Checked November 5, 2026
Free and low-cost GLP-1 and weight-loss help in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has health centers that charge by income, maker programs that start at $149 a month, and food help across the state. Start with the one that fits your week.
Ready to start this week? Two cash programs that ship to Rhode Island.
No insurance needed.
Prices checked Nov 12, 2026.
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Health centers that charge by income
Federally funded health centers set your fee by household size and income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and it rises in steps to the full price at twice the line.
| Household | Smallest fee at or below | Full price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 a year | $31,920 a year |
| 2 people | $21,640 a year | $43,280 a year |
| 3 people | $27,320 a year | $54,640 a year |
| 4 people | $33,000 a year | $66,000 a year |
Health centers in Rhode Island to call:
- Blackstone Valley Community Healthcare I, Pawtucket, 401-724-7110
- The Providence Community Health Centers, Providence, 401-444-0400
- Wood River Health Services, Hope Valley, 401-387-9648
- East Bay Community Action Program, Newport, 401-374-3129
- Thundermist Health Center, Woonsocket, 401-767-4100
- Comprehensive Community Action, Cranston, 401-467-9610 ext. 112
- Northwest Community Health Care, Pascoag, 401-567-0800
- Tri-County Community Action Agency, Johnston, 401-519-1940
Find the health center nearest you. Ask for the sliding fee form when you book.
Clinics in the biggest Rhode Island counties
In Rhode Island, Providence, Kent, Washington, Newport and Bristol counties have the most adults who struggle to afford care, so a call to a clinic there is a good first step.
Providence County
About 33 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 10 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 13 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Cca Inc. Behavioral Health, 311 Doric Ave, Cranston, 401-467-9610 ext. 112
- Family Health Services - Cranston, 1090 Cranston St, Cranston, 401-943-1981
- East Bay Family Health Care - 610 Waterman Avenue, 610 Waterman Ave, East Providence, 401-246-1195
- Northwest Community Health Care D/B/A Wellone Primary Medical and Dental Care, 142A Danielson Pike, Foster, 401-647-3702
- Tri-County Community Health Center, 1126 Hartford Ave, Johnston, 401-519-1940
- Tri-County Caa Health Center Pediatric Dental Clinic (Formerly St. Joseph's), 1637 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, 401-519-1940
- Tri-County Community Health Center of North Providence, 33 Maple St, North Providence, 401-519-1940
- Northwest Community Health Care D/B/A Wellone Primary Medical and Dental Care, 35 Village Plaza Way, North Scituate, 401-647-6262
- Northwest Community Health Care D/B/A Wellone Primary Medical and Dental Care, 36 Bridge Way, Pascoag, 401-568-7664
- Wellone Primary Medical and Dental Care Behavioral Health Program, 55 Pascoag Main St, Pascoag, 401-567-0800
- Wellone Primary Medical and Dental Care Dental Program, 15 Sayles Ave, Pascoag, 401-567-0800
- Wellone Primary Medical and Dental Care Specialty Care Building, 82 Pascoag Main St, Pascoag, 401-567-0800
- Bvchc Dental Health Center, 210 Main St, Pawtucket, 401-729-5239
- Blackstone Valley Community Health Care, 39 East Ave, Pawtucket, 401-722-0081
- Pchc Atwood Street Health Center, 31 Atwood St, Providence, 401-444-0400
County public health: Rhode Island Department of Health, 3 Capitol Hill, Providence, 401-222-2232.
