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# samaritans - Tuesday 25 December, 2018
'Enjoying the kids playing with presents will have to wait': Heading out to work on Christmas day
TheJournal.ie speaks to some of those who’ll be getting up to go to work today, and how Christmas is for them.
# samaritans - Monday 6 March, 2017
Suicide is killing the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people in Ireland
A new report highlights increased risks to individuals, like workers on zero-hour contracts or those who are facing losing their homes.
# samaritans - Monday 5 September, 2016
New Facebook tools allow you to help someone who might be at risk of suicide
The new features were designed with the help of Samaritans Ireland ahead of World Suicide Day this Saturday.
# samaritans - Friday 29 July, 2016
Want to support family or friends who may be having a hard time? Try some active listening
We all like to think we’re good friends and listeners but here are some tips to brush up on your skills, and really help someone in need…
# samaritans - Monday 21 December, 2015
"Problems feel smaller when you share them" - if you're not feeling OK, let someone know
Last time we spoke about listening – now it’s time to talk.
# samaritans - Wednesday 1 July, 2015
If you've got 99 problems, your relationship is probably one*
*Statistically speaking, it’s pretty likely.
# samaritans - Wednesday 24 June, 2015
'Just by being there for a friend, we can keep life itself'
The government wants to reduce suicide and self-harm by 10% over the next five years.
# samaritans - Monday 15 June, 2015
Man rescued after trying to hang himself outside Leinster House
The incident took place in the last hour.
# samaritans - Thursday 15 January, 2015
More people were worried about their finances last year compared to 2013
A Samaritans snap survey found that more women than men contacted the Dublin branch and discussed financial issues.
# samaritans - Saturday 3 January, 2015
Why getting enough sleep is vital - and how to get it
All over the festive season, TheJournal.ie is bringing you little things to help keep your mental health in check.
# samaritans - Wednesday 5 November, 2014
Samaritans seeks legal advice over controversial new 'suicide prevention app'
The ‘Radar’ app allows users to monitor people they follow on Twitter.
# samaritans - Monday 3 November, 2014
# samaritans - Wednesday 10 September, 2014
The 5 at 5: Wednesday
5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock…
# samaritans - Tuesday 15 July, 2014
Opinion: The GAA and Samaritans both have an ethos of giving rather than taking
A Samaritans volunteer and GAA member writes about the people-centred spirit at the heart of both organisations.
# samaritans - Saturday 5 July, 2014
Samaritans' volunteers will highlight their work at a location near you this summer
Calls increased by 20% in two months with the new free number 116 123.
# samaritans - Tuesday 25 March, 2014
The Samaritans is changing its phone number to a free one
The new phone number will replace the existing low-call number as part of a change being brought in across Europe.
# samaritans - Tuesday 18 February, 2014
Samaritans to focus on effect of the internet on people with suicidal thoughts
A new study, in connection with Bristol University, is to look at how people use content online when experiencing suicidal thoughts.
# samaritans - Sunday 12 January, 2014
Samaritans received more than 10,000 calls over Christmas
Monday 30 December was the busiest day, while volunteers took 520 calls on Christmas Day.
# samaritans - Monday 23 December, 2013
Column: I volunteer with Samaritans every Christmas. Here's why...
Sometimes people call Samaritans at Christmas who might never normally do so. It could be the first Christmas they are bereaved, the could feel isolated, or they could have major money worries. We’re there to listen.
# samaritans - Wednesday 18 December, 2013
Calls to Samaritans helpline down but people "still hurting very much"
In total, the helpline received 381,128 calls in the last year.
# samaritans - Saturday 26 January, 2013
Rouen, Robin Hood and Real Madrid: The week in numbers
Also, how many of Kerry’s councillors actually favour relaxed drink-driving rules? And just how rich is Apple?
# samaritans - Tuesday 22 January, 2013
Samaritans' SMS service reveals high levels of self-harm
The Dublin Samaritans service says one-in-three texts received in 2012 mentioned self-harm, a higher rate than calls or email.
# samaritans - Friday 28 December, 2012
Samaritans report rise in family and financial worries
Seventy per cent of respondents rated money and debt among their top five worries in 2012.
# samaritans - Thursday 27 December, 2012
No concerns for Samaritans confidentiality under Children First bill
The organisation said that it is working with the Department of Children and relevant authorities to ensure its processes and procedures meet the proposed Children First legislation.
