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 Which services and programs does the Samaritan Center provide?
The Samaritan Center exists to offer Help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow to people in crisis in Tennessee's Eastern Hamilton County. The Center's services address the root causes of clients' situations and encourage self-sufficiency.
Provided programs and services include:
Direct Assistance/Case Management—We offer food, clothing, furniture, and household items based on need as supplies are available; financial assistance with utilities, rent and prescriptions; referrals to other area agencies that serve specialized needs; and advocation for client needs with other agencies and organizations.
 Gifts for Jesus—New toys, household items, clothing, and personal care products donated by area individuals, groups, and churches during the Christmas holidays and throughout the year are kept ready to assist clients.
Health Emphasis—Health screenings, events, and information fairs offer useful and practical health information.
Stock Their Lockers—New backpacks, pencils, paper, crayons, glue sticks, and other school supply lists necessities are donated to the Center. We then distribute them to families who request help or who are referred by area teachers, allowing their children to pick out the supplies that they need so that they don't have to start the school year with a disadvantage.
Community Involvement—A network of partnerships with area charities, churches, and individuals help the Center function as a safety net for people in crisis in this area.
Disaster Response—During times of national disasters, the Samaritan Center serves as a collection point for funds and donated goods when requested by Adventist Community Services. The Center works closely with the disaster coordinator of the Georgia-Cumberland Conference
 in responding to disasters, both in our local area and nationally.
Thrift Shops—Clothing, furniture and household items are made available at low prices to those on tight budgets. Clients who need assistance with these items "shop" with gift certificates. Their dignity is preserved as they get to enjoy a positive shopping experience and retain the ability to make choice about their situation.
Volunteer Opportunities—Opportunities exist for volunteers to work in all aspects of the Center's mission.
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