Stories

We recently announced the launch of the New Jersey Reentry Council at the New Jersey County Jail Wardens Association Conference in Atlantic City. We are hopeful that combined efforts through the council will enhance an already robust reentry network throughout New Jersey!

In honor of the life of Stephen A. Shultz, we recently dedicated our Collingswood Office and it is now named the Stephen A. Shultz Program Development and Training Center. Stephen was a valued member of VOADV, serving as Chief of Staff, Senior Vice President for External Relations and Vice President of Public Policy. His devotion and commitment to VOADV was inspiring and will have lasting impacts on our future success.

“Overall, I want people to know that seniors are still people with a life to live and a lot to contribute,” said Shaunta. “They sometimes feel lonely and always appreciate receiving any recognition or support, which is why I think it is so important that we have these services and programs for them.”

We recently partnered with Shipt as a stop on their #ShiptBusTour supporting Operation Backpack®. We spent two fun-filled days stuffing backpacks full of school supplies and are grateful to have received 500 backpacks for Kindergarten - 5th grade.

"The best part of my job is trying to clients the inspiration to say ‘I might be down right now, but I’m going to get back up.’ I’ve been through a lot, so I give them my testimony. After our conversation, I want the client to know they can handle this.”

We are honored to have received a $500,000 grant from Congressman Donald Norcross. This funding is crucial in our efforts to provide comprehensive support and expand our reach – offering both in-person services and telehealth access to community members in need.

The VOADV team is made up of close to 400 members with unique skills and experiences, but this family all shares one thing in common – a passion for helping others. We’re looking for hardworking, passionate individuals who share those same values and want to be part of a team that makes a difference

Our incredible staff are the ones who make everything we do possible, serving each day with compassion and dedication. Every member of the VOADV family has a story and a unique perspective in their role. Meet Karen Gilliam – a VOADV team member for 11 years, and the Integrated Services Supporting Independence (ISSI) Office Manager for the past eight.

125 years of service certainly calls for a celebration, and for the past year, we have been doing just that. As Volunteers of America’s 125th anniversary approached on March 8, we knew we wanted to highlight and thank the people that make it all possible: our incredible staff.

A new partnership with Rutgers Camden Nursing is working towards bridging the gap between social work and medical care, while also providing valuable resources. While Anna Sample residents are receiving crucial health information, the students are gaining knowledge to take with them to their future career in a hospital or other medical care setting.