Samaritan Works

12/23/2025

Packages have been tucked under the trees at all of our houses, Christmas meals have been delivered, and our offices are closed until December 26th. Merry Christmas to you and yours from Samaritan Works. Holidays can be difficult for those in recovery…. Our wish for you is peace in knowing you have family right here! We are proud of you, we are thankful for you, and we hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

12/18/2025

Lori Talbott joins our team as our newest Outreach Coordinator! Lori comes to Samaritan Works with a passion for helping others, and firm belief in our mission to provide faith based sober living. " My name is Lori, and I moved to Shelby County in 2011 from West Virginia. I have truly loved building my life within this community the past fourteen years. Helping others has always been a deep passion of mine, which is why I am so excited to be working for Samaritan Works. This opportunity means so much to me because it allows me to use my own life skills and experiences to support, encourage and make a positive difference in the lives of others" says Lori. Lori's focus will be working with those in the community who are beginning their journey in recovery. She will offer support and guidance during this critical time. We are pleased to bring her aboard, and look forward to what she adds to our services. Please call our offices at 937-638-4545 to begin working with our Outreach Coordinator.

12/02/2025

Arielle and I will be celebrating Giving Tuesday later today by doing our annual Christmas shopping for our residents! This season can be very difficult for those in recovery and your donations allow us to make this season a little brighter for the residents in our three sober living homes! Thank you for your support this Match Day❤️

Samaritan Works — Match Day 2025
Match Day: Tuesday, December 2
Support Samaritan Works during the Community Foundation of Shelby County’s Match Day! Every dollar you give will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to the first $5,000, thanks to sponsors Dave Ross, Dave and Ann Monnier, Evie Bensman, Ed Borchers, John and Julia Frantz, and Ken and Brenda Schlater.

Match Day Use:
Match Day Dollars will be used for our Peer Support Program, transportation costs for residents and to implement several sober recovery activities and events for those in the community and in our homes working on their recovery from addiction.
To learn more about Samaritan Works’ purpose for Match Day, visit: https://commfoun.com/match-day-samaritan-works/

How to Give:
Checks must be made payable to the Community Foundation of Shelby County with “Samaritan Works - MATCH” noted in the memo line or use our Match Day Form, which can be found at https://commfoun.com/match-day
Accepted between Nov. 7–Dec. 2:
• Cash, check, stock, IRA gifts, and fund transfers
• Credit card gifts accepted only on Tuesday, December 2
• Visit https://commfoun.com/donate on December 2 to donate by credit card
Gifts must be received by Dec. 2 to qualify for the match.
Thank you for helping Samaritan Works make a lasting impact through Match Day!

12/01/2025

🌟 MATCH DAY is almost here — and Giving Tuesday is right around the corner! 🌟
Mark your calendars for December 2, 2025, when credit card donations will be open for Giving Tuesday! This is a perfect chance to support Samaritan Works and make TWICE the impact through Community Foundation Shelby County Match Day.
Our residents are working hard every single day to rebuild, grow, and create a life filled with recovery, stability, and hope. Your generosity helps us provide a safe home, life-skills support, transportation, and the daily encouragement our residents need to succeed. 💙
🗓 Important Dates:
✔ Now through Match Day: Early giving is open
✔ 12/2/25 – Giving Tuesday: Credit card donations are available!
✔ Match Day: Help us unlock matching dollars for the men and women we serve
💛 Make your Match Day gift here:
🔗 Shelby Community Foundation Match Day: https://commfoun.com/match-day/
🔗 Samaritan Works Website: https://samaritanworks.org/index.html
🔗 Direct Giving Link: https://commfoun.com/donate/
Every gift, big or small, makes a real difference in the lives of those on their recovery journey. Thank you for standing with us and believing in second chances! 🙌💛
Match Day - The Community Foundation of Shelby County
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Match Day - The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Match Day Season is here! The Community Foundation of Shelby County’s Match Day is a unique opportunity to multiply your impact across many critical areas. Your gift will uplift lives throughout Shelby County. Even more impactful, your gift will be matched dollar for dollar, up to the first $5,000...

Make a Donation Choose from one of dozens of The Community Foundation of Shelby County funds to make your impact. You will be transferred to PayPal’s secure site for processing of your donation and the Community Foundation will send a charitable gift acknowledgement to you. We are a 501(c)(3) orga...

12/01/2025

Accepting applications through the end of this week!

11/25/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our staff to you! As we work hard to prepare Thanksgiving meals for our residents today, please remember us this Match Day! Donations from Match go to support celebrations like these for those is recovery!

11/25/2025

WE'RE HIRING!!!!!!!

We are seeking an Outreach Coordinator to join our team and walk alongside individuals in recovery. The ideal candidate will have personal experience with recovery and be passionate about helping others rebuild their lives through sobriety, faith, and community support.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide peer-based recovery support to residents in our sober homes
Share lived experience to offer hope, encouragement, and accountability
Facilitate or co-lead group recovery activities
Support residents with goal setting, relapse prevention strategies, and resource navigation
Engage in community outreach activities to provide support to community members
Maintain clear and confidential documentation of peer support interactions
Collaborate with staff to uphold a supportive and structured recovery environment
Work with individuals in recovery and make appropriate referrals to service providers
Qualifications:

Certified Peer Supporter through OhioHMAS or CDCA, or working on a degree in Social Work
Minimum 2 years of sustained recovery from substance use
Strong commitment to personal wellness and ethical boundaries
Comfort with incorporating faith-based principles into recovery work
Ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
Familiarity with local recovery resources and community support services
Comfort with public appearances in the community
Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing hope, support, and empowerment through your unique experiences as a Certified Peer Specialist.

To Apply:

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your recovery journey and why you're interested in working with Samaritan Works to: Tricia Anderson, Executive Director at
tricia.anderson@samaritanworks.org or Mail to 232 E. Poplar St. Sidney OH 45365 by December 8th, 2025.

Job Type: Part-time
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Samaritan Works
Samaritan Works is a faith based sober living program, providing housing, education, and advocacy.
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11/21/2025

Two weeks left!!!!!

Samaritan Works is asking for your help this Match Day 2025!
How to Give:
Checks must be made payable to the Community Foundation of Shelby County with “SAMARITAN WORKS - MATCH” noted in the memo line or use our Match Day Form, which can be found at https://commfoun.com/match-day
Accepted between Nov. 7–Dec. 2:
• Cash, check, stock, IRA gifts, and fund transfers
• Credit card gifts accepted only on Tuesday, December 2
• Visit https://commfoun.com/donate on December 2 to donate by credit card
Gifts must be received by Dec. 2 to qualify for the match.
Thank you for helping Samaritan Works make a lasting impact through Match Day!

11/10/2025

Samaritan Works is asking for your help this Match Day 2025!
How to Give:
Checks must be made payable to the Community Foundation of Shelby County with “SAMARITAN WORKS - MATCH” noted in the memo line or use our Match Day Form, which can be found at https://commfoun.com/match-day
Accepted between Nov. 7–Dec. 2:
• Cash, check, stock, IRA gifts, and fund transfers
• Credit card gifts accepted only on Tuesday, December 2
• Visit https://commfoun.com/donate on December 2 to donate by credit card
Gifts must be received by Dec. 2 to qualify for the match.
Thank you for helping Samaritan Works make a lasting impact through Match Day!

10/02/2025

09/11/2025

Honored to have been asked to share our story at this year’s United Way Kickoff Celebration.

09/04/2025

Arielle, Our Program Coordinator spent the day at the Miami County Mental Health Fair. We are proud to also partner with so many great agencies to serve Miami County Ohio!