News and Events
What's Going On At Unity House?
Planting Seeds
Unity House has created a new position dedicated to building its future pool of direct support professionals. The key goals of the Outreach Coordinator post are to situate Unity House as an employer of choice in the communities we serve, and encourage young people to consider pursuing a career in human services. Read the full article: Planting Seeds
Built on Integrity: CEO’s Perspective
I’ve heard a lot recently about new efforts to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse from our nation’s Medicaid system. You’re a critical member of our family of supporters. Knowing that Unity House gets more than three quarters of its funding through Medicaid, you might have questions. Read the full article: Built on Integrity: CEO’s Perspective
We Asked, You Answered
Over the winter, Unity House put out calls for your advocacy. Thank you for responding. Non-profits across New York State urged legislators to increase funding… Read the full article: We Asked, You Answered
Grants & Gifts
Unity House is the grateful recipient of funding from: Assemblymember Anna Kelles – $135,500 To improve five IRAs (group homes) in Tompkins County. The project… Read the full article: Grants & Gifts
Heather’s Story: Safe, Heard, and Empowered
At 13, Heather Gansert was given her first drink. That same year, she was introduced to drugs and was raped at a party. What followed was 34 years of addiction, abuse, and survival. She lost herself in substances, endured daily violence, and nearly died at the hands of an abusive boyfriend. But that’s not where her story ends.
With the help of Unity House, Heather began to heal, reclaim her life, and reconnect with the one person she cared about most: her 26-year-old son. Read the full article: Heather’s Story: Safe, Heard, and Empowered
Improving Accessibility in Tompkins County
Unity House has won a new $135,500 state grant to make improvements at five IRAs (Individualized Residential Alternative) for people with developmental disabilities in Tompkins… Read the full article: Improving Accessibility in Tompkins County
Unity Employment Services expands programming, employment support to Tompkins County
Unity House’s Unity Employment Services has officially expanded into Tompkins County, bringing new opportunities for people with disabilities to access vocational training, job development, and… Read the full article: Unity Employment Services expands programming, employment support to Tompkins County
A Strong Community
Dear Friends, Unity House was founded by a community of people dedicated to ensuring that all people get a shot at their best lives, regardless… Read the full article: A Strong Community
Confidence in Care
Kang Meng has received residential and day services from Unity House for 30 years. His sister, Hsien-Ann, is a music professor at Howard Community College… Read the full article: Confidence in Care