‘Good Sam Helped Me Remember that I am a Human Being’
After going through every step of our program, Jason recently accepted a position on Good Sam Staff as a house manager. His story is one of perseverance and dedication. Read it in his own words. Hello, I’m Jason, JayB for short. I was born in California, moved to Denver, and then my family made it […]
Little Chicks & BIG Conversations: Creative Therapy at Good Sam
At Good Sam, we are always looking for ways to bring creativity, safety, and connection into our approach to therapy. In recent group sessions for children in our program, our in-house licensed therapist invited a few unexpected guests into the room: live baby chicks. Yes, they were irresistibly cute—but more importantly, they sparked deep, heartfelt […]
When Women Face Homelessness
We all know the stereotype, a homeless male holding a cardboard sign on the sidewalk. But homelessness takes on many faces, often ones you wouldn’t expect. A woman living in her car, fleeing an abusive relationship. A brand-new mother staying in a hotel with nowhere to call home. An individual who lost their job due […]
Exciting Merger! Phoenixville Women’s Outreach is Becoming Part of Good Samaritan Services
We are excited to announce that Phoenixville Women’s Outreach (PWO) is officially becoming part of Good Samaritan Services, uniting two organizations deeply committed to serving individuals experiencing homelessness. This means even more women in our community will receive the housing, support, and resources they need. Through this merger, PWO’s two homes will now operate under […]
Ephrata Eats 2025: Nearly $70,000 Raised!
A Record-Breaking Evening! This year’s Ephrata Eats brought another sold-out crowd to Pour Man’s Brewing Company in downtown Ephrata. Because of everyone’s generosity, we raised a record-breaking amount of nearly $70,000! Each dollar raised lets us continue to respond compassionately to those approaching or facing homelessness in our communities. A special thanks to Ephrata National Bank […]
‘They Are Just Like You or I’: An Insider Look at Good Sam’s Winter Shelter
On many nights throughout January and February, Kristi would be at the Good Sam Winter Shelter, her friendly face welcoming our Ephrata neighbors in need into the doors of The Living Room Church. Here, men and women who otherwise would have spent the night in the cold have a chance to breathe, get warm, and […]
One Crisis Away: How Housing Instability Can Happen to Anyone
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have been nothing short of catastrophic, displacing thousands in an instant and leaving entire communities grappling with uncertainty. While natural disasters dominate headlines, they highlight a deeper truth—housing instability can happen to anyone. The reality is that stability is often more fragile than we realize, and many of us […]
Another Year, Another Record-Setting Taste of Phoenixville
Taste of Phoenixville The Phoenixville community showed up once again for the 23rd annual Taste of Phoenixville for another record-breaking year! Our vendors served up an incredible selection of food, drinks, and desserts, and you brought joy and excitement. Because of everyone’s generosity, we raised over $186,000 to continue our work at Good Sam. Our hearts […]
Lessons Learned from Racing a Bed
In November, Good Sam participated in the annual Phoenixville Bed Races, a fun and competitive event that has become a beloved tradition for our community. We partnered with our friends at Ann’s Heart, and together we raised an incredible $40,000 to support our work with individuals experiencing homelessness. It’s always inspiring to see the community […]
Dashing all the Way!
Even though it was a brisk and chilly December morning, the Kennett community still showed up in a big way for our inaugural Reindeer Dash—the third and final race of this fall’s Holiday Hustle! We had runners of all ages participate in both the 5K run and the 1-mile walk and they made it look […]
