by sheltersofsaratoga | Feb 18, 2025 | Guest Stories
“I would not be in a very good spot, had I not ended up here.” -Rachel Meet Rachel, a mother of 3 boys, in her 40’s, who has been a guest at our Walworth Street Emergency Shelter for 5 months. She grew up in South Glens Falls, NY, experiencing a fairly stable...
by Bo Goliber | Dec 10, 2024 | Guest Stories
Photo: Dennis Yusko, Times Union I wrote the following story in December of 2012, when I worked at Franklin Community Center. I was so moved by my interaction with Nancy and her story, that I wrote down the words from my heart to properly reflect upon it. Nothing...
by sheltersofsaratoga | Nov 18, 2024 | Guest Stories
Michele’s story begins in Philadelphia, where her childhood was marked by neglect and hardship. Raised by a drug-addicted mother and an alcoholic stepfather, Michele grew up in an environment dominated by drugs, alcohol, and violence. Her sister and she were...
by sheltersofsaratoga | Jun 27, 2024 | Guest Stories
Keri’s journey has been one of resilience, strength, and hope. Keri was born in Smithtown, NY, and moved to Oregon as a young child. Upon her return to New York, Keri built a life for herself, working diligently as a nursing home aide for seven years. But in...
by sheltersofsaratoga | May 2, 2024 | Guest Stories
In our Emergency Shelter, we don’t just provide a safe place to sleep—we offer a fresh start. One of the many who have found refuge and hope within our walls is Jamie. Jamie’s journey to our emergency shelter began in the aftermath of a domestic violence situation, a...
by sheltersofsaratoga | Feb 28, 2024 | Guest Stories, Uncategorized
During a recent visit to our Code Blue shelter, I had the privilege of meeting three extraordinary individuals: John, Susan, and Karen, who were recently housed from our Code Blue shelter. Their stories shed light on the challenges faced by those experiencing...
