In-depth information about our programs, and about new programs RISE Housing and Support Services is developing.
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for this event—whether you enjoyed a plate of pancakes, volunteered your time, or simply showed up to lend your support. The morning was filled with good food, great company, and most importantly, the shared sense that we are all in this together.… Read More
From Street Homelessness to Independent Living Michael is a resident in the Riverview ESSHI Apartments. The ESSHI Apartments are permanent supportive housing units. They provide support services to enhance Michael’s ability to successfully live independently in the community. For Michael, the best part of independent living is that it gives him the ability to focus… Read More
At RISE, we are excited to announce a transformative new partnership with the Saratoga Springs Police Department (SSPD) that aims to strengthen our outreach and engagement services. This collaboration is designed to enhance support for individuals in need and to foster positive relationships between the police and those we serve in our community. The Saratoga… Read More
Homebase is under construction! Bonacio Construction is constructing Homebase Therapeutic Community Center that RISE Housing and Support Services will be operating soon! Homebase will be a low-barrier, psychosocial day program that will provide a supportive, safe community for vulnerable citizens to simply exist and be accepted. The Homebase program will be conveniently located at the RISE… Read More
RISE appreciates The Giving Circle for their dedication to individuals experiencing homelessness and to the Adelphi Street shelter! The Giving Circle Outreach Team has been helping those living on the streets and in shelters for the past 12 years. The outreach team consists of Rachael Dwyer, Melissa Phillips, Patty Riggi, Jay Scarborough, and Jack Sullivan.… Read More
January is Mental Wellness Month. Please join us in promoting mental wellness this January and throughout 2025! Mental Wellness is the ability to cope with life’s stressors while maintaining a good quality of life. It is utilizing the right tools and resources to find resilience when life feels depleting. With your generous support, RISE continues… Read More
The Riverview ESSHI residents enjoyed a very fun and festive holiday party! Thank you ESSHI staff for putting on such a wonderful event!
Hedgerow House residents enjoyed a very fun and festive holiday party! We appreciate our staff going the extra mile to make the holiday enjoyable for the residents – especially Nicole Smarro, the Program Director of our new Residential Rehabilitation Program for dressing up as Santa!
RISE would like to thank the Empty Stocking Project a program through The Saratoga County Children’s Committee for the generous donation of gifts for the families our Care Management Team serves. The Empty Stocking Project is the largest and most widely recognized program of the Saratoga County Children’s Committee. There are hundreds of children living within Saratoga… Read More
As winter arrives, hundreds of people remain on the street in Saratoga County. The journey to supportive housing can be difficult, but for some, securing shelter and services is a lifeline. This article was originally published in WAMC Northeast Public Radio. While Saratoga County is one of the fastest-growing regions of New York, and has… Read More
