Stories

Staff , February 6, 2026

Staff Spotlight: Veronica Ortega

Veronica lives out our mission through her faith, service, and teamwork.
Veronica Ortega wearing a ministry stole against a light blue backgroud.
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.
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.
Staff , September 26, 2024

Beatrice’s Story

When a single mom named Beatrice took a part time job as a cook at Bay City Residence, a residential healthcare program in Perth Amboy, New Jersey in 1999, she had no idea that she was starting on a path that would allow her to help not just her family, but also countless adults who…