Samaritans
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Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Why we need you to be part of our Christmas story
3,462 volunteers
Will give up their time to respond to vital calls for help this Christmas.
It costs £52,628.40
to provide our service to individuals seeking support on Christmas day alone.
10,632 calls
for help were responded to by our incredible volunteers last Christmas day.
By donating just £4.95 this Christmas, you could help a Samaritans volunteer answer a life-saving call for life.
We're working together to make sure fewer people die by suicide.
Every six seconds, we respond to a call for help. No judgement. No pressure. We're here for anyone who needs someone.
What we're working on
- Support during coronavirus Read our tips to look after yourself during the outbreak
- Supporting others Find out how to support someone you care about during the pandemic
- Sign up for Samarathon Take part in our virtual marathon this summer
- Make a donation Support us with a monthly or one-off donation
We're working together to make sure fewer people die by suicide.
Every six seconds, we respond to a call for help. No judgement. No pressure. We're here for anyone who needs someone.
Volunteer with us
Being a Samaritan means being there for people who need someone to listen. Last year over 20,000 people volunteered their time with us.
More about volunteeringSamaritans news
View all newsChanging the way we think about suicide
In addition to the services we provide, an important part of our work is understanding and challenging the social elements that impact suicide.
Suicide facts and figures
Suicide statistics and trends for the UK and Republic of Ireland.
Samaritans Media Guidelines
Samaritans' Media Guidelines help journalists report suicide and self-harm safely and responsibly.
The internet and suicide
Online content can be harmful for some people and that it is far too easy to find.
Our policy and research
Our research and policy work drives change that helps save more lives.
Coronavirus resources
Coronavirus is changing the way we live our lives, and it's normal that this may affect your mental health. We've got some resources that might be helpful
Donating just £5 could fund a lifesaving call for help this Christmas
Need support? We're here to listen 24 hours, 365 days a year. Call 116 123 for free or view other ways to get in touch.