Margot – An Inside Look at Homelessness
Please join us in recognizing Homelessness Awareness Month. Margot, who has experienced homelessness at various times in her life, shares her experiences and gives us an inside look at homelessness.
Empowering thru Advocacy
Advocacy promotes equality, social justice, social inclusion, and human rights. It aims to make things happen in the most direct and empowering ways possible. It recognizes that self-advocacy – whereby people, perhaps with encouragement and support, speak out and act on their own behalf – is the ultimate aim.
Proctors Collaborative Announces Sponsorship of Ambassador Program
Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP and BST & Co. CPAs, LLP Named Joint Sponsors in New $250,000 Over Five-Year Agreement The Proctors Collaborative Ambassador Program announced at a press conference, held on July 9, 2024, a five-year joint sponsorship with Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP and BST & Co. CPAs LLP. The Ambassador programs are… Read More
RISE Celebrates Inclusivity
At RISE we seek to create a welcoming, inclusive environment for both our staff and our residents to be who they are and give them opportunities to succeed based on their abilities.
Renee: How Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) Turned Her Life Around
After a year and a half on AOT, Renee is successfully regaining the independence she lost when she experienced an increase in her mental health symptoms. She is working towards obtaining her own apartment in the community and she has hopes of becoming a certified peer counselor so that she can help others like her succeed.… Read More
Breaking the Stigma on Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT)
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
Universal Preservation Hall Ambassador Program
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
Putting Housing First at Dominic Hollow
At RISE, we believe people can focus on making positive changes in their lives when they have a safe place to live. Thus, we believe in putting housing first – by not requiring people to address their concerns before accessing housing. Join us in creating awareness during homelessness awareness month. Creating Community. Supporting Success.… Read More
Advocate Follows Recovery from Addiction with Mentorship
This story and video was published on the Spectrum News Website. In his late teens, Joe Cavallo’s life took a dark turn. A traumatic experience pushed him towards substance use and isolation, and legal troubles only added to his struggles. But at a crucial turning point, he found hope in an unexpected place: Hedgerow… Read More
Youth Care Management Helps Alleviate Back-to-School Anxiety and Depression
Back-to-school can be stressful for youth and teens with anxiety and depression concerns. New classes, new teachers, new schools, peer pressure, and fitting in are just a few of the causes of increased anxiety and depression. If you are or know a teen needing help, RISE Youth Care Management is here for you. Reach out… Read More
Owen Virgilio: How LBGTQ+ Prejudices Affects Mental Health
Owen Virgilio, Progressive Steps Apartment Program (PSAP) Counselor, shares his story of being a transman and how prejudices against LBGTQ+ individuals affect his mental health. I am open and proud to be a transman, but the prejudices we in the LBGTQ+ community face have affected my mental health. In the past I’ve faced prejudices at… Read More