With 24 locations across Ireland and Northern Ireland, Samaritans Ireland provides a vital lifeline, answering over 1,000 calls for help a day. Learn more about us and how you can support our work.
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About Samaritans in Ireland
Established in Ireland in 1961, there are now 24 Samaritans locations across Ireland with more than 2,000 volunteers.
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Support Samaritans Ireland
Make a donation, fundraise, partner with us, or leave a gift in your will.
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Our work in Ireland & Northern Ireland
Discover the impactful initiatives of Samaritans in Ireland and Northern Ireland, where we strive to create a compassionate and supportive Ireland for everyone.
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Volunteer for Samaritans
Find out more about how you can volunteer and start your journey to help turn someone’s life around.
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Take on a 24-hour challenge for 24/7
Support Samaritans Awareness Day this Wednesday, 24th July (24/7) by taking on a 24-hour challenge.
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Together we're saving lives - Samaritans answer 5 Million calls
Samaritans volunteers across Ireland have answered more than five million calls since the helpline number became free to call 10 years ago.