Bendure Communications—Volunteers of America, one of the oldest and largest human services nonprofits in the U.S., has frontline workers across the country who have been making a difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of the most vulnerable men, women and children during the COVID-19 pandemic. These human services professionals have kept the doors of their residential programs open 24/7 so that the veterans, seniors, homeless families and those recovering from domestic violence, adults living with HIV/AIDS, behavioral health and more, can still find the support they need to survive, and even thrive during the current crisis.
At Volunteers of America-Greater New York, the affiliate of the national organization serving all five boroughs of New York City, Westchester County and Northern New Jersey, the dedication of its frontline workers is exceptional. As COVID-19 cases soared across the city and into the suburbs, VOA-Greater New York’s staff continued – and continue – to serve thousands of community members in need, many among those most at risk for COVID-19, whose needs have been exacerbated by the pandemic.
The populations served by VOA-Greater New York, including homeless families and individuals, domestic violence survivors, formerly homeless veterans, fragile older adults and those living with significant mental health and substance use issues, are at particular risk, both physically and emotionally, during times such as these. VOA-Greater New York’s frontline staff, from its maintenance workers diligently keeping the residences clean, to its social workers and case managers helping keep clients safe and healthy, socially distanced but not socially isolated, respond with compassion and skill.
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Myung J. Lee, president and CEO of Volunteers of America-Greater New York, said “With tens of thousands of vulnerable New Yorkers relying on our highly dedicated frontline workers, our frontline heroes go to work every day, in spite of concerns for their own health and that of their families. Our team members care deeply about this organization, their colleagues, and the people they serve.”
To honor these essential workers, Volunteers of America-Greater New York, created a public service announcement that is being shown on various channels around the city. “Essential” is available here.
Mike King, national president and CEO of Volunteers of America, said, “The pandemic has been a true test of human spirit and has demonstrated unwavering dedication. There are many unsung heroes at Volunteers of America, here in New York and New Jersey and across the country.”
For more information, visit www.voa-gny.org.
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