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Samaritans reports third consecutive year of rising calls from those facing financial hardship
Samaritans is calling on the Government to increase investment in vital suicide prevention and mental health support, as new analysis reveals the number of people accessing the charities support services over financial concerns has risen for a third year.
- 7th February 2025
- Press release
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Samaritans Scotland launches Samaritartan to raise awareness of suicide prevention.
A brand-new tartan has been created by Samaritans Scotland to raise awareness of suicide prevention and the charity’s services in Scotland.
- 25th January 2025
- Scotland
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Samaritans fundraiser completes year-long marathon a day challenge
Samaritans fundraiser completes year-long marathon a day challenge
- 30th December 2024
- Press release
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Samaritans caller urges others to reach out for hep this Christmas
Samaritans caller Róisín has urged others reach out for support this Christmas, describing how she went from ‘surviving to thriving’ after just one phone call.
- 22nd December 2024
- Press release
- Ireland
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Samaritans' Longest Night 2024: Thank you for lighting up green
Landmarks, public buildings, and companies joined a national campaign to raise awareness of Samaritans in Ireland this Christmas.
- 21st December 2024
- Press release
- Ireland
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Mark's story: 'I'm walking 100,000 steps on December 21st to support Samaritans'
On the longest night of the year, Mark from Dublin takes on an epic challenge to support Samaritans.
- 21st December 2024
- Blog
- Ireland
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Samaritans announce Key Priorities for Ireland's 34ᵗʰ Programme for Government
In the formation of the next government, Samaritans Ireland calls on policymakers to deliver action on combatting loneliness, championing the wellbeing of moderators, and using responsible language.
- 6th December 2024
- Blog
- Ireland
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Kate's story: "I'm so happy I reached out for help. I felt like I wasn’t alone anymore."
Kate from Meath says calling Samaritans gave her hope during a difficult time with her mental health.
- 29th November 2024
- Blog
- Ireland