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Spring 2025 Newsletter

In this edition read some inspiring stories of how your support is helping more people to believe in tomorrow.

Mat's story

Mat, 44, from Southampton, sought support through Samaritans’ Facing The Future peer-support programme for people sadly bereaved by suicide, after a close friend died.

Sam's story

Fran's story

Taylor's story

When Taylor’s mum faced a life-threatening illness in hospital, it turned his world upside down.

Kay's story

Kay talks about how reaching out to Samaritans led to her becoming a volunteer herself, and why she’s passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion at Samaritans.

Brixton Prison’s Hidden Gems

Ricky has been a Listener in Brixton Prison for 2 years; he says it changed his life.

Facing the Future Suggested Reading List

Central London Samaritans and Cruse Bereavement Support work together to help support people who have been bereaved by suicide.

Staying hopeful during a difficult time

From going on a walk with a friend to being thankful for the small things, there are many things you can try to stay hopeful during difficult times.

Small Talk Saves Lives Toolkit

Get involved our in Small Talk Saves Lives campaign this year

How to start a conversation with somebody who needs help

It’s normal to feel anxious about starting a conversation and making small talk. You might worry about saying the wrong thing – but having the confidence to act could help save a life.

Fiona's story

Mental health is not a straightforward journey for everyone – it’s certainly been tricky journey for Fiona.

Psychological effects

People we spoke to described experiencing a range of psychological impacts due to the pandemic, including the impact on suicidal thoughts and feelings.

Life during the pandemic

Read about the challenges, hopes and coping strategies of people who've felt suicidal or self-harmed since the Covid-19 pandemic began.

Practical ways to help yourself cope

Information on what to do if you're feeling low or struggling to cope.

Adrienne urges others to make the call

Adrienne, 24, from North Lanarkshire, called Samaritans when she was struggling to cope. Now she is encouraging others to do the same.

• 10th September 2019
• Blog
• Scotland

Small Talk Saves Lives, says Samaritans

Samaritans is launching a campaign with British Transport Police, Network Rail and the wider rail industry to give travellers the confidence to trust their instincts and act if they notice someone who may be at risk of suicide in or around a station.

• 15th November 2017
• All

Samaritans Scotland welcomes new Suicide Prevention Action Plan shaped by lived experience

Samaritans Scotland has welcomed the publication of the Scottish Government’s new Suicide Prevention Action Plan, following figures that showed 680 people took their own life in Scotland in 2017.

• 9th August 2018
• Scotland

Hastings and Rother Samaritan Remind the Public that Small Talk Saves Lives

Samaritans are encouraging the general public to help save lives through the use of small talk.

• 8th November 2018

What we do at Samaritans

Samaritans is a unique charity dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and disconnection that can lead to suicide.