In The News

September 27, 2019
We’ve achieved a client satisfaction score of 95%!

The numbers are in; we’re proud to report that we’ve achieved a 95% client satisfaction rating, based on service from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. We’ve improved upon last year’s success, when we had a 93% client satisfaction score.
September 19, 2019
Welcome to Julie Manworren, Volunteers of America Minnesota and Wisconsin's New President and Chief Executive Officer!

Welcome to Julie Manworren, Volunteers of America Minnesota and Wisconsin's (VOA MN/WI) New President and Chief Executive Officer! Julie will start with VOA MN/WI on February 28, 2020. We’ve established this President and CEO Transition Hub to give you the latest information on our nation-wide search for a new long-term leader. Take a look!
September 7, 2019
Check out our new High Fidelity Wraparound program

Our new High Fidelity Wraparound keeps families together by building confidence, independence, connections, and hope.
October 11, 2018
Check out our new Aging and Memory Mobile Clinic

Our new Aging and Memory Mobile Clinic is the only mobile unit in the country dedicated to memory screenings for people of color.
July 11, 2018
Foley honors its Phantoms

Our Foley Phantoms Special Olympics team have never let their disabilities get in the way of achieving their goals. They recently accomplished another one, earning the Outstanding Non-profit Community Service award for their float in the annual Foley Fun Days parade.
July 11, 2018
Lori Skibbie is a Minnesota Super Lawyer

Estate & Elder Law Services attorney Lori Skibbie has been selected to the 2018 Minnesota Super Lawyers list for her work in Estate Planning. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the Super Lawyers rating service to receive the distinction.
July 11, 2018
Bar None canoe delivery

Two new canoes were recently delivered at Bar None youth treatment in Now Then MN. They will help add a peaceful healing experience for our teen residents at Bar None.
May 21, 2018
Please support Foster Care

Did you know that May is National Foster Care Month? This month, we pay special attention to supporting foster families who open their homes and hearts to children and youth in need of temporary care when their family is in crisis.
November 4, 2017
Two Wheels on the Road to Hope

Every year, Volunteers of America-Minnesota partners with JT's Bikes for Kids to provide children -- who may otherwise go without -- with new bikes, helmets and locks.
October 27, 2016
Together, we're committed to excellence

A life filled with self-reliance, dignity and hope. Imagine that. For everyone. Let's make it happen.
August 30, 2016
Waves of hope

Our Avanti Center for Girls generates waves of hope.
July 8, 2016
In response to the tragic shootings — our commitment to diversity

A message from Paula Hart, VOA-MN and WI President and CEO.
April 18, 2016
Go wherever we are needed

A Minnesota chapter of Volunteers of America was organized in Minneapolis on April 24, 1896, about a month after the National Organization’s founding in New York City.
April 11, 2016
April in Paris at Southwest Senior Center

An eye-catching car highlights April in Paris at our Southwest Senior Center — celebrating 40 years of health, independence and dignity for older adults.
March 28, 2016
We support the Second Chance Coalition

Charles, an Amicus volunteer, supports the Second Chance Coalition's efforts in the MN Legislature to restore the vote for felons, once they are released from prison.
February 10, 2016
Life lessons from the outdoors

Students from VOA High School learned winter camping skills and how — not just to endure — but to thrive in the elements. This trip was boys only, to Wood Lake in the BWCA. The girls are next.
January 8, 2016
Michelle at home

Michelle wakes up, makes breakfast, takes her puppy Mimi out for her morning walk. Might not be noteworthy until you know the rest of the story.
November 18, 2015
Action and service with VOA High School

Action Team members from VOA High School had their feet firmly on the ground recently, as they participated in a service project at Glendalough State Park in Battle Lake, MN.
August 14, 2015
Powerful tools for caregivers

We’re joining forces with several other organizations to highlight and serve the needs of caregivers, especially those who provide dementia care for older adults at home.
June 9, 2015
VOA High School welcomes the class of 2015

Graduates Diana Hinojosa-Medina and Thomas Mason receive annual VOA Excellence Award.
May 29, 2015
VOA cited among top MN nonprofits in field of aging

Our services for older adults in Minnesota ranked among the state’s top-five nonprofits in the recent “Philanthropedia survey.” The results were part of the MNSIGHTS magazine supplement, inserted with recent leading news media, including the New York Times and Mpls/St. Paul Magazine.
May 19, 2015
Tarren Davis receives the ARRM Cares Award

Tarren Davis, our lead direct support professional (DSP) at Milaca Living Center North, was honored by the Association of Residential Resources in Minnesota last week at its annual ARRM Cares Awards.
April 10, 2015
Delivering services where they’re needed

Legislative committee considers bill to fund more local services for the Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing.
February 3, 2015
VOA High students learn from walking history books

Do you remember the day Martin Luther King died? What sort of technology did you have in the 60s?
December 5, 2014
Hmong patriotism featured in video series

The courage and patriotism of our Hmong DayElders was recently honored though a video series premiere at the Park ElderCenter.
November 28, 2014
VOA-MN foster parents awarded state-wide honor

VOA-MN foster parents Willie and Anita Wright have been recognized as Foster Parents of the Year, by the Minnesota Council of Child Caring Agencies (MCCCA).
September 11, 2014
Paula Hart among those honored by George Family Foundation

The George Family Foundation has recognized our leader, Paula Hart, among ten heads of non-profit health and human services organizations.
July 11, 2014
Glen Campbell's goodbye tour — a moving account of Alzheimer's

As part of its ongoing work with people with Alzheimer’s and their families and caregivers, Volunteers of America is supporting the documentary feature film, “I’ll Be Me,” chronicling Glen Campbell’s Goodbye Tour.
June 1, 2014
Health Care News features article on home health care

Minnesota Health Care News recently featured an article authored by Joyce Konczyk and Anita Raymond, who manage VOA-MN’s Care Management and Consultation program.
March 23, 2014
VOA-MN named Navigate Forward's Charity of Choice

The Twin Cities consulting firm Navigate Forward has named Volunteers of America - Minnesota as its Charity of Choice for 2014.