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The following organization offers emergency assistance to families and individuals in the Jackson, MS & Laurel, MS areas: The Good Samaritan Center (Good Sam) is a social service organization with a passion to help individuals who are in need. With a main office in Jackson and a branch in Laurel, Good Sam's mission is to provide assistance to families and individuals who are experiencing emergency situations. By providing individuals with "short-term" assistance, Good Sam strives to make a "long-term" difference in the lives of those in need. Good Sam has worked with local churches for over 35 years to assist in handling emergency crisis request. Their case management team works with each client to help determine the basic cause of the client's emergency and to assist them in making the appropriate changes needed to avoid a reoccurrence. Good Sam's case management team also works with clients to understand their situations and offer them the appropriate assistance needed. Emergency assistance services offered through Good Sam includes:
- Clothes
- Food
- Furniture
- Financial Assistance
- Traveler's Aid
- School Supplies
- Rep Payee Service
- Community Service
For more information about the services of Good Sam or to determine your eligibility for assistance, call (601) 355-6276.
If you or a loved one has a disability and need assistance in applying for Social Security Disability benefits, contact The Cochran Firm Disability Lawyers at 1-800-THE-FIRM (1-800-843-3476). We are available day or night to help you receive the Social Security benefits that you deserve.