Enter our Raffle for your chance to win If you’ve lived in the Capital Region for more than 5 minutes, you know that Drue Sanders Custom Jewelers does the best work around. Their pieces are stunning in their beauty and expert in their craftsmanship. Drue Sanders has crafted a beautiful piece for Unity House. We… more
A Community Conversation Unity House’s Supported Housing Program and Case Management Services will join Assemblymember John McDonald III to discuss the importance of community housing options for adults living with persistent mental illness. Our Breakfast Conversation, one of a series, is a small meetup of experts on the topic and interested community members. Led by… more
Public Art as a means to engage, create, and heal The proposed mural would bring youth, local artists, and neighborhood stakeholders together for the community to create a mural. The mural would help memorialize recent neighborhood children who became victims of gun violence. Artists on Board: We are grateful to the below artists who have… more
Please join Unity House at our charitable golf tournament We are looking forward to a great day of golf at Schuyler Meadows on Monday, May 8th. Come join us! Gather your foursome today!! Foursome: $765 Individual: $200 Seniors, age 65 and up: $165 Questions? Reach out! Events@UnityHouseNY.org or call (518) 274-2607 On behalf of… more
Loss of program means loss of donation source AmazonSmile, the mega-retailer’s program that gave a small percentage of eligible purchases to charities that registered, has gone away. With it goes a steady source of donations. Ways to help charities left in the lurch Consider setting up a recurring donation. Recurring gifts, a monthly or quarterly… more
Running (and Walking!) in the CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge Unity House has formed a staff team to participate in the annual competitive race known as the Workforce Team Challenge. Sponsored and hosted by CDPHP in downtown Albany, the race is a chance to come together, get outdoors, and run a fun course. Proceeds from the… more
Teen Dating Violence Awareness & Prevention Month: Resources are available Expert advocates in Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services program are available 24/7 to help those experiencing abuse. For February’s Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we’ve ramped up our outreach to engage more with teens and young adults. You can learn more through our Feb newsletter… more
Among the Trailblazers Gwen Wright, who serves on the Unity House board of directors, has been named a 2023 Trailblazer by the Women’s Fund of the Capital Region. Currently, Gwen serves as the Interim Executive Director of the NYS Coalition Against Sexual Assault. Prior to joining the Unity House board, Gwen retired from the NYS… more
Unity House program works collaboratively to reach teens February marks Teen Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services Program is busy planning community events and outreach activities for February. Orange is the color for Teen Dating Abuse Awareness & Prevention. Consider wearing orange on Wednesday, February 8th. Are you a community… more
For Valentine’s Day, consider a gift of kindness A gift to Unity House can be a way to show appreciation for the services people rely on. It can also be a way to send love to a special someone in your life. A Special Gift This year, instead of candy or flowers, make a gift… more