Today is Samaritans Awareness Day to raises awareness that the charity are there to listen without judgement or pressure, 24/7.
Every 10 seconds, Samaritans respond to a call for help from someone who is finding life tough.
“Samaritans Awareness Day is a chance to remind our community that if you’re finding life tough, we are there to listen, 24/7,” said Deana Douglas, Isle of Man Samaritans Branch Co-Director.
“We want to remind people that you are never alone so if you need someone to speak to, please get in touch with Samaritans.”
Samaritans
Samaritans as a wider organisation was established in 1953 by Chad Varah, his aim was to help people experiencing distress or despair.
Starting out with just one volunteer, the charity now has over 22,000 volunteers helping in over 200 branches, in which the Isle of Man plays an important part.
Founded in 1979 by a group of local volunteers, the Isle of Man set up its own Samaritans branch to help people in need of emotional support.
“We are looking to the local community to support the awareness campaign,” continued Aimee Grainger, Isle of Man Samaritans Branch Co-Director.
“It’s so important that people are aware of our charity and that they know we are available to listen when it matters most.”
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