Marcantel, Helen

Founded in 1896, Volunteers of America is one the largest human services organizations that offers housing assistance and health care services. Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., it is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization that provides support and rehabilitation services to more than 2 million people in over 400 communities. Volunteers of America offers employment and food assistance services to senior citizens and individuals with disabilities. In addition, the organization operates the Bronx Early Learning Center, which provides educational and counseling services. Volunteers of America offers crisis intervention, case management, in-home support and health care services. It additionally provides substance abuse treatment and prevention services.