Appendix B: Where to Go for Assistance


Brown University Office of Auxiliary Housing

  • The University Auxiliary Housing Office is here to provide assistance with various housing options, resources, and services for undergraduate and graduate students, incoming faculty and staff, and visiting scholars. 
  • 401-863-2541

Office of Residential Life - Retained Lawyer

  • Living on your own, especially for the first time, can be daunting when you find yourself in need of assistance. Brown University provides you with important contacts and resources for this time.

Rhode Island Legal Services, Inc.

  • Free legal aid to those whose income does not exceed poverty-level limits (students included)
  • 56 Pine Street, Providence, RI 02903
  • 401-274-2652

Department of Inspection and Standards, City of Providence

  • Addresses housing code complaints
  • 444 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903
  • 401-680-5201

Fire/Rescue/EMS

Providence Police

Brown University Public Safety

Brown University Shuttle/Safewalk