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Jun 12
Festival season is here, and so are we. πΆ
Our volunteers will be at festivals, including Belfast Pride and the Fleadh this summer, and we won't be hard to find. Just look for the Samaritans' tent.
And if you need us before then:
π Call freephone 116 123, anytime, 24/7.
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Jun 11
Reminder: A wee check-in can mean the world. Reaching out is one of the simplest, and most powerful ways we can look out for each other. π
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Jun 10
Have Samaritans ever been there for you? π
We're looking for people who'd be willing to share their experience of reaching out to Samaritans.
If you'd like to get involved, we'd love to hear from you.
Drop us a message here. π©
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Meet Stephen, a volunteer at our Newry and Dundalk branch.
βI often think that if a call is hard to listen to, imagine how hard it is for the person living with it. Knowing that you might be the only person a caller has confided in is a real privilege.β
Thank you, Stephen. π
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Meet Jim, a volunteer at our Bangor and North Down branch.
"Every now and then, a caller touches my heart. Every now and then, I get to touch the heart of a caller."
Jim, thank you for being a listening ear for people when they need to talk π
#VolunteersWeek
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Meet Brenda - volunteer at our Omagh branch. π
"Looking back, I still feel that becoming a Samaritans volunteer was, and still is, one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life."
Find out more about volunteering at samaritans.org
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Meet Kay, who volunteers at our Derry branch.
"Volunteering for Samaritans has such meaning for me. The feeling of satisfaction on finishing a call, when you know the caller was glad they rang."
Thank you, Kay. π
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600 reasons to be proud π
In 2025, more than 600 people across Northern Ireland chose to show up for others by giving their time to Samaritans, so that no one in our communities has to face their hardest moments alone.
If youβre struggling call us on 116 123.
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Meet Ellen, a volunteer at our Newry and Dundalk branch since 2016.
βBeing a volunteer gives me a sense of fulfilment. It is a privilege when a caller feels able to connect with me and share their thoughts and feelings.
Ellen, thank you for being there for others. π
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This Volunteers' Week, our Regional Director Marcella Taylor has a message for our incredible volunteers across Northern Ireland.
"Thank you to all the wonderful Samaritans volunteers who are there round the clock making sure people have someone to turn to."
π #VolunteersWeek
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It's Volunteers' Week π
Across our branches in Ballymena, Bangor, Belfast, Coleraine, Craigavon, Derry, Newry and Omagh, volunteers show up, day and night, to be there for anyone who needs to talk.
To every single one of them. THANK YOU. π
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May 29
Meet Nicola, a volunteer at our Bangor and North Down branch.
"At the end of a call when a caller says they feel brighter and thank me for listening - I look forward to my next shift."
Could you be a Samaritans volunteer? Find out more at samaritans.org
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May 16
Reminder: No matter what youβre going through, you donβt have to face it alone.
Weβre here, every minute of every day, if you need someone to listen. β
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
ALT Things to remember if you're struggling with your mental health: 1 You're not alone 2 It's OK to ask for help 3. Your feelings are valid 4. Support is available.
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May 14
Did you know that talking to someone can help make all the difference
If you need us, weβre here for you, 24/7.
Call free on 116 123.
No judgement. No pressure. Just a safe space to talk.π
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
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May 10
A gentle reminder for anyone finding things tough right now. Just take it one moment at a time.
We're always here, if you need us. No pressure, no pretending. Just a safe space to talkπ
116 123
ALT You don't have to feel OK just because the sun is out.
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If you're at the North West 200 this weekend, keep an eye out for our volunteers who are on standby to support anyone struggling to cope π
Volunteers will be at Station Square, Portrush, tonight and all day tomorrow.
#NW200 #mentalhealth #talktous
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Keep talking
Keep listening
Keep reaching out
Keep sharing your stories
Keep sharing our number on 116 123
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Something as simple as sharing this post could save a life π
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We're here to listen, 24/7 π
π± Whatever you're facing, call 116 123 for free, day or night.
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Apr 26
Best of luck to everyone taking on the London Marathon today. We are with you every step of the way π
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