General Housing Assistance This page has been developed to assist Rhode Island residents with their housing and emergency assistance needs. Below is information and links on key agencies and programs designed to assist persons in specific areas. Rental Assistance / Eviction Resources RI Legal Services - RILS may provide legal assistance to residents at-risk of eviction. Rental Resource Guide (English and En Español) The Rhode Island Landlord Tenant Handbook PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Just Cause Eviction Law Brochure PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes La Ley Causa Justa para Desalojarlo PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Foreclosure/Homeownership Retention Assistance The Housing Network The Housing Network has member community development corporations that provide foreclosure prevention/homeownership counseling across the State. Rhode Island Housing Help Center The Help Center provides foreclosure prevention counseling. In addition, Rhode Island Housing was the agency responsible for the administration of the Hardest Hit Funds in the State. RI Legal Services RILS may provide legal assistance to homeowners at-risk of foreclosure. Community Action Programs Local community action programs assist those in need including around foreclosure risk. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) The CFPB is the new Federal agency to accept complaints and provide regulations for homeowners regarding mortgage loans and mortgage servicing issues. Resources for Tribal Housing Lead Based Paint Hazards Lead Hazard Mitigation Program from RI Department of Health