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Category: Veterans

Volunteers of America and Home Depot Foundation help veterans in need

The holidays are a little bit easier for 10 veterans living in one of Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana’s residential communities because of the generosity of the Home Depot Foundation. Read More

Posted onDecember 17, 2020December 16, 2020CategoriesUncategorized, VeteransLeave a comment

Your Support Is Helping Veterans Like Christopher Get Back On Their Feet

U.S. Army veteran Christopher had no place to turn when he became homeless, but now, his future is bright, thanks to your generosity. Read More

Posted onSeptember 22, 2020CategoriesVeteransTagsssvf, supportive service, VeteransLeave a comment

RSVP honors the continuing service of its veteran volunteers

Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana hosted a special Veterans Corps Pinning Ceremony and breakfast on Veterans Day to honor senior citizens who are military veterans in its Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). Read More

Posted onNovember 26, 2019CategoriesSeniors, Uncategorized, VeteransLeave a comment

Blind Army Veteran Feels Right At Home Again

Chester lost his sight about two years ago, but Volunteers of America helped him stay safe in his home. Read More

Posted onJuly 15, 2019CategoriesUncategorized, Veterans, VolunteersLeave a comment

Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust ensures veterans like Stanley get back on their feet

U.S. Navy veteran Stanley needed a little help to get back on his feet, and now, thanks to the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust, other veterans like Stanley will have the assistance they need for years to come. Read More

Posted onNovember 19, 2018CategoriesVeteransLeave a comment

Army veteran weathers life’s storms

Kenneth, a 10-year Army veteran, was living a clean life in Houston when Hurricane Harvey struck in late August. The storm washed away all his possessions but couldn’t break his spirit. So many things the average person takes for granted, such as a warm bed to sleep in and a kitchen to cook delicious meals… Read More

Posted onMay 21, 2018CategoriesVeteransTagsaddiction, Housing, veteran, vetsLeave a comment

Veteran in Crisis Finds Friend, Advocate at Volunteers of America

Andre, born and raised in Kentwood, joined the Army and found success and satisfaction. But transitioning back to civilian life proved to be a challenge. He plunged into addiction and was losing hope. That is, until he met LaKiesha, a Veterans Services Case Manager with Volunteers of America Greater New Orleans. Read More

Posted onAugust 17, 2017August 22, 2017CategoriesVeteransTagsaddiction, military, veteranLeave a comment

Marriott Volunteers Encourage Homeless with Hygiene Kits and Handwritten Notes

Sometimes when you are at your lowest, all you really want is for someone to show that they care. That’s why when volunteers from Marriott Hotels in the Greater New Orleans area came together to assemble hygiene kits for the homeless, they included positive, handwritten notes of encouragement. Read More

Posted onMay 25, 2017September 7, 2017CategoriesVeterans, VolunteersLeave a comment

Team Depot Brightens Veterans’ Lives

Last month, 45 volunteers from eight different stores lent their time and expertise at The Cottages at Mile Branch, part of our workforce housing facility in Covington, by landscaping soon-to-be completed family homes. Read More

Posted onMarch 6, 2017September 7, 2017CategoriesVeterans, VolunteersLeave a comment

Billy: A Veteran Story

Billy is a New Orleans native who joined the Navy at age 18. After serving three years in the Navy working as a store-keeper, he was honorably discharged and returned home to New Orleans. Billy did not have many career options after returning home, but decided to start school at Delgado Community College. Not long… Read More

Posted onJanuary 22, 2013September 7, 2017CategoriesVeteransLeave a comment

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Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana

4152 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 482-2130
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