Sonyia has called her trailer in LaPlace home for more than 30 years. But the walk up to her front door had become unsafe, and she didn’t know where to turn for help. That’s when she found out about Volunteers of America. Read More
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
Wes and Leanna’s adoption journey was ‘worth the wait’
Wes and Leanna’s hearts have always been open to adoption, but they never knew the journey would test their faith. When the couple met in 2007, it was love at first sight, and within three months, they were happily married. But it wasn’t until nearly 10 years later that their son, Ellis came into their… Read More
Myles Overcomes Odds, Finds Positive Path in Volunteers of America Mentoring Program
All it takes is two hours a week to make a difference in a young child’s life, just ask Myles.
Over a decade ago, 10-year-old Myles joined Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana’s Mentoring Children of Promise program. Now, he’s a college student with a bright future. Read More
Army Veteran Finds Space for His Growing Family, Thanks to Volunteers of America
U.S. Army veteran Calvin needed more space for his growing family. That’s when Volunteers of America stepped in. Read More
Vincent Embraces A Full Life, Thanks to Volunteers of America Family
Vincent, who was, born with Down syndrome, yearned for more independence. He found it with Volunteers of America’s Supported Living Services Program, and now he’s a man-about-town in Slidell. Read More
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
Jasriel and Sasha: A Life-Changing Friendship
Jasriel was only six years old when she came to our Mentoring Children of Promise Program. She had no father and her mother was incarcerated, leaving her elderly grandmother to raise her, two older brothers and a younger sister. Thankfully, Sasha, a freshman at Tulane University, had applied to be a mentor with our program at just the right time to be paired with Jasriel. Read More
North Shore Support Program Helps Resident Facing Health Crises
When Shelly first came to our North Shore office, she was newly diagnosed with HIV and hepatitis C. She was very sick and tired, as she had been acting as the sole caregiver for her ex-husband. He was experiencing the final stages of AIDS, with kidney failure, dialysis three times per week and serious problems with mobility and activities of daily living. Shelly, with a master’s degree in social work, found herself in need of support from others. Read More
Child Wins Writing Contest with Story of Her Adoption
Emma has always known she was adopted and it’s something she takes great pride in. So when Emma decided to enter a writing contest at her school, she knew exactly what she would write about. Read More
