Eastbourne

Thank you for taking an interest in Eastbourne and District Samaritans and the work we do.

Situated in Bolton Road, our branch is affiliated to the Samaritans national charity which is a unique organisation dedicated to reducing the feelings of isolation and disconnection that can lead to suicide. Samaritans provide a 24 hour service, every day of the year, to make sure there is always someone there for anyone who needs someone to talk to. As one of more than 200 branches and locations across the UK and Ireland, we contribute to supporting people all over the country and locally here in Eastbourne. By providing people with a confidential, non-­judgemental space to talk, we know that we are able to reduce painful feelings and provide hope and support where this is needed.

Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy and Samaritans' vision is that fewer people die by suicide.

If you are interested in volunteering with Eastbourne Samaritans, please head on over to VOLUNTEERING WITH US.

Connecting with the local community 

We're passionate about reaching out into the local community to raise awareness of vital emotional support and promote positive mental wellbeing for everyone.

We also offer talks about the work of Samaritans and interactive LISTEN: What Does it Mean? workshops. We will do our best to tailor each free, fun, and friendly event to meet your needs. Find out more by going to LISTENING SKILLS WORKSHOPS.

Our Branch depends on volunteers with no paid staff or income, other than what we raise ourselves.  

If you would like to help us by offering to raise funds, make a donation, become a volunteer, select us as your business charity, leave a legacy in your will, or just want to find out more, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact friends@eastbournesamaritans.org for further details.

News in Brief:

• Here is the EADS Annual Report and Accounts submitted to the Charities Commission 2023-24
• Here is the Samaritans Annual Review 2023/24
• We are now open to face-to-face callers.
• Find out more about becoming a Friend of Eastbourne & District Samaritans. Email us at friends@eastbournesamaritans.org

For more Branch News and Past Events scroll to the bottom. 👇👇

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