Michelle, like many individuals living with mental health challenges, had been experiencing a “flattened affect,” an underlying symptom of several mental and physical health conditions as well as a side effect of some medications. “I never wanted to do anything, even when my sisters or my friends reached out to me.” The symptoms which… Read More
Thank you Starbucks for the generous donation of breakfast treats to help the residents at Edgewood House celebrate Mental Health Awareness month! It was a delicious way to celebrate. Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in May since 1949. and was started by the Mental Health America (MHA) organization. Each year Mental Health America… Read More
Please join us in congratulating the May Staff Recognition Recipients! Rise to the Extra Mile Recognition The Rise to the Extra Mile Recognition Award is given to highly motivated individuals who go that extra mile in their job. Rise to the Extra Mile honorees get to park in a designated parking space at the RISE… Read More
RISE would like to thank the Hudson River Community Credit Union (HRCCU) for the generous donation of the land to be used to build apartments with affordable housing and supported housing units. We believe the apartments will add to the vitality and strength of the Corinth community by meeting the need for safe and affordable… Read More
RISE Housing and Support Services is proud to recognize Mental Health Month. RISE encourages people to talk about their experiences in a continued effort to destigmatize mental health and to further the movement toward significant cultural, political, and policy changes surrounding mental health. RISE residents shared what having good mental health means to them including… Read More
The Saratoga County Alliance to End Homelessness contributed this article that was posted in the Saratoga Today, Spotlight on Veterans & Community Housing Coalition In honor of Memorial Day, the Saratoga County Alliance to End Homelessness would like to spotlight the tireless efforts of local service provider, Veterans & Community Housing Coalition (VCHC), to support… Read More
The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health was published in the CapitalEAP Newsletter and written by Kristi Zalinka, EAP Intern. Thank you CapitalEAP for permission to share this important information on our blog. The human brain is wired with an inherent desire for connection. We are hardwired to connect with others and have meaningful… Read More
Congratulations to Janessa Ellmers, the recipient of the April Staff on the Rise recognition! Janessa was recently promoted to Senior Adult Care Manager. She demonstrates an excellent work ethic, often going above and beyond her duties by taking on extra projects that makes both her and her coworkers’ jobs easier. She is a team player… Read More
RISE is excited to announce that we’ve received a capital funding award from HCR to begin construction on Dominic Hollow Apartments. The following is the announcement that was made in The Daily Gazette. A planned apartment complex just south of Ballston Spa that will be geared to those who need support to live independently is… Read More
Lucinda made this beautiful Diamond Dotz® butterfly and presented it to RISE Housing and Support Services in appreciation of the services she has received since being in our housing programs. When presenting her artwork to our staff, she shared with us why she made it and how doing arts and crafts helps her maintain her… Read More
