News - samaritans
Roscommon survey reveals girls more likely to report mental health issues
It follows a survey which shows one third of 15 and 16-year-olds in Roscommon have self-harmed at least once.
Mar 23, 2026 18:10
Athlone and Midlands Samaritans Branch looking for volunteers
One of the first Athlone volunteers, Anne McGrath, says it doesn't require any particular set of skills and people will be fully trained for a number of weeks before they answer their first call.
Jan 17, 2023 13:42
Loneliness and fear main topics for Athlone Samaritans during Covid
A special 'Address of Recognition' was made by Athlone MD to the local Samaritans branch recently to mark their 30th anniversary in the town
May 10, 2022 17:08
Special ceremony to recognise work of Athlone Samaritans volunteers
Almost 100 people work with the service in this region.
Apr 28, 2022 17:55
Local men to mark World Suicide Prevention day with fundraising beard shave
The local men will raise money for Athlone and Midlands Samaritans as part of the fundraising event.
Sep 10, 2021 17:25Shannonside Newsletter
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