Good Samaritan Haven is a Vermont nonprofit that provides emergency assistance to people experiencing homelessness
Volunteers Create Quilts for Residents at Barre-Area Homeless Shelters
Rachel Hellman from Seven Days shares a heartwarming story about a group of talented quilters from across Vermont who used their creative skills to sew more than 80 quilts for Good Sam’s guests this winter. The project–Colorful Quilts With Love–was led by Jane Erickson, whose daughter is Good Sam Co-Executive Director Julie Bond.
Unhoused Vermonters Aging
Lola Duffort from vtdigger reports on Vermonters who are aging, and unhoused: As Vermont Ages, so do many of its unhoused residents
Nearly a fifth of Vermonters experiencing homelessness during the state’s most recent headcount were 55 or older, according to a VTDigger analysis. Advocates say they face daunting risks and challenges.
Homelessness Awareness Day
Concerned citizens gathered at the Statehouse in Montpelier, and across the state, to raise awareness about the homelessness crisis here in Vermont and to remember unhoused community members who died in 2023.
We believe housing is a human right. We honor the common humanity and diversity of all people and are committed to treating each person we help with fairness, dignity, and respect.
Emergency Shelter Program
Good Samaritan Haven’s Emergency Shelter Program serves hundreds of our homeless neighbors each year. We operate the only homeless shelters in Washington County for adult individuals. Our current facilities are located in Berlin, Barre, and Barre Town.
Street Outreach Program
Many individuals live on the streets, in cars, or camp in the woods. Our street outreach team works to directly connect with these individuals to offer safe shelter opportunities, food, water, and health care. We work closely with local public safety officials and agency partners to help meet our unsheltered population’s needs.
Food Program
Each evening, at one of our shelter facilities, Good Samaritan Haven offers a nutritious meal. Many are home-cooked and provided by community members or churches. We provide for many other basic needs like clothing, help with laundry, and personal hygiene.
Words From The Community
“You played a leading role in saving my life. Thank you for enabling me to attain a level of dignity.”
“In recognition of your goodness, loving hands, and many acts of kindness, we are pleased to make a donation.'”