# samaritans - Wednesday 19 December, 2012
One in every six calls to Samaritans were recession-related
This was the busiest year yet for Samaritans, with longer calls to their helpline and more face-to-face contact at its branches.
Suicide helplines experiencing more calls from worried family members
Samaritans Ireland has recorded its busiest year ever.
# samaritans - Friday 14 December, 2012
Samaritans celebrates 10 years of prisoner listener scheme
Over the past year, Samaritans recorded 1,100 formal contacts within the six prisons in its Listener Scheme, an 83 per cent increase on 2011.
# samaritans - Thursday 20 September, 2012
The 9 at 9: Thursday
Good morning! Here are nine things you should know as you start your day…
Major report explores reasons behind male suicide
The Samaritans report says that when men don’t reach a ‘gold standard’ they can feel a sense of shame, which in turn can lead to suicidal thoughts.
# samaritans - Thursday 6 September, 2012
Samaritans to receive new freephone number from next year
The news comes as a result of a collaboration between the emotional support service and six telecoms companies.
# samaritans - Sunday 19 August, 2012
Samaritans volunteer on cusp of completing 24:7 bike challenge
David Exley, whose brother and son took their own lives, is travelling between 201 Samaritans branches in the UK and Ireland to highlight the charity’s services.
# samaritans - Friday 13 July, 2012
Column: Suicide isn’t wanting to die. It’s not being able to bear living.
We have too many misconceptions about suicide. It’s not shameful – it’s the result of a fatal illness, writes Fine Gael TD Dan Neville.
# samaritans - Sunday 29 April, 2012
Samaritans take to the streets of Dublin's north inner city
Volunteers will be available in public areas in the inner city to encourage people to talk about their problems.
# samaritans - Wednesday 25 April, 2012
Tragic death of marathon runner inspires over $1 million in donations
The sudden death of Claire Squires led to considerable funds being provided by a number of people.
# samaritans - Tuesday 24 April, 2012
Over €300k raised for charity after death of London Marathon runner
Claire Squires collapsed and died as she approached the final mile of the race on Sunday. More than 20,000 people have now donated to the Samaritans, her chosen charity, on her fundraising website.
# samaritans - Monday 23 April, 2012
London Marathon death: over £22k donated to Claire's charity
Over 1,800 donations have been made to Claire Squires’ charity page today.
# samaritans - Thursday 29 December, 2011
The Daily Fix: Thursday
In tonight’s fix: Irish people’s biggest worry for 2012, a rise in the number of tourists visiting Ireland (finally!) – and time travel exists. Kind of.
Irish people worried about money and their jobs in the year ahead - survey
Almost half of people are worried about losing their jobs or having difficulty finding work in 2012 according to a Samaritans’ survey.
# samaritans - Wednesday 14 December, 2011
Samaritans report increased calls as recession imparts 'huge psychological strain'
The Samaritan’s Irish helpline received 9 per cent more calls than the previous year, according to its latest annual report.
# samaritans - Saturday 3 December, 2011
Column: Gary Speed, like others in his position, was scared
After the Welsh football manager’s suicide shocked the world, Francis Bowden describes the twisted logic of depression – and his own suicide attempt.
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Poll: Will you be giving to charity this Christmas?
PRESIDENT MICHAEL D Higgins yesterday lit the Áras Christmas tree and said his thoughts are with those in society who are homeless, marginalised and vulnerable.
Addressing an assembled crowd at the Áras, President Higgins said: “We will remember our new Irish community as they recreate precious family traditions here in their new homeland; we will think of those in our society who are homeless, marginalised or vulnerable; of all those who are sick or lonely or feeling sad or worried.
As Christmas draws nearer, charity fundraisers are now taking to the streets to raise much-needed funds for a variety of causes. Christmas is traditionally a time for giving after all.
So, today we want to know: Will you be giving to charity this Christmas?
Poll Results:
Yes (3424)
No (1469)
I can't afford to (615)
I don't know (315)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Column: The results of the UK general election could hugely impact the Irish border - and not for the first time
By Cormac Moore
A December election does not come around often, writes Cormac Moore.
Saoirse McHugh: Carbon tax is a red herring, the real climate culprit is the global tax system
By Saoirse McHugh
It’s time for governments to fix the global tax system, for the sake of the planet.
How I Spend My Money: A 26-year-old recruiter on €40,000 living in Dublin
By TheJournal.ie reader
The 26-year-old is adjusting after moving out of her family home
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