Commissioner Tim Coll and Commissioner Minita Sanghvi commemorate the instillation of collection boxes with QR Codes in downtown Saratoga Springs designed to reduce panhandling while still helping the individuals experiencing homelessness. These Donation Boxes were organized and funded by the Downtown Special Assessment District Board. “The purposes of these boxes are to give the public… Read More
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of Riverview Apartments, a new 60-unit affordable apartment building in the town of Corinth, Saratoga County. The $24 million zero-emissions development includes 30 supportive units with on-site services for eligible households. In the past five years, New York State Homes and Community Renewal has created or preserved more… Read More
RISE Housing and Support Services proudly presents The Rocky Horror Picture Show Fundraising Event! RISE chose Rocky Horror as the center of our signature fundraising event because of the positive impact it had (and continues to have) on individuals who have been made to feel alien, outside, or even outcast from society. For more details… Read More
Please join us in congratulating the August 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. Please join us in congratulating Coty Patenaude, Senior Counselor at Rain House, as the… 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 Elaina. Writing and creating poetry is a great way for many people to self-affirm their personal power and creativity. Over the past few years, Elaina, a RISE Support Services… Read More
This Article was originally published in the Saratoga Today. Passing an unhoused person on the street do you ever wonder what happened in their life that led to their current circumstances? And what’s next? What goes through your mind when you see an unhoused teen or young adult? Often, they are runaways, maybe… Read More
Please join us in congratulating Heather Ball, the recipient of the July 2024 Staff on the Rise recognition and on her recent promotion to the Housing First Coordinator! Heather’s dedication to the clients she serves, and her willingness to go above and beyond for her team members exemplify the qualities of a Staff on the… Read More
Summer time is a great time to get out and explore the great outdoors! In our residential programs we understand that being outside can help decrease anxiety levels and help lessen stress thus, provide our residents with opportunities to get out and enjoy nature! Hedgerow House staff plans weekly recreations for the residents to be… Read More
Please join us in congratulating the July 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. Please join us in congratulating Tammy Burke, Human Resources Assistant, as the July Rise… Read More
RISE Housing and Support Services offers an internship program for undergraduate and graduate students majoring in social work, social science, human services, or psychology. The internship program offers students clinical and administrative rotations for a macro and micro view of the philosophies of harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and person-centered planning. “What I like most… Read More
