Mary, a former Hedgerow House, and Progressive Steps Apartment Program (PSAP) resident, recently celebrated her 8th year in recovery from alcohol and works full time as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at SunRISE Retreat Intensive Crisis Residence. “Mary’s success is incredible,” says Melodie Masterson, Mary’s former PSAP Counselor. “She started her journey towards becoming an… Read More
Please join us in congratulating the April 2024 Recognition Recipients! Rise to the Occasion Recognition The Rise to the Occasion Recognition is given to individuals who see a need within the agency and go above and beyond to fill that need. Congratulations to Jennifer Bunney, Senior Adult Care Manager, as the April Rise to the… Read More
RISE would like to thank the Church of Latter-day Saints, Albany for the generous $50,000 Grant to purchase much needed items for our programs. The items purchased include: Adelphi Street Shelter – steam cleaner. Progressive Steps Apartment Program – new beds for all program participants, mattresses, nightstands, dressers, and a microwave. Hedgerow House –… Read More
Each month RISE recognizes an individual in one of our programs who has made exceptional progress towards meeting their goals. This month our spotlight is on Michael and Ryan. They moved into the Dominic Treatment Apartments last Spring and they have been successful in living independently there for the past year! We congratulate their success!… Read More
My name is Jess. I’m a thriving 26-year-old living independently in a Progressive Steps Apartment Program (PSAP) apartment. I am currently sober and in recovery, but I have battled my whole life with my mental health and with substance use addiction. I grew up in Daytona beach Florida. When I was 4 years old, I… Read More
What better way to de-stress and bond as a team than target shooting, axe throwing, and hibachi? The Advocacy and Outreach staff agreed and enjoyed a thrilling adventure and a fun staff day! Target Shooting Axe Throwing Hibachi Dinner
The Spring edition of the Skidmore College Scope Magazine featured an article about the partnership between Skidmore’s Social Work Department and RISE having a powerful impact on the students and the populations RISE serves. Read the full article below or download it here: Skidmore students RISE in a social work partnership. Alan Walther, RISE Board… Read More
Milestone Manor, a RISE community residence, provides supportive services to adults with severe mental health diagnoses in a safe, supportive, home-like environment. Milestone Manor employs a trauma-informed approach to residential care, assisting individuals in establishing physical and psychological safety to thrive both in the residence and in the greater community. Milestone Manor counselors are… Read More
Thank you to everyone who participated in our “Give without Spending” Fundraiser! This year we raised $4,062 – all without anyone spending a dime! We appreciate the time everyone put into making this fundraiser a success!
Please join us in congratulating the March 2024 Recognition Recipients! Rise to the Occasion Recognition The Rise to the Occasion Recognition is given to individuals who see a need within the agency and go above and beyond to fill that need. Congratulations to Christine LaWare, SunRISE Retreat House Manager, as the March Rise to the… Read More
