Congratulations to one of our residents, Ms. Camila Acevedo, a proud mom of her daughter’s recent academic accomplishments at her 6th-grade school’s award ceremony. Ms. Acevedo’s daughter received the “Top Chief” Award for having one of the highest academic grades in her 6th-grade class. Ms. Acevedo shared the following words with her Case Manager, Mr. […]
Empowering a New Beginning: Thomas Houge’s Journey
At Riverside House, we believe in empowering individuals to rebuild their lives through compassion and support. Recently, we witnessed a heartwarming moment that captured the spirit of our mission. Thomas Houge, a resident of the Homeless Trust, received a generous donation from our clothing closet that will help him start a new chapter in his […]
Join us for our Celebrate Recovery Group Meeting
Join us every Wednesday for our Celebrate Recovery Group Meeting, led by Riverside House CEO, Cleveland Bell III. We look forward to seeing you there! For more details, please see below. WHAT: Celebrate Recovery Group is a 12-step faith-based program. WHO: It is a biblically based approach to help us achieve long lasting recovery by […]
Riverside House Backpack Supply Drive 2024
We are seeking in-kind and/or monetary donations for our Riverside House Backpack Supply Drive. Backpacks and other essentials help our homeless residents in their day-to-day lives. From public travel to job searching, backpacks are key to helping our residents in their journey to independence. For an in-kind donation, please visit us Monday through Thursday from […]
Behavioral Health Journey Program: Empowering Residents to Quit Tobacco for Good
We’re thrilled to share the journey of our residents who recently enrolled in the Behavioral Health Journey Program. Over six weeks, these residents have taken the steps toward a healthier, tobacco-free life. Whether they are aiming to quit smoking, reduce their tobacco use, or explore the path to becoming tobacco-free, residents were able to engage […]
MenUp: Helping Male Residents Reconnect With Their Families
Congratulations to our residents who have completed their 13-course fatherhood program with the help of Michael Bermudez at MenUp. MenUp is a program that helps build flourishing families and communities by promoting positive relationships between fathers and youth by equipping fathers to learn new skills for strengthening their relationships with their kids. By the end […]
Operation Summer Relief 2024 Launched to Help Miami’s Homeless Population
On July 29th, we were honored to join Daphne Saba, representing the City of Miami Beach and the Office of the Mayor and Commission, during her press conference announcing the launch of Operation Summer Relief. During this month-long initiative, Riverside House, alongside other partners, will work together to encourage the city’s homeless population to take […]
Sugar 4 Kids Back to School Book Bag Donation Benefits Children of Formerly Incarcerated Parents
A big thank you to Mary Faison and Sugar 4 Kids for their generous donation of back-to-school items and book bags! Because of their support, we were able to distribute nine backpacks to five of our residents, helping their children start the school year off right. At Riverside House, we assist men and women in […]
Riverside House Staff and Clients Attend Resource Fair by Transitions
At Riverside House, we’re committed to supporting our clients on their journey to reintegrate into the community. Recently, Daniella and Diana from Riverside House visited a resource fair hosted by Transitions, a nonprofit dedicated to lifting individuals out of the cycle of crime and poverty for 48 years. Transitions offer vital services such as job […]
Emergency Shelter Resident Gives Back to Community
Arnoldo has been a resident of the Riverside House Emergency Shelter Program for six months, and during this time, he has demonstrated remarkable dedication to both personal and spiritual growth. His journey within our program has been one of transformation and self-betterment. Arnoldo has consistently volunteered his time and energy at Riverside United Methodist Church, […]









