A Second Chance at Hope: Kevin’s Story

“Good Sam’s Help Allowed Me to Change Perspective” Looking at Kevin, you’d never know the journey he’s been through and both the mental and physical challenges he had to overcome to get to where he’s at today. His story is one of perseverance and patience—and the faithfulness of God. May of 2023, Kevin was laid […]

Let’s Race! Community Unites For the 7th Annual Phoenixville Bed Races

The Phoenixville community came together in a big way to make the 7th annual Phoenixville Bed Races a success! Spectators of all ages lined Third Avenue to cheer on teams as they raced for the title of “Fastest Bed”. The competition was tight but a big congratulations to NGS Productions for taking home the winning […]

The Inaugural Halloween Howler: A Spooky Good Time!

Our inaugural Halloween Howler went off without a stitch! This was the first of three races in Kennett Square this fall benefitting those facing homelessness in Chester and Lancaster counties and we loved seeing the community come together in support! Darth Vader, Mario and Micky Mouse all showed up to race and between the fun […]

New Housing Now Open in Lancaster City

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Our newest housing facility is officially open in downtown Lancaster City! Once office space, this newly renovated N. Lime St. location marks a significant milestone for Good Sam as it’s our first housing facility in Lancaster City dedicated to serving single mothers and their families. Thanks to the generosity of our community partners—WellSpan Health, Clark […]

It’s School Time! The Impact of Homelessness on Education

It’s back-to-school season, a time full of excitement and new beginnings for many children. But for those experiencing homelessness, poverty, and housing insecurity, this season is filled with uncertainty. Think about it: how can a child focus on learning when they are worried about where they’ll sleep that night or dealing with a home environment that’s anything […]

Adopt-a-Room Lancaster City

Adopt a Room! Exciting News! At Good Samaritan Services, we’ve been busy transforming our Lancaster City property into a welcoming short-term housing for single mothers and their children who are at risk of homelessness. This location, previously used for case management and counseling, has been reimagined to also include housing to better support families in […]