The Groden Network offers SMS/text messaging services to communicate with:   

• Clients, families, guardians, and authorized contacts
• Job applicants, candidates, and prospective employees

These messages may include:

• Appointment reminders and scheduling updates
• Care coordination and program communication
• Administrative alerts and service notifications
• Recruiting and hiring-related communication (e.g., interview scheduling, application follow-up, onboarding coordination)

Message frequency varies based on program participation or recruiting activity. All SMS messages will clearly identify The Groden Network as the sender.
 

Consent / Opt-In

Users opt in to receive SMS messages by providing their phone number through intake forms, website forms, employment applications, program enrollment, or other documented consent processes. By submitting their phone number, individuals consent to receive SMS communications from The Groden Network.

• Consent to receive SMS messages is voluntary  
• Consent is not required as a condition of receiving services or employment
• Message frequency varies
• Message and data rates may apply

Opt-Out Instructions
You can opt out at any time. After you opt out:

You will no longer receive SMS messages from The Groden Network unless you re-enroll.

Help & Support

For assistance, contact us directly:

• Phone: 401-274-6310
• Email: InformationTechnology@grodennetwork.org

Message Disclosures

• Message and data rates may apply
• Message frequency varies
• Mobile carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages

Privacy Policy (SMS-Specific)
The Groden Network respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your information.
 

Information We Collect

• Phone number
• Consent to receive SMS messages

How We Use Information

• To send appointment reminders, service updates, and program communications
• To communicate with job applicants regarding application status, interview scheduling, and onboarding processes

Data Sharing
We do not share, sell, rent, or disclose SMS opt-in data or phone numbers to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.

Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy and to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

Your Rights
You may opt out at any time.

Compliance Statement
The Groden Network SMS program complies with:

• TCPA (Telephone Consumer Protection Act)
• CTIA Messaging Principles
• A2P 10DLC carrier requirements

Messages are only sent to individuals who have provided appropriate consent.