Founded in 1949, Capital City Rescue Mission is a nonprofit, charitable organization that provides food, clothing, shelter and gospel services to homeless people. Located in Albany, N.Y., it operates an on-site educational learning center and medical clinics. Capital City Rescue Mission serves individuals with chronic alcoholism, drug addiction and psychiatric disorders. It organizes various recreational activities and celebrations, such as picnics, parties and concerts. In addition, it offers a residential rehabilitation program that includes substance abuse sessions, professional counseling, vocational therapies and health care services. The organization also provides a transitional program for women and children that includes anger management, work therapies, spiritual support and addiction recovery services.