Stories

After being discharged from the U.S. Army, Jermaine Holloway found himself with nowhere to go. It wasn’t until he arrived at the Detroit Veterans Housing Program (DVHP) that he found comfort and support.

Michael, a Navy Veteran and a Certified Peer Support Specialist for the SERV (Suicide Engagement & Referral for Veterans) uses his experiences, trauma, and personal crisis to help fellow veterans in the midst of a mental health crisis in his role at VOAMI.

Dustin, a Marine veteran, works for Volunteers of America Michigan (VOAMI) in Grand Rapids as a Certified Peer Support Specialist for other veterans who are in a mental health crisis.

Learn about our Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Assistant Program Manager, Danilo Tuazon

While battling cancer and facing medical debt, Hilda found sanctuary with Volunteers of America Michigan Because of you, Hilda is able to remain independent and have a place to call her own.

Harold feels welcome at Buena Vista and Volunteers of America Michigan. Harold is able to build a sense of community at Volunteers of America Michigan Buena Vista Senior Community.

Lakisha (Kisha), a United States Army veteran, works for Volunteers of America Michigan (VOAMI) in Battle Creek as a Healthcare Navigator for other veterans.

Dorothy feels welcome at Buena Vista and Volunteers of America Michigan. Dorothy is able to build a sense of community at Volunteers of America Michigan Buena Vista Senior Community.

Learn about our Operations Support Specialist, Emily Kearns

Marcus served 26 years in the United States Army as a sergeant. When Marcus found himself homeless he turned to the VA for help and found Volunteers of America Michigan.