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Dear Samaritas Nation, As a result, we lead the state in the We grew our Substance Use Disorder
utilization of family preservation services (SUD) services to include more one-on-
In 2021, Samaritas made a mark on and have excellent service outcomes. one services, like the vaping prevention
Michigan’s communities with several program, for young people struggling
outstanding programs and services to We are advocates for providing more with smoking. These efforts have set the
help the state’s most vulnerable families affordable living opportunities for families stage for us to open more service
and individuals thrive. We have many and seniors. To meet the need, we broke locations throughout the state.
success stories to share and celebrate. ground on a space for a beautiful new
affordable living property for seniors. None of this could happen without a
As the largest private foster care We’re looking forward to opening the strong culture of internal and external
organization in Michigan, we utilized doors of this new modern community in ambassadorship. All of our successes
virtual technology more than ever, to late 2022. wouldn’t be possible without the
connect prospective foster parents with unceasing support of our donors,
foster kids. This efficiency also helped the In 2021, we were challenged with volunteers, and community partners.
Samaritas Child & Family caseworkers resettling waves of new refugees. I’m
better coordinate wrap-around services happy to report that we met the need by Thank you for your support and care.
like mental health referrals, Substance working closely with federal and
Use Disorder (SUD) treatment, and statewide organizations to address the Peace and Blessings
behavioral health services to restore unique needs of refugees fleeing from Sam Beals, CEO and
troubled families. Afghanistan. Dave Morin, Board Chair
