Unlocking the Power of Human Connection: The Role of Rapport and Trust in Social Work
What has drawn me to study and practice social work is the social work core values of the importance of human relationships, dignity, and worth of a person. In treatment, in therapy, if you are not building rapport, it does not matter what intervention or evidence-based practice you use, it simply will not be successful. […]
Record-Setting Taste of Phoenixville
Taste of Phoenixville We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Taste of Phoenixville raised over $147,000, setting a new record for the event’s 22-year history! On behalf of Good Samaritan Services and the individuals and families we serve, THANK YOU to all our wonderful sponsors, vendors, and guests who contributed to the success of the […]
From Seeking Shelter to Shaping Lives
After fleeing from an abusive relationship with her two young boys, Ashley had no idea where she was going to live. When she moved into Good Sam’s housing, she began setting goals, budgeting, saving money, meeting weekly with a mentor, and rebuilding a sense of confidence and self-worth. “This is the first time my kids […]
Ashley Miller
Program Administrative Assistant
Spreading Joy
Spreading Joy Thanks to all of our wonderful supporters who donated gifts, stockings, and Christmas meals for the individuals and families in our program, we were able to put smiles on over 300 faces this holiday season!
Christmas: The Beginning of Something Really Good
The holiday season: with all of the craziness of shopping, parties, traveling, and traffic, it is good to have a reminder of the true reason for the season. We all hear the Christmas story this time of year and I was thinking, how does the Christmas story relate to the work Good Sam does? Here’s […]
Eternally Grateful: Daiana’s Story
Daiana entered our program as a single mother of three, having rented the same apartment for four years. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, her landlord began continuously raising her rent. Simultaneously, Daiana was furloughed from her job. The landlord suggested seeking assistance from ERAP (Emergency Rental Assistance Program), but when Daiana secured a new job, […]
New Ephrata Office Building Ribbon Cutting & Open House
Join us for the ribbon cutting and open house of our new Ephrata office building!
Ephrata Eats
March 12, 2024
Finally Finding It: Hope!
Depression had been a constant companion for Craig, often keeping him in bed for days on end and making it challenging to hold down a job. During one particularly dark period, Craig’s girlfriend ended their relationship and asked him to move out of their shared apartment. With nowhere to go, Craig felt completely lost and even […]
