RISE in the News

Lifestyles of Saratoga 2nd Annual Give Back Gift Wrap Bar Raises $2,000 for RISE

The true spirit of the holidays was on full display in Lifestyles of Saratoga’s elegantly decorated window on Broadway in December 2021. The shop hosted its second annual Gift Wrap Bar benefitting a local non-profit organization. Holiday shoppers were encouraged to stop by Lifestyles of Saratoga, Caroline & Main, and Union Hall (all owned by… Read More

The Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church Donates $20,000

RISE would like to thank the Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church of Saratoga Springs (PNECC) for their donation of $20,000 to RISE Housing and Support Services in support of the City of Saratoga Springs Community Outreach Court (formerly known as the Homeless Court), closing the funding gap for 2021. In the fall of 2020, the Saratoga… Read More

Sybil Newell: The Importance of Supportive Housing

“Supportive housing provides that extra level of support that allows people remain independent in their communities.” RISE Housing and Support Services is expanding our agency with the development of two new supportive housing programs, the first one, Dominic Hollow, is currently under development in Ballston Spa and the other one is planned for the future… Read More

Dominic Hollow Groundbreaking Ceremony

    On November 30, 2021, RISE Housing and Support Services proudly celebrated breaking ground on Dominic Hollow Apartments in Ballston Spa. When completed, Dominic Hollow will consist of sixty apartments.  Thirty units are designated as affordable housing or “work force” units for individuals and families in the general community earning at or below 60… Read More

Affordable Housing Needs More Bus Routes, Advocates Say

This article, by Kathleen Moore, discussing RISE Housing and Support Services affording housing project, Dominic Hollow, appeared in the Albany Times-Union on Dec. 1, 2021. BALLSTON – As property values climb so high that some young teachers in Saratoga County can’t cover their rent, a new affordable housing development is under way to help. The… Read More

RISE Receives Funding to Build Dominic Hollow Apartments!

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

First 5 Months of New City Homeless Court Proves Successful

The Saratoga County Alliance to End Homelessness contributed this article that was posted in the Saratoga Today, First 5 Months of New City Homeless Court Proves Successful On October 22, 2020, City Court Judge, Francine Vero, presided over the first session of the Homeless Court in Saratoga Springs. Since then, about 90% of individuals agreeing to… Read More

We Have a New Name: RISE Housing and Support Services

After more than four decades providing quality housing, mental health, and substance use support services – we have a NEW NAME: RISE Housing and Support Services! We felt the name Transitional Services Association no longer aligned with our organization’s culture and vision. Our name should inspire hope and action – a welcoming brand that embraces… Read More

Funding Renewed to Offer More Supported and Affordable Housing in Saratoga County

RISE Healthy Housing and Support Services is pleased to announce that their Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) grant has been renewed. The New York State ESSHI program provides service and operating funding for congregate supportive housing across the State. RISE will use the funds to operate 30 supported housing units in a 60-unit apartment… Read More

Saratoga County Street Outreach Model Guides Homelessness Effort

The Saratoga County Alliance to End Homelessness contributed this article that was posted in the Saratoga Today, Saratoga County Street Outreach Model Guides Homelessness Effort We are all guilty of compassion fatigue and frustration at times. Witnessing a persistent community problem —or need— depending on your vantage point, with little insight into the solution can… Read More