Kent County
About 33 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 6 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Family Health Svcs of Coventry, 191 Macarthur Blvd, Coventry, 401-467-9610
- Ccap: Integrated Primary Care Partners, 2756 Post Rd, Warwick, 401-467-9610 ext. 0
- Everett C. Wilcox Family Health Center, 226 Buttonwoods Ave, Warwick, 401-467-9610 ext. 112
- The Providence Community Health Centers, 1 Coastway Blvd, Suite 103, Warwick, 401-444-0400
- The Providence Community Health Centers, 1 Coastway Blvd, Warwick, 401-444-0400
- Warwick Health Center, 206 Buttonwoods Ave, Warwick, 401-732-9090
Washington County
About 27 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 5 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Block Island Medical Center/Wood River Health Dental, 6 Payne Rd, Block Island, 401-539-2461
- Wood River Health Services, 823 Main St, Hope Valley, 401-539-2461
- Thundermist Health Center of South County - Pediatrics, 360 Kingstown Rd, Unit 101, Narragansett, 401-767-4100
- Northwest Community Health Care D/B/A Wellone Primary Medical and Dental Care, 308 Callahan Rd, North Kingstown, 401-295-9706
Newport County
About 27 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 5 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 11 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Newport Mental Health Center Clinic, 65 Valley Rd, Middletown, 401-846-1213
- East Bay Community Action Program / Dental Center, 19 Broadway, Newport, 401-845-0564
- East Bay Family Health Center, 6 John H Chafee Blvd, Newport, 401-848-2160
- East Bay Recovery Center, 23 Marlborough St, Newport, 401-585-4756
Bristol County
About 26 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 5 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 8 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- East Bay Recovery Center, 31 Railroad Ave, Warren, 401-374-3129
Mobile clinics that drive to towns and neighborhoods in Rhode Island. Call for this week's stops:
- Thundermist Health Center Mobile Medical Unit, based in West Warwick: 401-767-4100
- Blackstone Valley Community Health Care mobile clinic, based in Central Falls: 401-722-0081
Maker programs and prices
| Program | What you pay | Who it fits |
|---|---|---|
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pen | $199 a month for the first two fills, then $349 | Anyone with a prescription |
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pill | $149 for 1.5 mg, $199 for 4 mg, $299 for 9 mg and 25 mg | Anyone with a prescription |
| Zepbound from Lilly | KwikPen $299 at 2.5 mg, $399 at 5 mg, from $449 at higher doses | Anyone with a prescription |
| TrumpRx | Wegovy pill $149, Wegovy pen $199, Zepbound $299 a month | Anyone with a prescription |
| Novo Nordisk Patient Assistance | Ozempic at no cost | No insurance and income up to $31,920 for one person |
| Lilly Cares | Trulicity at no cost | Income up to $47,880 for one person |
| Medicare GLP-1 Bridge | $50 a month for Wegovy, Foundayo or Zepbound KwikPen | Part D members who meet the weight and health test, until December 31, 2027 |
Zepbound has a $25 savings card for people whose insurance covers it, good through December 31, 2026. Prices read November 5, 2026. Compare every cash program on the cash price chart.
Rhode Island Medicaid and GLP-1s
Rhode Island Medicaid covers GLP-1s for type 2 diabetes and Wegovy for heart protection, with prior approval. It does not cover them for weight loss alone. The full rules are on Rhode Island Medicaid GLP-1 coverage.
Food help in Rhode Island
- SNAP: call 855-MYRIDHS, or apply online. Program details.
- 2-1-1: dial 211 for food, rides, rent help and clinics near your zip code.
Food bank:
- Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Providence, 401-942-6325
Find the food bank for your county.
Free coaching and Medicare help
- Lifestyle change programs: a year of group coaching on food and movement, led by trained coaches. Search the CDC list for your zip code, in person or online. Programs in Rhode Island that meet in person include:
- Progreso Latino, 626 Broad St., Central Falls: 401-728-5920 ext. 346
- Brown University Health, 335r Prairie Ave., suite 2b, Providence: 401-444-8069
- Ocean Community YMCA, 95 High St, Westerly: 401-596-2894
- Clinica Esperanza/Hope Clinic, 60 Valley St, suite 104, Providence: 401-347-9093
- Age 65 or older: Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) gives free one-to-one Medicare help. Call 888-884-8721.
Four ways to stretch your health dollar
- Ask every clinic and pharmacy for the cash price before you book or fill.
- Bring your last tax return or pay stubs to a health center visit so the sliding fee applies on day one.
- Ask for a 90-day supply when your prescriber agrees.
- Apply for Medicaid any time of year, and check Marketplace savings during open enrollment.
Rhode Island free-help FAQ
How much does a health center visit cost in Rhode Island?
It depends on your income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and between one and two times the line it steps up. Ask for the sliding fee form.
Can I get help with a GLP-1 if I have no insurance?
Yes. NovoCare Pharmacy and Lilly sell directly at the prices above, and the cash programs at the top of this page ship to Rhode Island.
Where do I start if I need food and a clinic?
Dial 211. It connects you with food banks, clinics and other help near your zip code.
Sources: Health center fee rule (42 CFR 51c.303); 2026 poverty guidelines (ASPE); HRSA health center list; Feeding America member list; USDA SNAP directory; maker pages linked above; state Medicaid drug lists. Read November 5, 2026. How we check.
This page lists public programs and is not medical advice. Ask your clinician before starting any medicine.