Students, staff, and families at Watervliet Elementary collected 6 boxes of children’s pajamas for the Unity House Adopt a Child program. The pajamas- 126 pairs!- will go to Sojourner Place, Unity House’s shelter for children and parents fleeing domestic violence. The collection was part of a joint effort between the national Pajama Program and Scholastic… more
Do you know people in the teaching profession looking for a new opportunity? Consider sharing the news that the Unity Sunshine Program is hiring! You can point them to the Unity House Employment Page Learn more about the position: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Unity House of Troy, Inc., a non-profit multi service agency dedicated to enhancing the… more
Watervliet Youth Pitch In Recognizing the blessings in their own lives, a number of Watervliet youth decided to pay it forward to others in their community by making Christmas about giving. The idea was to take the focus off themselves, and focus on the needs of others. Friends Bless Demand, Isaiah Teabout, Dontae Powell, Mya Sentmier Thomas and Nathan Bellow worked… more
Known for their great cars and great service. Did you know Northeast Acura in Latham also delivers? We’re not talking about cars. We mean toys. Each year, Northeast Acura provides a driver and a van to assist with Unity House’s Adopt a Child holiday gift giving program. It’s an enormous undertaking over two months involving many volunteers and… more
New Coats for Children MVP Health Care delivered dozens of new children’s coats in all sizes. The coats are for Unity House’s Community Resources program, which helps families in need with essentials such as food and clothing, among other things. The delivery was made by MVP’s Community Outreach Vehicle, the big bus often seen around… more
Identification, some money, possibly some tissues. Or a hairbrush, some makeup, maybe even snacks and toys for the children. Imagine if that’s all you had. What if you found yourself seeking refuge in a shelter for victims of domestic violence and arrived with just your purse, along with your children? For Lisa Carson, a woman… more
Unity House is grateful for staff with many talents. Amy Halloran, a Food Security Case Manager in Unity House’s Community Resources program, is also a writer. Her title at Unity House is a bit misleading because, while she addresses the issues of food insecurity, her work focuses on food justice: on nourishing people and community, on teaching, and on learning. If you… more
You know how sometimes kids reach middle school and they can get kind of surly? Maybe some have an attitude and it seems as if their eyes constantly roll back into their heads? Some days it’s enough to make you weep for the future. But not Bake Sale Superstar. She’s a local middle schooler who will give you hope… more
Bank of America donated to support Unity House food programs. Access to a food pantry or a community meal does not just fill an immediate need of hunger, but can also act as a gateway to other needed services. When guests dine in our dining room it’s a chance to talk about SNAP benefits, commonly known as… more
Children at Unity House’s Unity Sunshine Program enjoyed a Thanksgiving Feast with teachers and staff. Over 400 families received Thanksgiving Food Packages, including fresh produce, thanks to generous support and countless food drives. Individuals and families will enjoy a Thanksgiving meal in the Unity House dining room served by staff and volunteers. Dozens of socks,… more