Samaritan Inn in Mckinney, Texas

About Samaritan Inn

The Samaritan Inn is a nonprofit homeless shelter and housing program that serves Collin County. You’ll find them based in McKinney, Texas. It’s not far from North Fields Park and the Juanita Maxfield Aquatic Center.

They provide comprehensive shelter services, transitional housing, and wrap-around support including case management, job readiness, financial literacy and counseling for men, women and families experiencing homelessness. The organization’s mission centers on restoring dignity and building self-sufficiency through structured programs like their Inn Style retail store that help residents gain job experience and people skills.

Homeless Shelter & Transitional Housing in Collin County

With capacity for 226 residents, The Samaritan Inn offers separate housing, including shared rooms for individuals and private rooms for families. Their Gateway Apartments provide reduced-rent and fully furnished transitional housing for residents ready to take the next step toward independence.

The program combines shelter with intensive support services to address root causes of homelessness. Residents work with case managers on individualized action plans, participate in education and life skills development in a safe and supportive environment.

Pet-Friendly Shelter Services in McKinney

The Samaritan Inn stands out as Collin County’s only transitional shelter that welcomes residents with pets, including dogs and cats. Onsite kennel facilities accommodate up to 28 pets, allowing families to stay together during difficult transitions. This unique approach recognizes the emotional support pets provide and removes a major barrier to shelter access.

Access, Support & Next Steps

The Samaritan Inn provides in-person residential services at their McKinney campus and operates food pantries and mobile distribution across Collin County, including Celina, Princeton, and Prosper. Intake interviews are held three days weekly, and all shelter services are provided free of charge while transitional apartments are offered at reduced rent.