by Adrienne Parker | Aug 10, 2026 | Guest Stories, News, Uncategorized
“I always knew I was different…” -Mia To fully understand Mia’s story, you have to go back to when she was 13 years old, living with her parents in Upstate New York. Her father served in the military and was frequently deployed. During one of...
by Adrienne Parker | Jul 13, 2026 | Guest Stories, News, Uncategorized
“I couldn’t do this journey without him.” -Jashaad, on experiencing homelessness with his rescue dog, Declan Wherever there’s Jashaad, there’s Declan close behind—and they wouldn’t have it any other way. Jashaad adopted Declan, then named Buddy,...
by sheltersofsaratoga | Jun 8, 2026 | Guest Stories, News, Uncategorized
“I’m very kind-hearted. I care about people. I really love animals. I hate violence. I’m just a very peaceful person.” -David, resident David is soft-spoken, compassionate, and deeply thoughtful—the kind of person who never imagined he would...
by sheltersofsaratoga | May 4, 2026 | Guest Stories, Uncategorized
“I feel like I’m just starting to begin again.” That’s how Ivan describes this moment in his life. A client of Shelters of Saratoga over the past few years, Ivan speaks openly about a past shaped by instability, resilience, and hard-earned perspective. As a...
by info@sheltersofsaratoga.org | Apr 10, 2026 | Guest Stories, Uncategorized
Khalil’s story is shaped by the loss of connection and the end of his marriage, experiences that deeply affected his sense of stability and belonging. As his relationships shifted, he found himself navigating grief and isolation. His journey through Shelters of...
by info@sheltersofsaratoga.org | Mar 6, 2026 | Guest Stories
Julia greets the world with a gentle strength that’s hard to miss. The groundedness she carries today reflects a long road of heartbreak, survival, and steady work to rebuild her life. Born and raised in upstate New York, Julia’s world shattered at fifteen when a...
