Leeds

We've been training prisoners in our local prison to provide emotional support to other prisoners by becoming 'Listeners' for over 30 years.

We offer a 'learn to listen' talk to local businesses and organisations. This includes listening tips that we use as part of our listening service. If you're interested, please get in touch in the general enquiries button on our page.

Our listeners support callers in times of emotional distress, and along with other branches, we provide this support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The aim of Samaritans’ work with young people is to: - raise awareness of the existence of Samaritans and what we do - improve understanding of emotional health and its impact on young people's wellbeing - teach young people about the importance of emotional support and where it can be found - explain the value of listening - encourage young people to consider the possibility of calling Samaritans if they are experiencing feelings of distress.

We work with Network Rail and the wider rail industry to reduce suicide on the railways in our area, and to support everyone affected by them.