RISE Housing and Support Services
RISE Housing and Support Services is a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges.
Our Mission
Our mission at RISE Housing and Support Services is to help people living with mental health, substance use, and other life challenges to remain safe and healthy in the community through housing and supportive services.
Our Vision
RISE will serve as a catalyst, leader, and partner in meeting the housing and recovery needs of our community. Our knowledgeable and resourceful staff and board members will educate the community to reduce the stigma associated with mental health diagnoses, substance use, and other life challenges.
Our Values
Compassion We focus on the inherent value and uniqueness of each individual we serve.
Respect We listen with respect to understand the needs of the people we serve and respond with dignity and kindness.
Dedication We work together as a team to seek solutions and live our values consistently while holding one another accountable.
Progressive We seek and employ socially responsive service models to address substance use and mental health concerns in our community.
We Treat People with
Esteem We believe housing is healthcare and a basic human right. We believe that when individuals have healthy, safe housing, they have the stability and security to achieve greater personal wellness.
Understanding We acknowledge that individuals are unique and success looks different for each person based on their circumstances and goals.
A Holistic Approach We seek to treat each individual as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond their mental health diagnoses, substance use, or medical condition.
Positivity We work together with individuals through the healing process, setting achievable goals and honoring the unique needs and challenges of each person or family member.
Empathy We believe individuals are important to their friends, families, and loved ones. We seek to assist individuals to strengthen and maintain their natural support systems.
Inclusion We work together with individuals and families to coordinate services with other care providers in the community.