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Samaritans in Ireland answer 5 Million calls during 10 years of freephone
Samaritans volunteers across Ireland have answered more than five million calls since the helpline number became free to call 10 years ago.
- 16th May 2024
- Press release
- News story
- Blog
- Ireland
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Ashling's story: "Running a marathon is a great opportunity to do something for a good cause!"
Inspired by a family member, Ashling from Cork is running a marathon to fundraise for Samaritans.
- 21st March 2024
- Blog
- Ireland
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Samaritans Ireland pays tribute to friend and supporter Charlie Bird
Samaritans volunteers across Ireland are heartbroken by the news that its supporter and friend Charlie Bird has passed away.
- Ireland
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Rita's story: "If I hadn't called Samaritans..."
Mum-of-one Rita hopes that talking about her experience as a Samaritans caller will reduce stigma and encourage other people to reach out when they’re struggling.
- 19th February 2024
- Blog
- Ireland
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Samaritans' Longest Night: Buildings across Ireland to light up green | Samaritans Ireland
Hundreds of corporate and landmark buildings will light up green to show their support for Samaritans this December 21st.
- 20th November 2023
- News story
- Press release
- Blog
- Ireland
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Stigma of self-harm impacts on everyday life - Samaritans Ireland research
New research from Samaritans Ireland has found the stigma towards people who self-harm can impact on their ability to rent an apartment, find a job or enter a new relationship.
- 30th March 2023
- Press release
- Ireland
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Over 140 buildings light up for Samaritans Longest Night
A staggering 140 heritage sites, public buildings and companies joined a national campaign to raise awareness of Samaritans in Ireland this Christmas.
- 22nd December 2022
- Press release
- Ireland
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Samaritans urging anyone in need this Christmas to reach out
Samaritans will mark the Longest Night of the year to remind those struggling to cope that its helpline is open during their darkest hours this Christmas.
- 20th December 2022
- Press release
- Ireland