WORKING IN THE COMMUNITY

We don't just wait for people to contact us

• We send speakers to local groups and forums to give a talk about our work, and are always happy to hear from those who would like us to come along to address their meeting.  There is no charge for this.  If you would like us to give a talk to your organisation please:

     - Phone us on 023 9269 1313.

     - Or to complete a Booking Form which you can submit to us online click HERE.

     - Or to print out a Booking Form which you can post to us click HERE.
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• We have close links with the locally-based Suicide Awareness Project (SAP).  This is a collaborative initiative which visits schools and doctors' surgeries.  Part of SAP's task is to publicise the help which is available to those at risk of self-harm.  Samaritans are a significant factor in that help, as they can be contacted at any time for immediate emotional support.
• We hold Open Days/Evenings at our Centre in North End, Portsmouth.  These events provide lots of information, and people have the opportunity to find out more by meeting and talking to a Samaritans volunteer.
• We have a special arrangement with the Accident & Emergency Department at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham for people who self-harm or attempt suicide.  After being discharged these patients can need special support in the following few days or weeks.  Health professionals at the hospital recognise that Samaritans help can be invaluable at such times, and where appropriate will make an arrangement for us to phone the patient on their return home.  We will make this call and give unhurried support to the patient, and offer to keep in contact afterwards while the need remains.
• We actively engage with HM Prison Kingston, Portsmouth.  Because we recognise the special vulnerability of prisoners, we regularly visit the prison and train selected prisoners in Samaritans support skills. These trained prisoners are known as "Listeners" and will help and support their fellow prisoners in sometimes very difficult emotional circumstances.

Please click HERE to go to the Samaritans UK web site.

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