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Our Work In Prisons

The occurrence of suicides of people in prison has long been a cause for concern. Samaritans and the Prison Service are continuing to work in close partnership to develop new initiatives to address this worrying trend.

Northampton Branch together with Kettering Branch offers support to Wellingborough Prison. A team of Samaritan volunteers from these branches visit the prison to select, train and support prisoners to listen to their fellow prisoners in distress. The work these Listeners do can be very challenging. It is all face-to-face and we should not underestimate the vital work that they do.

Samaritans is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide. You can access this support by contacting us by telephone, in person or via e-mail.