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 Timothy. In the RISE Community Residences, our staff work with the residents on setting and attaining short and long-term goals directed toward more independent living. One of the residents, Timothy, has… Read More
Sybil Newell, RISE Executive Director, and Lindsey Connors, RISE Associate Executive Director, joined Julie Lewis, Create Studios Saratoga Director, at Create Studios Saratoga for the lovely opening reception for the Saratoga Pictures in Health exhibition in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month at Create Studios in Saratoga Springs. The exhibit features artwork by community members… Read More
RISE is a member of the Saratoga-North Country Continuum of Care – a collation of community partners working together to end homelessness. In this Video clip, representatives from these agencies, including Lindsey Connors, RISE Associate Executive Director, and Maggie Fonk, Wellspring Saratoga Executive Director, address the obstacles and concerns that the Continuum faces in our… Read More
This article was published in Saratoga Today. By Brian Dougherty, OES Program Supervisor, CRPA-P The Saratoga County Alliance to End Homelessness is a collaborative effort that works tirelessly to help those who are experiencing homelessness in our community. RISE Housing and Support Services is proud to be a part of this effort to assist the people… Read More
RISE is the only agency in Saratoga County that provides Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) Case Management Services. Since being on AOT Thomas has been able to maintain his mental health, avoid relapse of his mental health symptoms and hospitalization, has improved his relationship with his daughter, and is currently seeking employment. AOT is court ordered… Read More
RISE is proud to partner with the Universal Preservation Hall Ambassador Program. As ambassadors, RISE Residents are present at UPH Shows to help people cross streets safely, open doors, and give general directions. The Ambassador Program started in Schenectady. The Downtown Ambassadors, recruited, trained and managed by The City Mission of Schenectady, have been… Read More
Thank you to everyone who came to the Annual Paint & Sip fundraiser at Saratoga Paint & Sip in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month! The funds that were raised will support RISE programs as we continue to help individuals live safely in the community. Thank you Saratoga Paint & Sip Studio for hosing this event!… Read More
Please join us in congratulating Odette Facey, Senior Shelter Advocate at the Adelphi Street Shelter, as the April Staff on the Rise Recognition recipient. Odette started working as an overnight shelter advocate in September 2023. Since day one, she has exhibited all the qualities of a staff on the rise. She has excelled in her… Read More
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
