What they reported doing
- #1 primary $144KCOMMUNITY SERVICES ANOTHER'S PURPOSE IS A VOCATIONAL PROGRAM DESIGNED TO ASSIST RESIDENTS WITH OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMPLOYMENT AS WELL AS VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY. ANOTHER'S PURPOSE HAS ASSISTED INDIVIDUALS WITH APPLYING FOR EMPLOYMENT AND MAINTAINING EMPLOYMENT AS WELL AS CONNECTING INDIVIDUALS WITH VESID. CLIENTS HAVE VOLUNTEERED THROUGH BELL RINGING WITH THE SALVATION ARMY AND COOKING AND SERVING MEALS AT THE COMMUNITY LUNCHBOX. ANOTHER'S PURPOSE ALSO PROVIDES INDOOR AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES SUCH AS CAMPING TRIPS, A BASEBALL TRIP TO NEW YORK CITY AND GOING ON SHOPPING TRIPS TO MALONE AND PLATTSBURGH. SOME OF THE ACTIVITIES THAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE PARTICIPATED IN ARE PLAYING BOARD GAMES, GOING TO THE MOVIES, PLAYING WII AND GOING BOWLING. THE ON-SITE PANTRY STORE CONTINUES TO OPERATE AND ALLOWS RESIDENTS TO RUN A STORE, SELLING SNACKS AND SUPPLIES SUCH AS SHAMPOO, SOAP, RAZORS ETC., GIVING THEM THE ABILITY TO KEEP TRACK OF INVENTORY, HANDLING CASH AND VARIOUS OTHER JOB SKILLS. ANOTHER'S PURPOSE SERVED 29 INDIVIDUALS DURING 2024. THE COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES PROGRAM HELPS INDIVIDUALS IN THE COMMUNITY WHO ARE NOT FORMALLY CONNECTED WITH OTHER SERVICES BUT WHO MAY HAVE EMERGENCY NEEDS SUCH AS CLOTHING, FOOD, TRANSPORTATION AND AT TIMES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. DURING 2024, WE PROVIDED ASSISTANCE TO 15 INDIVIDUALS.
- #2 $81KCARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES OUR HEALTH HOME CARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTINUED TO GROW IN 2024. LAKESIDE HOUSE SERVED OVER 37 INDIVIDUALS IN THE PROGRAM. HEALTH HOME CARE MANAGEMENT IS A SERVICE THAT HELPS CONNECT PEOPLE TO THE RESOURCES IN THE COMMUNITY THAT CAN HELP THEM ACHIEVE THEIR OVERALL SOCIAL, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS.
What they call their work
What they do
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 2 activities
- Supportive housing servicesProvided rental assistance, bill payment support, grocery shopping, medication management, and transportation to medical appointments for 13 individuals in 2023 and ongoing support including furnishings and weekly visits for 9 individuals in 2022.
- Transitional housing facilityOperated an 8-bed transitional housing facility serving homeless individuals, primarily from Franklin and Essex Counties.
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Emergency assistance servicesProvided emergency aid including food, clothing, transportation, and financial support to 15 individuals in the community during 2024.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Health home care managementDelivered care management services connecting individuals to medical, behavioral, and social health resources, serving 21 clients in 2023 and over 37 people in 2024.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Vocational and employment support programOffered employment support, volunteer opportunities, and community activities through a vocational program serving 29 individuals in 2024.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PETER WOOD | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $69K |
| MARC CZADZECK | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $44K |
| SARAH WALRATH | INTERIM EXEC | 40 | $28K |
- BRIAN PELKEY — BOARD MEMBER
- CAMELIA SHERIDAN — PRESIDENT
- CHUCK VANANDEN — BOARD MEMBER
- DIANE BRYJAK — BOARD MEMBER
- DONALD MORGAN — BOARD MEMBER
- JODI LUXFORD — BOARD MEMBER
- JOE KEEGAN — BOARD MEMBER
- JULIE CONNORS — SECRETARY/TR
- KATHLEEN DOWD-MALONEY — BOARD MEMBER
- THOMAS FINCH — VICE PRESIDE
Who they work with
- Adirondack Health Institute Network — Listed provider within the Adirondack Health Institute network for health home care management services.
- Ecumenical Council Partner — Partners with the Ecumenical Council to provide services to homeless individuals.
- Essex County DSS Partner — Works collaboratively with Essex County Department of Social Services to support homeless individuals.
- Franklin County DSS Partner — Works collaboratively with Franklin County Department of Social Services to support homeless individuals.
- Salvation Army Partner — Collaborates with residents volunteering through bell ringing and receives referrals or coordinated services.
- VESID Partner — Connects individuals to Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID) for employment support.
How they approach the work
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- Integrated Care Management 191 orgsmethodology: integrated_care_managementBy coordinating social, physical, and mental health services, the organization holistically addresses client needs because integrated support systems improve health outcomes and service engagement.shared approach: Holistic Integration Model →
- Vocational Rehabilitation through On-Site Enterprise 10 orgsmethodology: vocational_rehabilitationBy engaging residents in vocational programming and operating an on-site store, the organization builds job readiness skills and promotes employment because experiential learning in a supported work environment fosters practical skill development and workforce integration.shared approach: Integrated Workforce Ecosystem →