Newbridge

In early 1990's a small group of motivated people came together to consider the feasibility of starting a Samaritan's Branch in Newbridge – among them were some business people, some with a medical background, and a couple of willing workers, without any special training. A building was identified on 3, McElwain Terrace, Newbridge, W12 YX08, where we still are today. Interviews and training classes were held with the help of the established Dublin Samaritans and Samaritans Ireland. After a lot of hard work we were able to open our doors with the first Newbridge Samaritans volunteers in April 1992. We cover Kildare and Laois Samaritans.

Our Volunteers
Listening volunteers spend three hours a week in our centre supporting all kinds of people who need a confidential, non-judgmental ear to listen at a tough time in their life. We talk to people on the phone, and by email.

We also have a vital team of Support volunteers who give their time to help with fundraising, publicity and outreach work.

To find out more about volunteering at Newbridge Samaritans email: [email protected]

Our Community and Outreach Work
We have a very active second and third level education outreach program throughout Kildare and Laois, and we visit lots of sporting and social/activity clubs and attend many local events in support of positive mental health. We are also open to attend any meeting of a local club or organisation to discuss the supports that Samaritans have to offer. Send us an email to find out more or arrange for a meeting or visit from our outreach team [email protected]

Fundraising
Our branch is 100% volunteer run, we don't have any paid staff in our branch. We rely on donations from the community to keep our branch running 24 x 7 x 365. If you would like to donate to our branch or an interested in holding a fundraiser for us. See our https://www.idonate.ie/cause/samaritansnewbridge for more details contact [email protected]

Your support makes a real difference.

Keep up to date with us

Check out our Branch News:

https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/branches/Newbridge/newbridge-branch-news/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritansnewbridge.kildare/#
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576553191944

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At Samaritans, privacy is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to protecting your privacy and the personal information that we hold. Read our privacy statement here.