Member letters: 'We have become a second-generation Samaritan family'

We have become a second-generation Samaritan family now that two of our married daughters are also members. We are always sharing our story with friends and have been blessed by the referral credits as well. Thank you, Samaritan staff and members, for being the Body of Christ to us, and thank you, Jesus, for this tremendous blessing.
Todd and Amy, Wisconsin

One unexpected blessing we have received because of joining Samaritan is that we have a very different perspective on medical care now. We consider treatment options much more carefully than when we had insurance. The irony is that we’re not being deprived of the best options because they are expensive. Rather, we’ve seen that the most expensive options actually aren’t the best choices. With insurance we often felt that we should choose the most expensive options to “get our money’s worth,” but now we are making better health care choices and our family is healthier. We are so thankful for Samaritan for so many reasons!
Robyn, Texas

In our health care system it is almost impossible to get the care you need using insurance. If I didn’t have Samaritan I would still be waiting on referrals and probably would get claims denied. I’m so blessed with Samaritan to be able to see the doctors I need in a timely manner.
Donna, California

I was nervous to call medical offices asking about discounts, but it was so easy! All of them were helpful, as was Healthcare Bluebook for finding good prices ahead of time. God bless you all in your work for the Lord and His sheep.
John and Melody, Texas

It’s easy to live a life full of distractions. Being part of Samaritan Ministries opened our eyes to the truth that everything we say and do affects others. Knowing that there is a person needing our prayers, our words of encouragement, and our share gets us off autopilot and wakes us up. Having been receivers and givers, we have learned some lessons.

Take the time to slow down and write a genuine note, but send the share as quickly as possible—we even do it before the 1st by checking online—to help the receiving member.
“Respond, don’t react” to medical situations.
Ask for discounts at time of service and also call back later to ask for discounts.

Thanks, Samaritan, for creating this wonderful ministry. Thank you to all the members for participating in this community.
Steve and Cindy, Arkansas