by Tricia Jowell | Apr 29, 2020 | News
Dylan knows life is about choices. When he was 17, he and his best friend chose to enlist in the United States Marine Corp for four years. He says his time in the Marines was the best and worst of his life. Another choice changed Dylan’s life forever. “I...
by Tricia Jowell | Mar 6, 2020 | News
“I’ve had issues with substance abuse my whole life since my early teens,” Gregory shared at our Hope Begins Here tour. At age 17, Gregory joined the U.S. Air Force hoping for direction and a sense of purpose. When he didn’t receive it in...
by Tricia Jowell | Mar 5, 2020 | News
On Tuesday, March 3rd, Volunteers of America honored special volunteers in North Louisiana for their service during the annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon this week. 214 people gathered for the celebration at East Ridge Country Club. “Whether you are collecting...
by Tricia Jowell | Nov 11, 2019 | News
Kim, a United States Navy veteran, is finding her purpose in life. At 17 years old, Kim joined the Navy as her way to gain confidence, travel and attend college. She shared, “I loved everything about it. I had only been to Houston during high school and there I was in...
by Tricia Jowell | Oct 2, 2019 | News
Volunteers of America North Louisiana, a licensed partner of Communities In Schools (CIS), has achieved national certification by demonstrating compliance with all Communities In Schools Total Quality System (TQS) standards. “We are proud to have achieved our...
by Tricia Jowell | Aug 20, 2019 | News
Volunteers of America North Louisiana is pleased to announce our 2019-20 Board of Directors. The newly elected members include: William C. Bradford, Jr. William, an attorney, recently joined Blanchard, Walker, O’Quin & Roberts, after four years as...
by Tricia Jowell | May 30, 2019 | News
Maur’jon will tell you middle school was tough and many labeled him the “bad kid.” From threatening to throw weights during PE class to frequent outburst in the classroom, his bad behavior constantly kept him from focusing on the most important...
by Tricia Jowell | May 20, 2019 | News
“When I came home [from war], I was a wreck. I couldn’t sleep. I had nightmares and then, drug abuse,” Lance shares. Like many veterans, it was difficult for Lance to acclimate back into the civilian life. As a way to cope with his personal battles, Lance turned to...
by Tricia Jowell | May 1, 2019 | News
“Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.” – Mother Teresa Tina Anderson lived by this quote. If you met Tina, or were ever in her presence, then you will agree that she radiated love and happiness to all around her....
by Tricia Jowell | Mar 26, 2019 | News
Volunteers of America Honors Dedicated Volunteers at their Annual Appreciation Luncheon A Sunday school class, caring individuals and long-time supporters were among those honored for exceptional service to Volunteers of America North Louisiana during our...
