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Kingston Samaritans

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An important reminder this #WorldHealthDay 👇 What's one small thing you do to take care of your mental health? Share it in the replies below — you never know who might need to read it.

An important reminder this #WorldHealthDay 👇

What's one small thing you do to take care of your mental health?

Share it in the replies below — you never know who might need to read it.
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📢 Important: for the first time ever, suicide and self-harm stats by sexual orientation in England and Wales have been published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) - it paints a stark picture that demands urgent action. 1/4

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As we head into this long weekend, don’t forget that our volunteers are here to listen, anytime you need. If life feels tough right now, remember you’re not alone 💚

As we head into this long weekend, don’t forget that our volunteers are here to listen, anytime you need. If life feels tough right now, remember you’re not alone 💚
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Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50 so it’s critical that suicide prevention is front and centre of this strategy. With men making up 75% of all suicides, this strategy is a real opportunity to prevent thousands of deaths.

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“Some people see it as a weakness. I see it as the opposite. It’s incredibly brave to open yourself up.” Firefighter Tom called us when he was having suicidal thoughts. Here’s how that moment changed his views on talking about mental health. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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Kingston Samaritans would like to thank Francesca (Chess) Smith, who recently took part and completed the London Marathon, raising vital funds to keep our Branch running. Many thanks, Chess, for all you have done for us!

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Mental Health Awareness Week may be ending, but that doesn’t mean the conversations should stop. We’re not afraid to talk about suicidal thoughts. Whenever you’re ready, we’re here to listen – any time, any day. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Mental Health Awareness Week may be ending, but that doesn’t mean the conversations should stop.  

We’re not afraid to talk about suicidal thoughts. Whenever you’re ready, we’re here to listen – any time, any day. 

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
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Opening up about how you're feeling can help take the weight off. But, starting the conversation isn’t always easy - why not try our TALK tips 👇 ⌚ Take your time 💬 Ask for support 🤝 Let others help 💚 Keep it real - be honest about your feelings Do you have any other tips?

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What a splendid Sunday for the Teddington in Flower day that the Deputy Mayor & Consort were escorted by Teddington Society member Andy & wife Jane round some amazing gardens. So different & innovative with so much effort put into the gardens raising funds for Kingston Samaritans Thanks.

What a splendid Sunday for the Teddington in Flower day that the Deputy Mayor &amp; Consort were escorted by <a href="/TeddingtonSoc/">Teddington Society</a> member Andy &amp; wife Jane round some amazing gardens. So different &amp; innovative with so much effort put into the gardens raising funds for <a href="/sams_kingston/">Kingston Samaritans</a> Thanks.
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Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and you may feel the pressure to do it all. Here's your reminder that taking a break is just as productive 💚

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and you may feel the pressure to do it all. Here's your reminder that taking a break is just as productive 💚
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Stop scrolling, you've reached a self-care checkpoint ✨ Take a moment to pause, be present and practice box breathing 💚

Stop scrolling, you've reached a self-care checkpoint ✨

Take a moment to pause, be present and practice box breathing 💚
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We’d like to thank one of our dedicated Kingston volunteers, Maureen, who recently held a plant and bake sale 🍰🌷.The event helped to raise funds for our branch as well as awareness of our services. Thank- you Maureen! 💚

We’d like to thank one of our dedicated Kingston volunteers, Maureen, who recently held a plant and bake sale 🍰🌷.The event helped to raise funds for our branch as well as awareness of our services. Thank- you Maureen! 💚
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If you’re finding the content circulating online after yesterday’s events difficult, you’re not alone. If you need to talk, we’re here day or night. Call free on 116 123 📱

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Loneliness isn’t always about being alone, it’s about feeling disconnected. 💬 If you think someone might be lonely, check in on them. Often just knowing there is somebody there to listen can bring some relief. Read our tips 💚 bit.ly/3sbtajt

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We’d like to say a massive thank you to all our Kingston volunteers for all you do to keep our @Samaritans branch and services running. We’re so grateful for everything you do for us. 💚 #VolunteersWeek

We’d like to say a massive thank you to all our Kingston volunteers for all you do to keep our @Samaritans branch and services running.

We’re so grateful for everything you do for us. 💚

#VolunteersWeek
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“I think by giving a person space to talk it can reduce the power of their fears, and they feel they’re not doing it on their own.” David has been a volunteer on our phone lines for 40 years and he’s still going strong 💪 read his story 👉 bit.ly/4n01M30

“I think by giving a person space to talk it can reduce the power of their fears, and they feel they’re not doing it on their own.” 

David has been a volunteer on our phone lines for 40 years and he’s still going strong 💪 read his story 👉 bit.ly/4n01M30