Rough Sleepers: a term for those who are homeless and often sleep outdoors Have you heard of Tracy Kidder’s book? Author Tracy Kidder will be visiting the Capital Region and will be interviewed by WAMC’s Joe Donahue at Page Hall, as part of an event with the NYS Writer’s Institute at SUNYA. The interview will… more
Troy Youth make Public Art Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services Team are inviting youth ages 10-17 years to join staff in designing and painting new community benches. The benches are to be public seating in the green spaces adjacent to the Kathryn Allen Center for Domestic Violence Services, located at 6 102nd Street in Lansingburgh. The… more
6th Annual Event at Unity House Join us for our annual event to mark International Women’s Day on Mary 8th. Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services Team will be hosting an online panel to discuss and celebrate all women. To register for this free event, please reach out Ali List at AList@unityhouseny.org or visit here. Unity… 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
Among the Trailblazers Tabitha Dunn, Director of the Domestic Violence Services program at Unity House, has been named a 2024 Trailblazer by the Women’s Fund of the Capital Region. Tabitha Dunn first came to UH in 2001 to provide babysitting for children while their mothers attended counseling meetings. In her 2+ decades at Unity House,… more
First Impressions Boost Confidence Landing a new job and starting work in a new workplace can be daunting. Imagine if you had the added stress of what to wear when you don’t have a lot of options. Thanks to a partnership between Unity House and the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), help is available… more
For Your Staff or Organization Unity House offers training on a variety of topics. These presentations are suitable for staff or professional development days when you bring your team together. For more information and a conversation, contact Stefanie Bastien, Director of Development and Communications at (518) 274-2607 x4133 or SBastien@UnityHouseNY.org
Online portal even allows for directing support to agencies like Unity House Making a donation to the United Way helps in lots of ways. Donors can choose to make a one-time donation, or opt for payroll deduction, spreading their support throughout the year. You an also designate your dollars to support causes you care about… more
Newsletter Available Online The Unity House Newsletter is now available online. You can view it by clicking Fall/Winter Newsletter 2023. If you would like a hard copy of the newsletter mailed to you, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at (518) 274-2633 x4133.
Radio Station 100.9/107.1 The Cat gives back Albany Broadcasting’s Cat-a-Bration at O’Toole’s Restaurant in Colonie is their annual celebration. Now in its third year, it’s a chance to come together and celebrate the season, while raising awareness about Capital Region causes. This year, the organization highlighted by The Cat is Unity House. The focus is… more