Video Stories
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Octavia's Story
Former VOA-GNY client Octavia and her son Eli discuss their experience of living at Regent Family Residence and the support VOA-GNY offered in helping them find an apartment of their own, setting them up to not only survive, but thrive.
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Gladys and Martin's Story
Martin, a Vietnam War veteran, and his wife Gladys share how Volunteers of America-Greater New York helped them find an apartment they could afford to stay in after they lost their home.
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Vivian's Story
VOA-GNY client Vivian discusses finding a home, a community, and resources to help her thrive at East Clarke Place Senior Residence.
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Somebody Believed in Me
See how Volunteers of America-Greater New York helped change the lives of three young people by providing shelter, guidance, support and a backpack full of school supplies through our community service campaign, Operation Backpack®.
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Coming Home
For nearly 125 years, Volunteers of America-Greater New York has been providing a home to those without one. Now, through our latest development—East Clarke Place Senior Residence—opening January 2021, we will provide supportive housing to another 122 older adults in need.
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A Family When One is Needed Most
Carmelita and her sons came to live temporarily at VOA-Greater New York's Regent Family Residence after an eviction left them homeless. There, they found a "family" and support when it was needed most.
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Meet Didi
Didi—now a senior in college—is a former resident of our family shelter on the Upper West Side. Hear how VOA-Greater New York and Operation Backpack® made an impact in his life.
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Journey Home
With the help of VOA-Greater New York, a family of four finds safety in America and a home to call their own.
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Called to Serve: The Battle Buddy Bridge® Program
Battle Buddy Bridge® is an innovative program developed by Volunteers of America that trains and certifies veterans to become peer specialists, and help their fellow veterans access the services that they need.
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Family When a Family is Needed Most
Carmelita and her sons came to live temporarily at VOA-Greater New York's Regent Family Residence after an eviction left them homeless. There, they found a "family" and support when it was needed most.