Client Stories

Nina came to us when she left her abusive relationship. She kept coming back because she found safety and family at VOA.

Rick, a Marine Corps veteran and three-time Purple Heart recipient, has struggled with Post-Traumatic Stress since leaving the service in 1972. Through support from his peers, and vice versa, he's starting to feel the weight lifting off of his shoulders.

Since coming to VOA, Jacob has gotten a job, traveled across the country, and is working on getting his drivers license, all while learning how to manage both an intellectual disability and a mental illness.

Michele Savino, Director of Residential Services for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities on Staten Island provides insight on the importance of Burt and Barbara's Gifts of the Heart for her residents.

Sasha found stability and direction with the help of Volunteers of America. Learn how she turned her life around.

Dan's life has been touched by addiction multiple times, but thanks to one of our programs he was able to get a fresh start.

Meet David, a man with his own set of challenges that doesn't hold him back from improving himself and building relationships.

One man's struggle with mental illness, substance abuse and homelessness.

This veteran was able to get his Master's degree with help from VOA-GNY and The Home Depot Foundation.