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Christmas 2021 press pack

‘Be A Samaritans Christmas Star’ this festive season

The nation may be facing empty toy shelves and a threatened shortage of pigs in blankets this festive season but one thing won’t be in short supply – Samaritans volunteers who will be making themselves available, day and night, to help those in need.

For more information, you can contact our press team on +44 (0)20 8394 8300, [email protected] or outside office hours on +44 (0)7943 809 162.

You can download campaign assets below. Video files are available on request.

UNDER EMBARGO UNTIL: 00:01 Wednesday 1 December 2021

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FD_fp3_r7w

CAPTION: Stephanie called Samaritans at Christmas when she was struggling
CREDIT: Photo ©Abbie Trayler-Smith

CAPTION: Stephanie called Samaritans at Christmas when she was struggling
CREDIT: Photo ©Abbie Trayler-Smith

CAPTION: Stephanie is fronting Be A Samaritans Christmas Star campaign for 2021
CREDIT: Photo ©Abbie Trayler-Smith

If you’re finding things hard this festive season

With the extra pressure that the festive season can bring, our worries and fears may seem worse this time of year. It's important you check in on yourself and look after your wellbeing.

If you're worried about someone else this Christmas

If you’re worried about someone else this festive season, we've got some tips to help you reach out.

Need support? Call 116 123 to speak to a Samaritan or

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