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Our volunteers were delighted to visit @TBCG_Official's @CentralBeds campus in Dunstable today for the college's Wellbeing Fair. It's always a pleasure to talk to such engaged and polite students about mental health and the support @samaritans offers. Thank you for inviting us!
ALT Three Samaritans volunteers standing next to a table with Samaritans promotional materials including leaflets, pens and pencils. There are two large banners that describe the support Samaritans offers on our telephone helpline. Call 116 123. We're available 24 hours a day.
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Don't forget, the clocks go back tonight as we reach the end of British Summer Time. Whatever you're doing with the extra hour, remember we're here to listen. All weekend, every weekend.💚
ALT Green and white Samaritans logo. We're here to listen, all weekend. Call free day or night on 116 123.
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Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans retweeted
10 Oct 2024
1/ On World Mental Health Day, I wanted to pay tribute to brilliant organisations @MindBLMK the @samaritans amongst many others, who do fantastic work to support people in my constituency and across the country.
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Check in on that person you’ve been thinking about this World Mental Health Day 💚
If you’re not sure what to say – these tips on our website may help 👉 bit.ly/3fdmc4B
#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD
ALT If you do one thing today, check in with someone and show them that you care.
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Today is #InternationalDayOfListening.
Knowing how to support someone you're worried about can be hard. We’ve put together some handy tips to help you become a better listener.
If you need someone to listen to you, we’re always here. 💚
📞 116 123
✉️ jo@samaritans.org
ALT Samaritans SHUSH listening tips. S - Show you care H - Have patience U - Use open questions S - Say it back H - Have courage Visit samaritans.org/shush
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As students and staff return to Bedfordshire, we’ve got two teams of volunteers out in the community today supporting student welcome events. We’re delighted to be invited back by @uniofbeds and @CentralBeds as they welcome their students.
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Our lovely volunteers are at @UniOfBeds until 3pm today for the university’s Welcome Week. Come and have a chat about what we do. Remember, we’re available 24 hours a day if you ever need someone to listen.
#UniversityofBedfordshire #FreshersWeek #BeginAtBeds @uniofbedsnews
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We’re also at @CentralBeds until 2pm where we’d love to say hello and have a chat about what we do. Whether you’re a new student or returning for another year, we know it can be both an exciting and challenging time. We're always here on 116 123 if you need someone to listen.
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Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans retweeted
10 Sep 2024
Sometimes the hardest words to say are the most important.
While 74% feel comfortable discussing mental health, only 45% would talk about suicidal thoughts.
By having more open conversations, we give people the chance to express how they feel and get the support they need.
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Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans retweeted
6 Sep 2024
"I want people to be unafraid to ask, 'Have you had suicidal thoughts?'"
After a suicide attempt, Rebekah called us. A volunteer asking, "Are you feeling suicidal?" gave her space to say 'yes' and get the help she needed.
Watch her full story 👉 bit.ly/3MuVuHq
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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. 💚
ALT Text reading “We'll keep the conversation going 365 days a year and continue the fight to save lives.
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It’s OK to ask someone if they’re feeling suicidal.
Choose a quiet space, give your full attention, and put your phone down. Ask open questions and listen without judgement.
Asking can help them open up and start a conversation that could save their life 💚
#WSPD
ALT Text reading “Talking about difficult feelings, including suicidal thoughts, doesn't have to be scary."
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If you feel able to, encourage them to call us on 116 123.
For ongoing help, suggest they speak to their GP, or reach out to a specialist service for tailored support. This list may help: bit.ly/2O7v5Bf
If someone’s in immediate danger, call 999 for an ambulance.
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Bank holiday weekends can be difficult, especially when it impacts your routine. If you need to talk, we're here all day. You don't have to face the day alone. 💚
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Finding out your exam results today? No matter what your results are, remember that they don’t define you. It’s normal to feel worried – you are not alone.
If you’d like to talk, we’re here to listen. 📱Call 116 123
ALT If you’re worrying about exam results, we can help you talk it through.
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Train lines have reopened but 'major disruption' still expected after a person was hit by a train at Leagrave Station lutontoday.co.uk/news/train-…
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Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans retweeted
18 Jun 2024
If you’ve been affected by what happened on the network today, there is always someone to talk to. You can contact the @Samaritans on 116 123 from any phone for a confidential chat.
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Watch one of our volunteers on Inspire FM talking about Brew Monday
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19 Jan 2024
★ Just published a new episode of Health & Fitness Show: Blue Monday. Listen: share.transistor.fm/s/318898…
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Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans retweeted
19 Jan 2024
★ Just published a new episode of Health & Fitness Show: Blue Monday. Listen: share.transistor.fm/s/318898…
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Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans retweeted
15 Jan 2024
At @samaritans we would ask all parties to commit at the forthcoming General Election to support the Suicide Prevention Strategy by funding crisis helplines and local suicide prevention - there’s plenty work for all of us to do. #samaritans #mentalhealth
14 Jan 2024
Too many families are being ripped apart by grief after losing a loved one to suicide.
My Labour government’s preventative reforms will drive down the rate of suicide and save families from anguish. independent.co.uk/news/uk/po…
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