Sam Washington is originally from Savannah Georgia but now calls Quincy, Massachusetts home. He graduated from West Roxbury High School before attending Quincy College, where he earned an Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies. From there, Sam continued his studies at UMass Boston, earning a degree in Liberal Arts.
Sam鈥檚 career in human services began at the Dimock Center鈥檚 John Flowers Recovery Home where he worked as a Substance Abuse Counselor for men between the ages of 17 and 80. Many of the individuals he worked with were returning from incarceration or seeking support to overcome substance use.
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鈥淭he most rewarding part of my work is the opportunity to connect with people from all walks of life. I love helping individuals gain the skills and confidence they need to live independently and thrive in their communities,鈥 said Sam.
Outside of his professional role, Sam has a wide range of interests. He enjoys reading and studying history, watching horror movies and sports, and standing up for causes he believes in. 聽His dedication to service also extends deeply into his faith and community work. Sam is a Reverend in the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Cambridge, where he serves as a Local Elder. He also works with a prison reentry program, supporting individuals as they transition back into their communities. 聽Sam is also the proud grandfather of over twenty grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
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