In a recent article in the Daily News, VOA-GNY’s Street to Home pilot program was mentioned as one of the solutions to combat street homelessness using a Housing First approach. Catherine Trapani, VOA-GNY’s AVP of Public Policy, notes that thousands of vacant supportive housing units could be used immediately for Housing First without risk, potentially housing more people.  Read the full article here.

Brian Moriarty, our Assistant Vice President of Behavioral Health and Specialized Housing, has been recognized as one of City & State New York’s 2025 Trailblazers in Health Care. Read more about Brian’s work and accomplishments here. In a recent article for City & State New York, Brian discusses how the Housing First approach is a critical first step toward recovery and self-sufficiency for individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness. By providing stable housing, individuals can focus on improving their health, seeking treatment for substance use disorders, and pursuing employment opportunities.  Read the full article here.

Rendering of Hillside Grove in Staten Island.

Last week, Governor Hochul met with private sector executives to assure them she will use New York State resources to help them feel safe. The same feeling of safety is exactly what we strive to provide to New York’s most vulnerable citizens: domestic violence survivors, trafficking victims, and others fleeing violence. That is why we are troubled and disappointed to learn that Gov. Hochul has vetoed the SAFE Shelter Act, which would have given our domestic violence shelter providers the funding and flexibility they need to provide emergency shelter to more vulnerable New Yorkers. The Governor rejected this critical legislation…

Volunteers of America-Greater New York along with elected officials and community leaders were urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign the SAFE Shelter Act that would help single domestic violence survivors have access to safe shelter.

Noelle Withers, Executive Vice President and Chief Program Officer Volunteers of America-Greater New York, was recognized by City & State New York as one of their 2023 Above & Beyond Innovators.

“We have a responsibility to meet domestic violence survivors where they are at when seeking shelter. The SAFE Shelter Act would ensure that providers can serve those who need it most without risking fiscal insolvency. Signing this legislation is a logical and important next step for Gov. Hochul to take to ensure New York is a safe haven for domestic violence survivors — no matter whether they are on this journey with family members or alone.” Catherine Trapani, AVP of Public Policy at Volunteers of America-Greater New York joins Wendy Linsalata, Executive Director of L.I. AgainstDomestic Violence, urging Governor Hochul…