Stories
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February 6, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Veronica Ortega
Veronica lives out our mission through her faith, service, and teamwork.
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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.
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February 6, 2026
Staff Spotlight: Veronica Ortega
Veronica lives out our mission through her faith, service, and teamwork.
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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.
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December 5, 2025
Staff Spotlight: Cecil Douglas
Since 2013, Cecil Douglas has been a steady, trusted presence at Cromwell Avenue Safe Haven.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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July 8, 2025
Supportive Housing Helps Lenore Reconnect to Her Passions
After moving into one of VOA-GNY’s permanent housing residences for older adults, Lenore was able to care for her health and reconnect with hobbies she enjoys.