Orange County’s new public camping ordinance bans sleeping on public grounds, leaving many homeless individuals with even fewer options. With shelter beds in short supply and challenges like mental illness, criminal records, and lack of stable employment making housing access even harder, the Samaritan Resource Center has seen a dramatic increase in those seeking

Dr. Kwane Stewart, founder of Project Street Vet, visited the Orlando chapter of his mobile veterinary clinic as part of a multi-city tour, highlighting the nonprofit's mission to provide free medical services for pets of those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The Orlando chapter, led by Dr. Mary Anne Bowen since 2023,

Orange County’s FY 2023-24 budget focuses on Mayor Jerry L. Demings' "Four Pillars": Housing and Urban Development, Mental Health, Children-Related Programs, and Human Services/Public Assistance. Key investments include affordable housing, mental health services, children's programs, and various human services, enhancing the quality of life for residents. Read the full article for details. Read

Families in Orlando were evicted from Lake Downey Mobile Homes, leaving behind belongings and homes they paid for. Samaritan Resource Center and county officials are scrambling to find new housing. The property owner faces millions in fines for code violations. Discover the full story and ongoing investigation. Read More

Discover the growing homeless crisis in East Orange County and the efforts of the Samaritan Resource Center, the only facility offering support in the area. Learn about the challenges faced by the community, the increase in homelessness, and the urgent need for more shelters and affordable housing. Read the full article below. Read

Learn how Project Street Vet provides free veterinary care to help un-housed individuals in Central Florida stay with their pets. Discover the impact of this vital service at the Samaritan Resource Center and hear heartfelt stories from those it supports. Read the full article for more details. View Full Article

Discover how the Samaritan Resource Center in East Orlando provides crucial support for those in need through services like food, laundry, medical care, and case management. Learn about their partnerships and hear stories of hope and resilience from the people they help. Read the full article to learn more. View Full