RISSA

RISSA The Rhode Island Social Skills Academy is all about learning for life!

We're a dynamic experiential learning community where young people with special needs make friends, explore talents, enrich our community, and practice vital social and life skills.

So special seeing everyone come together to celebrate a friend 🎈Happy Birthday, Eli 🎂
05/02/2026

So special seeing everyone come together to celebrate a friend 🎈Happy Birthday, Eli 🎂

Making waves and building confidence 💙
04/30/2026

Making waves and building confidence 💙

These guys walked in and made the day better 💙
04/28/2026

These guys walked in and made the day better 💙

Duet mode: ON 🎶😄”
04/27/2026

Duet mode: ON 🎶😄”

Welcoming guests with a smile and confidence 🥰—so proud of Derek and KBS!
04/25/2026

Welcoming guests with a smile and confidence 🥰—so proud of Derek and KBS!

Thank you for the opportunity to give back—our group loved being part of it 💙
04/24/2026

Thank you for the opportunity to give back—our group loved being part of it 💙

⛳️ Join Us for a Day on the Green!Support RISSA, while enjoying a great day of golf. Every swing makes a difference!See...
04/24/2026

⛳️ Join Us for a Day on the Green!

Support RISSA, while enjoying a great day of golf. Every swing makes a difference!

See flyer for details & how to register 💙

So proud of our program participants for completing their course at Salve Regina University and shining at their showcas...
04/24/2026

So proud of our program participants for completing their course at Salve Regina University and shining at their showcase! Salve Regina University

Happy Earth Day 🌎Our RISSA crew showed up and made a difference! 🌊💙 So proud of our amazing group for helping clean the...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎
Our RISSA crew showed up and made a difference! 🌊💙 So proud of our amazing group for helping clean the beach and care for our community. Small actions, big impact!

Earth Day week well spent 🌎💚 Our amazing members volunteered at a community yard sale, giving back, building skills, and...
04/20/2026

Earth Day week well spent 🌎💚 Our amazing members volunteered at a community yard sale, giving back, building skills, and making connections.” Common Fence Point

TGIF from our incredible members 💙Yoga helps us build focus, confidence, and calm—skills that go far beyond the mat.
04/17/2026

TGIF from our incredible members 💙
Yoga helps us build focus, confidence, and calm—skills that go far beyond the mat.

💙 BE EXTRAORDINARY with Rhode Island Social Skill Academy (RISSA) this 401Gives 💙It’s 401Gives and we’re celebrating eve...
03/31/2026

💙 BE EXTRAORDINARY with Rhode Island Social Skill Academy (RISSA) this 401Gives 💙

It’s 401Gives and we’re celebrating everything that makes RISSA such a special part of Newport County. RISSA is a place where young adults with special needs learn, grow, and shine through real life experiences that build confidence and independence.

Every week, members cook meals together, practice fitness and wellness, explore art and creativity, volunteer in the community, and form friendships that truly matter. RISSA is about belonging, joy, and the extraordinary moments that happen when people are supported to be their best selves.

Your donation today helps keep these opportunities thriving. It supports hands‑on learning, community engagement, and the kind of everyday victories that make RISSA extraordinary.

👉 Give now: https://www.401gives.org/donate?campaign_id=251668

Let’s celebrate RISSA and keep the extraordinary growing in our community. 💙

Thank you for making a difference in our community!

Address

P. O. Box 4916
Newport, RI
02842

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8:30am - 1:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 1:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 1:30pm

Telephone

(401) 935-2419

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