Central London Samaritans
People: Improving people’s mental wellbeing
We are a targeted community programme aimed at specific groups at higher risk of suicide, isolation and poor mental health, providing emotional support when they need it most.
About this cause
We provide free, confidential, non-judgemental support to people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair for whatever reason. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and have never been closed to callers in our 67-year history. We reach out to our local community to reduce the risk of suicide in specific settings and vulnerable groups as well as simply being there to listen.
How this cause brings people in the community together
We aim to increase opportunities for homeless people to talk through their emotional problems, for an 80% increase in young people’s knowledge of how to access support, for an 80% improvement in practical skills for young people to develop coping mechanisms and for a 90% increase in the ability of young people to support their friends who experience stress, anxiety and feelings of isolation.