Today at Living Resources

Halloween may have come and gone, but the memories (and leftover treats) are still very much alive! This year, Living Resources went all out, transforming the office and our programs across the capital region into hubs of spooky, sweet celebration. From vampires to superheroes, our staff and participants truly brought the Halloween spirit to life. And let’s not forget the endless supply of candy and treats! At our main office, the excitement was palpable as trick-or-treaters made their rounds. Whether dressed in elaborate costumes or coming just as themselves, everyone joined in the fun, creating an atmosphere that was both [...]

Cason is a graduate of the 2024 College Experience class. During her time in the program, she showed an interest in retail and childcare, having held internships at both Peter Harris and Mercy Care for Kids. It was at Mercy Care for Kids where she found her calling. She instantly connected with the children and showed empathy with them. As one of her post-graduation goals, Cason decided she wanted to work as a Teaching Assistant (TA) at a daycare. Cason worked with her job coach and interviewed at the Anderson Center, a special education preschool that provides children ages three [...]

Canaan Cassano has known what he wanted to do with his life since he was in 5th grade. Today, he is living out his dream of working with computers right here at Living Resources. Canaan is a graduate of Living Resources’ College Experience Program and now he works part-time as a Computer Support Specialist. Canaan began his career in computers as an intern at Bethlehem High School. There, he assisted with setting up and troubleshooting audio/visual equipment. From there, he went on to intern at the College of Saint Rose prior to their closure. In October of 2023, he began [...]

Recently, our Employment Services and Community Living programs came together to hold employment learning sessions for individuals in our Supportive Living program. These sessions allow individuals to learn about the qualities that make a responsible employee, as well as the proper way to conduct themselves in a professional setting. Professionalism was the theme of the day in this past session, with individuals sharing stories of their first jobs and what they learned about professionalism through that employment experience. Sessions like these are vital to promoting a life of dignity, independence, and happiness by giving individuals the tools they need [...]

All amazing things take a lot of time.  Sometimes they take approximately 35 years to cook into a macabre cinematic potion.  On that note, the Alumni Activities Club was very excited to see the long-awaited Beetlejuice sequel starring three of the original actors from the first movie all the way back in 1988!  Friday, September 6 was the big day that so many have been waiting for so very long! Rob Corso and Jesse Saperstein excitedly went to the Crossgates Mall and were photographed with a Cos Play Player who went all out for this amazing moment.  The movie did [...]

One of the most rewarding parts about working in this field is watching the individuals you support work on goals and crush them. We celebrate the big and the small wins here at Living Resources, but today we’d like to highlight a big win for Chris. One of Chris’ goals is to pursue healthier lifestyle habits including cooking himself healthy meals and going for walks. Three years ago, Chris was not a fan of vegetables, and he showed little restraint when it came to buying processed foods at the grocery store. Chris picked out four recipes to try this summer [...]

August is National Diversity Awareness Month, and our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team celebrated in their signature fashion- with a party! They held a Meet and Greet social at our main office in Albany. Staff members were treated to a spectacular array of culturally diverse foods and beverages while getting to know the members of our DEI Team, who were on hand to mingle and answer questions about their committee. Our DEI committee launched in 2023 and has been enthusiastically committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and [...]

This summer, Living Resources delighted in a sweet series of Ice Cream Socials, bringing together our vibrant community across our multiple hubs. Each event was a scoop-filled celebration of joy, connection, and inclusion. These socials weren’t just about indulging in delicious treats—they were a wonderful opportunity for our staff and individuals to connect, bond, and feel celebrated. A heartfelt thank you to each of you who made this summer season a sweet success! Your involvement and enthusiasm added an extra layer of sweetness to our mission, proving once again that together, we can create a world full [...]

Congrats to the Incoming College Experience Students! The first day of college can be scary, and when you’re leaving home for the first time is even more so. On Monday, August 12, Living Resources’ The College Experience welcomed new students into the program on the Russell Sage campus. As part of orientation week students have been taking the time to familiarize themselves with their surroundings. They’ve been learning about their new neighborhood, finding their way around campus, enrolling in classes, and making new friends. Students mingled and broke the ice with new friends at a pizza [...]

Recently, individuals took part in a social media safety workshop. In this two-day training, individuals were coached on ways to stay safe on the different social media platforms. Topics discussed included what types of things to post online (public vs. private), catfishing and scams, and more. The two-day social media workshop is offered as an adjunct to our Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Group (next group starts August 20). The Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Group is a fact-based psychoeducational group teaching sexual health, consent, dating and breaking up, and more. The social media workshop is interactive, engaging participants [...]