of Rhode Island would be a much dirtier, stinkier, crummier and far less beautiful place if not for the tireless and continuing efforts of the society. The building in Smithfield is the state headquarters and it has a great library, cool gift shop and some pleasant hiking trails. They organize trips and programs for both kids and adult and is a great place to get information on conservation or natural science. The folks there are always helpful and filled with dedication and will patiently take the time to answer any and all stupid questions. The society is now the state's largest private land owner with over 9,500 acres of wild habitat and open spaces. Places where critters can be wild and free. They also operate 14 wildlife refuges where people can quietly hike and exist in harmony with the wild creatures. For some reason many people seem intent on destroying the wild and pristine. The clean and pure. The Audubon Society will always be there to protect the woods, waters and wilderness. There are enough plastic flowers, synthetic materials and cement jungles. Thanks to the Audubon Society people can still see the wild, pure and unstained world.

We have had Home Instead watch after our mother for several months now and generally speaking - it…read morehas been okay. One CNA in particular has been terrific when she is here. Home Instead apparently has issues when CNAs call in sick...etc. and apparently do not have ample staff to cover such events (surprising as this is their business). This has caused our family many issues due to last minute cancelations which is sort of ironic as we need to give 7 days notice for schedule changes but they can do it to us at the drop of a dime. What is VERY upsetting is that recently we gave notice that we would be making a change for our mother's care and gave 7 days notice. Yesterday we received a call telling us that the CNA scheduled could not come for the remaining several days and that there was no replacement either. Thanks for being professional Home Instead!!! Nothing like putting it to us / and our mother on the way out. I only hope that this review doesn't mysteriously disappear like some of the others I see out there. I would urge anyone looking for CNA services to ask a lot of questions and be prepared to jump in at the last minute and cover for the inevitable scheduling issues which we experienced far too often..... oh - and dont tell them your leaving until the last minute or they will leave you hanging!

From the owner: Home Instead provides senior home care services in Northern Rhode Island. Services include Respite…read moreCare, Alzheimer's Care, Parkinson's Disease care, Personal Care, Outpatient Care, Short Term Recovery, Veteran Care, Elderly Companionship, Senior Transportation, Medication Reminders, companionship services and more. Call 401-484-1937 for a free senior home care assessment.