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Suicide is a topic that is unfortunately all too common and prevalent in Irish society.

Volunteers are the heart of Galway Samaritans. The commitment of its volunteers means anyone who is going through difficult times can count on Samaritans to be there day and night, 365 days a year.

Athlone Midland Samaritans are looking for new volunteers and will hold an information meeting on Thursday, September 1, in the Radisson Hotel, Athlone, at 8pm.

Volunteers are the heart of Galway Samaritans. The commitment of our volunteers means anyone who is going through difficult times can count on Samaritans to be there day and night, 365 days a year.

A well supported public walk took place in Athlone on Sunday afternoon last, the aim of which was to create awareness of the continuous support service provided by the local branch of the Samaritans.

Samaritan volunteers are raising awareness of their round-the-clock emotional support services and encouraging people to get in touch if they need support.

Volunteers raise awareness of round-the-clock emotional support services to encourage people to get in touch if they need support

Noted by Athlone-Moate Municipal District Deputy Mayor, Cllr Aengus O’Rourke, as the most “impactful, important and successful” volunteer organisation in Athlone and the Midlands region, the local branch of the Samaritans was afforded an address of recognition to mark 30 years of service since its founding on February 1, 1992.

Ireland’s dairy sector is driving a rural mental health campaign by featuring Samaritans’ helpline signage on milk tankers travelling across the countryside.

A ground-breaking suicide prevention programme will be delivered in Mayo in the coming months, offering hope to those at risk of taking their own lives.