Samaritans Awareness Day

Talk to

someone today

Samaritans are a charity that provide confidential, non-judgemental support for those who are
struggling to cope. They’re available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and answer the phone to
someone every 10 seconds.

116 123 (FREE, 24/7)

jo@samaritans.org

www.samaritans.org

Recognising when someone
might need support

  • Feeling unable to cope or overwhelmed
  • Withdrawing from friends, family, or colleagues
  • Changes in their mood or normal behaviour
  • Expressing feelings of hopelessness

How can you
help someone?

  • Listen without judgement
  • Take their concerns seriously
  • Encourage them to reach out for support as early as possible
  • Call 999 if they’re in crisis

Ways to look after
yourself

  • Talk to someone you trust
  • Don’t wait until it’s too late to ask for help
  • Rest and take breaks when you need it
  • Explore resources available to you at work
  • It’s ok not to be ok
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