The Boston Globe article, “When Homelessness and Disability Intersect” by Stan Grossfeld, highlights Vermonter Darron Phillips’ extraordinary struggles as a person experiencing homelessness while also requiring the use of a wheelchair and help with daily activities. It also illustrates the challenges for an increasing number of older folks with age-related infirmities who are unsheltered. When […]

The winter overflow shelter, operated by Good Samaritan Haven at the former Elks Club in Montpelier, will extend its seasonal operation and remain open for an extra month to help meet the need for safe shelter in the area. The new closing date is May 31. Good Samaritan Haven Co-Executive Director Rick DeAngelis stated: “We

APPROXIMATELY 60 PEOPLE IN BARRE DISTRICT WILL NEED TO LEAVE Berlin, VT–Good Samaritan Haven is strategizing on how to best assist approximately 60 area residents who will need to vacate six Washington County motels on Friday, March 15.  The exodus is occurring due to the conclusion of the Adverse Weather Conditions Program, a state initiative

Approximately 50 people gathered in a circle on the Statehouse steps in Montpelier to raise awareness of the homelessness and housing crisis in Vermont. Good Sam Co-Executive Director Julie Bond led a vigil and speak out to talk about the issues unhoused folks face, and remember the ones who died in 2023. Flags placed on

This winter, nearly 500 people are experiencing homelessness in Washington County. Everyone who arrives at Good Sam brings a unique story that contains hardship and grief. It can be a life chapter that is deeply distressing and lonely. A gift from you can change this, and help build a community of connection, care, and compassion.

The Colorful Quilts With Love Project, led by Jane Erickson, is a heartwarming expression of love and kindness. Jane, and other talented quilters from across Vermont and beyond, joined together to make quilts for every Good Sam guest this winter. We couldn’t be more grateful to Jane and everyone who sewed their love into these

With cold temperatures and snow settling in, Good Samaritan Haven is expanding their emergency shelter and street outreach services to help house and care for some of the most vulnerable in our community.  On November 13, a portion of the former Elks Club building, set on the outskirts of town on Country Club Road, will

Good Samaritan Haven is proud of how far we’ve come over the past 40 years! To honor and celebrate our continued commitment to helping the unhoused in our community, we’ve updated our look to better represent the many critical services we provide today. Formed in 1983 by the interfaith community, we continue to address the

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. Not too long ago, Valerie Fisher had what she called a “cushy, comfortable life.” The 69-year-old was raised in Northfield, attended Norwich University and even

Good Sam’s 2002 Gratitude Report is now available here so you can see how your support helped hundreds of our neighbors in need.