Meet Daniel! Daniel is this month's Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Since coming to The Samaritan Center, Daniel has found more than essential services. He has built meaningful community connections and discovered a support system that has helped him feel less alone while experiencing homelessness. He also shared his appreciation for the Center's shower and laundry facilities, which have made a significant difference in his daily life. A passionate photographer and vi

At the Samaritan Center, volunteering is not only something our community members do for others — it’s also a meaningful way many of our clients give back while building confidence, connection, and purpose. Clients who are connected with their caseworker have the opportunity to volunteer at the center while also earning helpful resources such as gas cards or bus passes. For many clients, especially those living out of their vehicles or navigating transportation challenges, th

This week, our Backpack Medicine team of dedicated doctors, nurses, and Behavioral Health staff came together to provide essential medical care and testing through outreach to members of the unhoused community in Simi Valley. We were grateful for the opportunity to serve alongside community leaders including Ventura County Supervisor Janice Parvin, County Executive Officer Dr. Sevet Johnson, and Deputy Executive Officer and Homelessness Solutions Director Kimberlee Albers, al

Meet Kim! Kim is this month's Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Kim had been coming to the Samaritan Center for many years prior to experiencing homelessness, regularly visiting the food pantry. She is also a cancer survivor, having navigated significant health challenges before facing housing instability. In the summer of 2025, Kim’s life changed unexpectedly when she was forced out of her home due to flooding repairs. This sudden displacement led to a traumatic period

This week, our community is taking part in the annual Point in Time Homeless Count, a vital effort to better understand the number of individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The data collected through this count helps identify critical needs and ensures that appropriate services and resources can be planned, funded, and delivered where they are needed most. Our staff participated by meeting one on one with clients to gather information, distribute hygiene kits, an

Meet Scarlett! Scarlett is this month's Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Scarlett’s path into homelessness began while she was caring for her father, who was a constant source of love and support in her life. At the same time, her mother was struggling with mental health challenges, and Scarlett could no longer remain in her mother’s home. Despite doing everything she could for her family, Scarlett found herself without stable housing. In 2021, her father sadly passed

Their journeys inspire us every single day. On this #GivingTuesday , we’re inviting you to be part of their stories and to stand with us, support healing, and strengthen our community. 💛

Meet April & Roy! They are our Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Roy's journey to homelessness started when his SSI...

Meet Miguel! Miguel is our Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Miguel has been coming to the center for breakfast and dinner...

Meet Victoria! Victoria is our Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Victoria has been visiting the Samaritan Center food...

Meet Isabel! Isabel is our Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Born and raised in Ventura, Isabel's path brought her back to...

Meet Steve! Steve is our Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Originally from Long Island, New York, Steve came to California...

Meet Maria, Jesus, & Luis! They're the Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! We're thrilled to announce that the Samaritan...

Meet Anny! Anny is January's Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Anny has been a client at the Samaritan Center since April...

Meet Dana! Dana is December's Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Dana moved to Simi Valley from Chicago in 2011 for a...

Client Story: Kathy

Meet October's Client Feature, Alexandra!

Meet Jack! Jack is September's Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Jack heard about the Samaritan Center after connecting...

Meet Steve! Steve is July's Monthly Client Feature at the Samaritan Center! Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Steve was laid off from his...

Two month's ago we featured John in our monthly newsletter. John shared his inspirational story in overcoming homelessness with the help...