Stories
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March 6, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Jennifer Guy
Jennifer Guy, Front Desk Moniter at Stockholm Family Residence, reminds us that purpose is often revealed in moments we are called to rise up.
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February 6, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Veronica Ortega
Veronica lives out our mission through her faith, service, and teamwork.
Staff, March 6, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Jennifer Guy
Jennifer Guy, Front Desk Moniter at Stockholm Family Residence, reminds us that purpose is often revealed in moments we are called to rise up.
Staff, February 6, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Veronica Ortega
Veronica lives out our mission through her faith, service, and teamwork.
Staff, January 7, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Diane Carey
For over a decade, Diane Carey, Senior Residential Manager, has been a steady presence in our Northern New Jersey residential programs.
Staff, December 5, 2025
Staff Spotlight: Cecil Douglas
Since 2013, Cecil Douglas has been a steady, trusted presence at Cromwell Avenue Safe Haven.
Client, November 25, 2025
A Path Forward with YouthBuild
Naizarie, a New York City native, completed the YouthBuild program and gained hands-on work experience in the construction field.
Staff, November 7, 2025
Staff Spotlight: Maimouna Balde
We’re excited to spotlight Maimouna Balde, Case Manager Supervisor at our Commonwealth Avenue Residence whose work with our supportive housing clients shows the heart of VOA-GNY in action.
Client, August 5, 2025
Off the Streets and Into Stability
After sleeping on city benches and trains for years, 37-year-old Yousef finally feels safe now that he has a room of his own at one of VOA-GNY’s permanent supportive housing programs.
Client, August 4, 2025
Healing Through Home: a Mother and Son Rebuild Their Bond
Shaniqua, a resident at VOA-GNY’s University Family Residence, is reconnecting with her teenage son after years of separation.