RIBridges Updates The RIBridges system managed by Deloitte is currently offline, and the State is working closely with Deloitte to address the cybersecurity threat and bring the system back online. The programs managed through the RIBridges system include but are not limited to: Medicaid, HSRI medical coverage, SNAP, RI Works, CCAP, LTSS, GPA, LTSS, and At Home Cost Share. Customers can take steps today to protect themselves, utilizing credit freezes, fraud alerts, and updating passwords. Any customer who sees suspicious activity on their EBT card should change their PIN. Changing your EBT PIN frequently, before or around the time of benefit issuance, is a fraud prevention best practice to protect your benefits. To change your PIN, call ebtEdge at 1-888-979-9939. Additional instructions on how to protect your benefits can be found here. -Please be advised benefits for the month of December for most programs have already been disbursed. -DHS regional offices remain open and are processing paper applications and forms at this time. - The Call Center (1-855-697-4347) will be offering extended hours Monday-Wednesday ( Jan. 6-8). and take incoming calls from 4-6:30 p.m. to assist all callers in the queue.
Applying for Benefits The customer portal (healthyrhode.ri.gov and the HealthyRhode mobile app) is not available because of the data breach. You can apply for all benefits by phone by calling 1-855-697-4347, in person at a DHS office, or by mail. Visit https://dhs.ri.gov/apply-now for more information. Please click here to find application assistance.
Fair Hearing - How to Request Without Web (Mail, Call, Visit) While the customer portal (healthyrhode.ri.gov and the HealthyRhode mobile app) is not available, fair hearings can only be requested by phone, in person, or by mail. To file an appeal regarding Medicaid and Purchased Health Coverage through HealthSource RI, call HealthSource RI at 1-855-840-HSRI (4774). For questions about filing an appeal for human services programs such as SNAP, RIW, Child Care, GPA, or SSP call the Department of Human Services at 1-855-MY-RI-DHS (1-855-697-4347).To request a fair hearing in person, please visit your nearest DHS office. To request a fair hearing by mail, please mail your completed Appeal Form to PO Box 8709, Cranston, RI 02920.For more information about the fair hearing process, please visit the Appeals Office page.
Technology Resources: Portal and Apps DHS continues to expand all the ways you can reach us for the services and benefits you need. Here are some helpful resources to better use the customer service channels that do not require a visit to our offices. Customer Portal Resources You can get to the Customer Portal by clicking on the “Apply Now” tab or by going to healthyrhode.ri.gov. It is where you can get case information or apply for DHS programs and services or health coverage through HealthSourceRI from any computer with internet access. Video Tutorial Technology Adoption Days Technology Adoption Days provide weekly opportunities every Wednesday to learn how to use and access the Customer Portal (healthyrhode.ri.gov) and mobile app. Additional resources about Technology Adoption Days can be found here: Resources Tri-fold-Brochure-Tech-Adoption-Español PDF file, about 9mbmegabytes Tri-fold-Brochure-Tech-Adoption-Portugués PDF file, about 9mbmegabytes Tri-fold-Brochure-Tech-Adoption PDF file, about 9mbmegabytes Tech-Adoption-Day-Poster-Español PDF file, about 8mbmegabytes Tech-Adoption-Day-Poster-Portugués PDF file, about 8mbmegabytes Tech-Adoption-Day-Poster PDF file, about 8mbmegabytes How To Access Customer Portal (12/2020) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Apply For New Programs On Customer Portal (3/2022) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Update Contact Information On Customer Portal (12/2020) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Upload Documents To Customer Portal (12/2020) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Renew Benefits On Customer Portal (3/2022) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Find Notices On Customer Portal (3/2022) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Download Proof Of Benefits On Customer Portal (3/2022) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes How to Sign Up for Text Message Alerts (11/2022) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Still having Customer Portal issues despite these how-to resources? Fill out this Customer Portal support form. Other Resources DHS will upload other informational resources for customers and community partners here. Check back frequently to find new and updated documents on a variety of topics, programs and services: How to Protect Your Benefits PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes HealthyRhode Mobile App To download HealthyRhode, you can visit the App Store® or Google Play Store® and search for the app using “HealthyRhode”. You must have a Customer Portal account to use HealthyRhode. If you do not have one, please visit healthyrhode.ri.gov to create one. HealthyRhode is a mobile app for the RI Department of Human Services. Apple Store® and the Apple logo® are trademarks of Apple Inc. Google Play® and the Google Play logo® are trademarks of Google LLC. HealthyRhode | DHS Alerts DHS has launched a new service that will provide enrolled customers with timely notifications via text messaging. DHS Alerts give customers another tool to help ensure continuity of benefits when forms or other materials are due. Sign up for DHS alerts the next time you visit an office, over the phone, on the Customer Portal (healthyrhode.ri.gov) or through the mobile app. Terms of Service PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes