Please Consider the Following...

It's getting colder. As much as I would love to pretend winter is not on its way, it will do no good. The weather is not bound to some pledge or oath to be accommodating. Often, winters in the Treasure State are a reminder that we can only react and respond to what Mother Nature decides to throw at us. Many of our homeless residents have spent a considerable amount of time living out in the elements, so this time of year conjures memories of times unpleasant.

I have never known what it is like to scramble for a roof or a meal. Shelter has been a constant variable in my life. Spending time with our residents is a testimony to the better aspects of the human condition. They have been down but many refuse to be counted out. There is a resilience within that inspires them to shrug off past circumstances and embrace an outlook that expects a future. It is our hope to provide them with more than dignity and respect. We want them to be safe and warm.

Donations are very important to Samaritan House and right now we could really use some supplies that would help our residents in the coming months. Here is a list of things that would be a huge blessing:

Winter socks
Sleeping bags
Insulated pants
Gloves
Boots
Hand warmers
Backpacks

Thanks so much! You can drop these off at the shelter or call 257-5801 for more information.