Engaging in the pursuit of art can be a therapeutic practice. It offers the opportunity for self-discovery, increased self-esteem, emotional release and stress relief, and it is a great way to express emotions without having to find words.
We are overwhelmed with gratitude following the incredible success of our recent art auction event, and we want to extend our deepest thanks to all those who made it possible. First and foremost, we thank Gordon Boyd, whose generous donation of his personal art collection—in memory of his beloved late wife, Sharon—set the tone for… Read More
Elaina, a RISE Supported Housing resident, shares this dynamic and powerful poem, “2025” in which she expresses her feelings of loneliness. 2025 A new year begins. The ball drops in Time Square. No shock, I’m alone again. It doesn’t matter that I’m not there. Being solitary is nothing new. I recall the places I’ve have… Read More
C.R.E.A.T.E. Studious recently installed an exhibition of artwork made by individuals receiving RISE Care Management services or living in RISE Supportive Housing. You can see the RISE TO C.R.E.A.T.E. show in the Saratoga Springs City Mayor’s office through mid November. C.R.E.A.T.E. and RISE embarked on a partnership in Spring of 2024 to bring the expressive… Read More
Elaina, a RISE Supported Housing resident, shares this dynamic and powerful poem, “The Stopwatch” that she wrote while processing her grief over the loss of a love. Writing and creating poetry is a great way for many people to self-affirm their personal power and creativity. Thank you Elaina for sharing your poems with us. … 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
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
Elaina, a RISE Healthy Housing and Support Services Supported Housing resident, shares this dynamic and powerful poem, Immersed in Thought. Writing and creating poetry is a great way for many people to self-affirm their personal power and creativity. Thank you Elaina for sharing your poems with us. Memories flood back as I sit alone… Read More
Thank you, Aili Lopez, Program Director at Create Community Studios, for the arts and crafts classes you bring to our programs at RISE. Last week, Rain House residents had fun making Christmas decorations to add to their tree!
Elaina, a RISE Housing and Support Services Supported Housing resident, shares this poem about her mother, who recently passed away. Elaina has always found solace in her writing, but after such a profound loss, she could not find the peace she needed when attempting to write as she usually would when turning to her best… Read More
Thank you Kendra Farstad, Muralist and Artist for the amazing murals at Dominic Hollow! Kendra shares, “My current project, facilitated through RISE Housing and Support Services, is one good example of the types of projects that I try to work on.” We thank you for sharing her skills to brighten our community Room at Dominic… Read More
