R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-72.3-3: Creation of program — Scope of activities.

There is established under the director of the department of children, youth and families “project early start”, a community-based program, to provide both home-based and center-based activities, to address this need for early intervention. The services to be provided shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

(1) Resource mobilization to ensure adequate food, shelter, and clothing;

(2) Appropriate family health care and supervision;

(3) Parenting education for both mothers and fathers;

(4) Nutritional guidance;

(5) Developmentally appropriate infant and toddler curriculum;

(6) Home management skill-building opportunities;

(7) Crisis intervention and emergency assistance;

(8) Parent participation in program decisions; and

(9) Appropriate support services including transportation, childcare, and a staff reflective of the racial and ethnic population of the children.