Uniquely is a Modesto Bee series that covers the moments, landmarks and personalities that define what makes living in the Central Valley so special.
Just a few years ago, Paul “Sammy” Samsin was sleeping on the streets, trying to survive from one day to the next. Today, he is on the same streets, offering haircuts and hope to Modesto’s most vulnerable.
“I feel like I have this calling to give back, like people did to me,” Samsin said. “When I was out on the street, people would bring me to their house or offer me a haircut. I got blessed so much that I feel like it’s my duty right now that I’m in a better position to kind of do the same.”…