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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans @BTSamaritans

Providing emotional support to Basildon and Thurrock. Call us free on 116123. Or email: jo@samaritans.org We cannot offer support via Twitter.

Joined April 2016
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#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
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This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, remember that you don't need to be an expert to help someone who is struggling with suicidal thoughts. Take action by interrupting their thoughts and show them you care, you could save their life. 💚 Find out more: samaritans.org/WSPD
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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
Samaritans@samaritans
31 Jul 2025
You don’t need the perfect words to support someone who's struggling. Just being there, listening, and showing you care can mean more than you realise. We’ve put together some words for when finding the right ones feels tough 👇
I can't take this pain away, but I'm here to sit with you through it.

ALT I can't take this pain away, but I'm here to sit with you through it.

You matter to me and I'm not going anywhere

ALT You matter to me and I'm not going anywhere

I don't have all the answers right now, but we'll tackle this together.

ALT I don't have all the answers right now, but we'll tackle this together.

You don't need to be 'OK' around me, I'll take you exactly as you are.

ALT You don't need to be 'OK' around me, I'll take you exactly as you are.

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Some gentle reminders for anyone who might need them 💚 We’re here for you, 24/7. Call free on 116 123. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
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When we’re feeling really low, it can be hard to reach out to others, but that’s often when we need support the most. This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, check in on someone and remind them they’re not alone. We're always here if you need us. ☎ 116 123
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Thank you to our amazing volunteers at the Basildon branch for dedicating their time to being there for our callers.
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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
Samaritans@samaritans
14 Mar 2025
Our research shows that 67% of us would appreciate someone offering words of support if we're struggling to cope. A simple conversation could save a life, but starting one isn’t always easy. Do you have a go-to small talk starter? Share in the replies. 👇 #SmallTalkSavesLives
Graphic for Samaritans "Small Talk Saves Lives" campaign, featuring suggested conversation starters like "Hi, where can I get a coffee?", "Hey, OK?", "Lovely weather, isn't it?", and "Do you have the time?" with corresponding icons of a coffee cup, heart, sun, and clock.

ALT Graphic for Samaritans "Small Talk Saves Lives" campaign, featuring suggested conversation starters like "Hi, where can I get a coffee?", "Hey, OK?", "Lovely weather, isn't it?", and "Do you have the time?" with corresponding icons of a coffee cup, heart, sun, and clock.

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A huge thank you to @c2c_rail and @greateranglia for hosting Basildon and Thurrock Samaritans at Basildon and Billericay train stations to mark #BrewMonday @samaritans
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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
c2c Railway@c2c_Rail
20 Jan 2025
Today our colleagues have been joined by @samaritans for #BrewMonday. The team will be at Basildon station this evening from 16:00.
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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
c2c Railway@c2c_Rail
20 Jan 2025
We’re really proud to support @Samaritans #BrewMonday campaign. ☕People can feel low on any day of the year but connecting over a cuppa is a great way to check in with each other: samaritans.org/support-us/ca…
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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
Samaritans@samaritans
20 Jan 2025
It's Brew Monday! ☕✨ Today is about so much more than the actual brew itself. We’re not just obsessed with tea, we promise! It's all about the moments that happen around the brew, and the small but mighty power that asking ‘shall we have a cuppa and chat?’ can have. 🧵
This Brew Monday, reach out and show some love to the ones who... Listen when you need it Always have a bit of time for you Make you belly laugh Feel like home, not matter how long it's been Sit with you through the highs and lows

ALT This Brew Monday, reach out and show some love to the ones who... Listen when you need it Always have a bit of time for you Make you belly laugh Feel like home, not matter how long it's been Sit with you through the highs and lows

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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
Samaritans@samaritans
20 Jan 2025
Blue Monday isn’t real – don’t believe the hype you see today! Here's why we’re binning it off to make space for ✨Brew Monday✨ instead.
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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
Samaritans@samaritans
10 Oct 2024
If you do one thing this #WorldMentalHealthDay, help someone know they’re not alone. 🧵 Open this
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This World Mental Health Day, we’re encouraging you to check in and catch up with someone you care about. Here’s 5 tips to help you start the conversation. 👇 @samaritans #WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD
A list titled "5 tips to help you connect with someone", followed by 5 items, each ticked off the list. The 5 items read "Make time to catch up, put your phone away, make eye contact, ask open questions, offer support without trying to fix things."

ALT A list titled "5 tips to help you connect with someone", followed by 5 items, each ticked off the list. The 5 items read "Make time to catch up, put your phone away, make eye contact, ask open questions, offer support without trying to fix things."
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Let's keep the conversation going beyond #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Together, we can find the words to speak about suicide, reach out, and help save lives. 💚 @sama
We'll keep the conversation going 365 days a year and continue the fight to save lives

ALT We'll keep the conversation going 365 days a year and continue the fight to save lives
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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
Samaritans@samaritans
10 Sep 2024
📢 Our research found that 74% of people feel comfortable talking to their friends and family about mental health. But only 45% feel the same about suicidal thoughts. Help us change this. Start the conversation today. It could even save a life.  #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
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Basildon & Thurrock Samaritans retweeted
Samaritans@samaritans
10 Sep 2024
We know how hard it can be to find the right words to talk openly about how we’re feeling, especially with our friends and family. Our volunteers are here to give you the space to explore your feelings without judgement, and help you find the words. 💚 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
An informational graphic about getting support for suicidal thoughts, listing contact details for Samaritans: phone number 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, and address for Freepost Samaritans.

ALT An informational graphic about getting support for suicidal thoughts, listing contact details for Samaritans: phone number 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, and address for Freepost Samaritans.

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We were really pleased to meet the Open Road Vange team m.facebook.com/6155528113139… at @BasildonPride 👏🏻
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Samaritans of Basildon and Thurrock were delighted to attend @BasildonPride yesterday 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #Samaritans #Pride @BasildonCouncil
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