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
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
