This article was published in The Saratogian. A project five years in the making is near completion, with RISE Housing & Support Services hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new intensive crisis residence. SunRISE Retreat is the first residence of its kind in the Capital Region, the second one in the entire state, and… Read More
This article was posted in the Daily Gazatte People in the Capital Region experiencing mental health distress or a crisis will soon have a new place to seek care after RISE Housing and Support Services cut the ribbon on SunRISE Retreat Thursday. SunRISE Retreat, an intensive crisis residential program on Kirby Road in Saratoga Springs,… Read More
RISE cut the ceremonial ribbon on at SunRISE Retreat – our new Intensive Crisis Residence. This will be the first residence of its kind in the Capital Region. Representatives from the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner, Senator Jim Tedisco, The City of Saratoga Springs, MayorRon Kim, Dr. Michael Prezioso, Commissioner of the… Read More
Please join us in congratulating the August 2023 Recognition Recipients! Rise to the Extra Mile Recognition The Rise to the Extra Mile Recognition 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 administration… Read More
Please join us in congratulating Brooke Ackerknecht, Senior Youth Care Manger, as the recipient of the August Staff on the Rise recognition and for receiving her Master of Science in Forensic Psychology with Distinction in May of this year. Brooke, who previously worked in Youth Care Management in 2021, returned to RISE in February 2022… Read More
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
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
Summertime is a great time for our programs to get out and enjoy the sunshine and outdoor reactional activities. These types of outings are a regular part of the recovery process at Hedgerow House as engaging in fun sober activities normalizes sobriety and enhances both mental health and substance use recovery. Swimming in the Hudson… Read More
This article was published in the Saratoga Today Newspaper. Homelessness comes in many forms and affects individuals from all walks of life. A housing crisis can happen to anyone at any time, but in certain circumstances it is much more difficult for an individual to overcome and handle. Individuals living with developmental disabilities are a vulnerable population… Read More
The guests and staff at the Adelphi Street Shelter Challenged the Saratoga Springs Police Department basketball game! Lots of fun, laughs, and productive conversations were had by all. Everyone wins when we work together… but we cannot help but brag a bit; RISE won! Way to go, Adelphi Street Shelter guests and staff!
