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Through permanence, we deliver a sense of love, belonging, health and well-being that empowers the people we  serve with a feeling of personal control, confidence and worthiness to live their fullest life.

Testimonials

Samaritas Fosters A Future
Samaritas Fosters A Future
James DeMoines, 23, grew up in a turbulent household. One of six children of two mentally ill parents, life at home was violent and unstable. “Things were always hectic at home. My mom was bi-polar and abused drugs and my dad was violent toward my mom and us kids. But the situation was... Read More
Arif's Thank You
Arif's Thank You
"I cannot thank Vesna Cizmic enough for resettling myself in Hamtramck, for helping me find my first job, and directing me to ESL programs when I first came to America. Samaritas is an unforgettable organization. I cannot imagine where I would be if they had not... Read More
The Proclamation
The Proclamation
When City of Farmington Hills Councilwoman, Theresa Rich, approached Mayor Kenneth Massey about Proclaiming May 7th as Michigan Foster Care Awareness Day in the City of Farmington Hills, he immediately said, “Absolutely!”  That’s when we learned that Foster Care... Read More
Family Center Love
Family Center Love
The attached pictures and information below highlight Samaritas' Impact on a family who recently stayed at the Family Center. We’ve removed all names to respect their privacy... "In the latter part of 2018 we provided shelter to this single mom with four minor... Read More
Family Center
Family Center
In partnership with Wayne County, The Samaritas Family Center offers emergency shelter for homeless families. We welcome: two-parent families, single mothers or fathers with children and pregnant women. Watch this latest testimonial to fully understand the impact this center has on so many... Read More
Myrt's Triumph
Myrt's Triumph
Amazing If You Try JULY 2011 Sharing in Life “My family gets together every July 4th for a reunion,” explained 87-year-old Myrtle “Myrt” Moerdyke. “The past three years, I wasn’t able to get into my son’s swimming pool because I couldn’t... Read More
Don and Joe
Don and Joe
My name is Josephine. My husband Don & I moved into Samaritas in June of 2014. We were both in good health  but well into our 80s, and we knew the time would be coming when we would need permanent plans. We heard about Samaritas and came for a tour. After that, we decided... Read More
Sandy's Service
Sandy's Service
My name is Sandy. I began my journey with Samaritas in 1990 serving some of our most vulnerable citizens with disability support. My work is close to my heart serving as a friend and caregiver.    I’ve  learned to go with the moment and have fun to enhance... Read More
Coming to America
Coming to America
My name is Benedicte. I fled my home with my two children and only the clothes on our backs. We went to Togo to seek shelter, not knowing what to do or what will happen to us. After five long years of living in a refugee camp, taking one day at a time, my children and I finally arrived in... Read More
Ivy's Story
Ivy's Story
My name is Ivy. I was born on Jan 15 2017, and met my parents on Jan 19 2017. I was born to my birth mom and met my parents through foster care. From the day my foster parents picked me up, I never left them. We just didn’t know that would be the case. I can’t remember life before... Read More
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MORE THAN 80 YEARS OF SERVICE

Samaritas, one of the state’s largest faith-based nonprofits, has been sending ripples of positive change into Michigan communities since 1934. Prior to 2016, Samaritas operated as Lutheran Social Services of Michigan. Samaritas provides a continuum of care to all in need. We believe in diversity and inclusion, for the people we serve and the people we employ.

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