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Samaritans, Inc.
Mental Health Care
Boston, MA 2,170 followers
Our mission is to prevent suicide and offer hope and support to those affected. Call or text 988 for support 24/7.
About us
LinkedIn is not used for Crisis Services. Need to talk? Call or text the 24/7 Helpline at 988. Whatever the reason, you will get help from a trained volunteer offering non-judgmental, compassionate support. You are not alone. Our mission is to prevent suicide and offer hope and support to those affected. Samaritans provides lifesaving suicide prevention services throughout Greater Boston, MetroWest, and across Massachusetts. Our services are free, confidential, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. Some of the services we provide include: Grief Support Services: Losing a loved one to suicide is a painful and difficult experience. Samaritans is here to offer suicide loss survivors nonjudgmental listening and peer support. We provide many programs to support survivors in their grieving. Hey Sam: Hey Sam is a dedicated peer-to-peer texting service for people up to 24 years old. Designed for and staffed by young people, Hey Sam gives youth the opportunity to reach peers if they are struggling, need someone to talk to, or need support. Text 439-726 9 AM - 12 AM (midnight) ET. Community Education & Outreach: Building expertise to prevent suicide is critical to our mission. We’re here to teach communities how to recognize warning signs of suicide and provide support. Our free workshops on suicide prevention are delivered to middle and high schools, colleges and universities, workplaces, elder care facilities, and community organizations. Workshops can be in person or virtual. Get involved: Together, we can break the stigma associated with suicide and mental health struggles. There are many meaningful ways for you to get involved with Samaritans. Schedule a free workshop to learn the warning signs of suicide and raise mental health awareness in your community. Volunteer with us to support those who are struggling and further our reach. Host your own fundraiser to raise funds for Samaritans. For more information, visit our website.
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- Industry
- Mental Health Care
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Boston, MA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1974
- Specialties
- suicide prevention, community outreach, community education, grief support, volunteer, helpline, hotline, mental health, crisis services, and nonprofit
Locations
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Primary
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41 West Street, 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02111, US
Employees at Samaritans, Inc.
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Joe Shapiro
Owner, Rum & Reggae Guidebooks, Inc.
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Erin Flaherty Barfield
Experienced fundraising professional with a love for creating systems and coaching teams
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Catherine Mather
Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations at Samaritans, Inc.
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Kathleen Marchi
Chief Executive Officer and President, Samaritans, Inc. Preventing Suicide, Providing Hope.
Updates
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As we observe National Bullying Prevention Month this October, it’s crucial for us as adult allies to recognize the deep impact of bullying and its link to suicide risk. Samaritans community partner Greater Boston PFLAG prevents suicide every day by educating and empowering adults to stop bullying, harassment, and discrimination of LGBTQ+ families and youth. Here are some tips from their active bystander training with ReThink Citizens. 👇👇 1. Confront the perpetrator. Sometimes stepping in as a third party and showing you’ve witnessed what’s happening can be enough to disrupt the harm occurring. 2. Defend the marginalized person. Respect their agency and follow their lead. Stand behind them in case the situation escalates. You can also check in with the harmed person later: “I saw what just happened. Are you okay? What can I do to support you?” 3. Rally others to help. Speaking up against bullying isn’t just about being brave in the face of danger — it’s about being willing to challenge the crowd. 3. Follow up. If you are not comfortable calling out someone publicly, you can follow up in a one-on-one or small group conversation to bring attention to harmful words or behavior. Read more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/d-vjBBJA
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As the U.S. presidential election approaches, many people are grappling with increased stress and anxiety. With significant issues at stake, it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed by the constant flow of information and varying opinions. Get tips on taking care of your mental health while staying informed on our blog: https://lnkd.in/emXKWuAD
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It was truly heartening to see so many new and familiar faces come together to celebrate the incredible work we've accomplished over the past year. Your presence highlights the strength of our Samaritans community and our collective commitment to preventing suicide and supporting those impacted by it. Together, we are making a difference.
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At the beautiful Worcester Academy this week to connect with high school students and share suicide awareness and prevention resources. The students are receptive and some share their thoughts and concerns regarding this topic. It’s beyond rewarding to have these delicate and vital conversations, and it’s important to continue all of our efforts to bring change to our hurting world. No matter where you are or what you do, talking about mental health, shining a light on suicide awareness, and being honest with our own challenges will help connect us and we can discover that we are not alone! Thrilled to be associated with the Samaritans and to also continue my efforts with NAMI in order to be a voice with and for our youth. ❤️
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It was humbling to imagine the reach and impact of the individuals in the room last night at the Samaritans, Inc. Community Gathering, celebrating 50 years of lifesaving service. A heartfelt thank you to Lisa Sarno for introducing me to this amazing organization. Samaritans, Inc.'s mission is to prevent suicide and offer hope and support to those affected through the values of Integrity, Befriending, Equity, Belonging, Courage, and Hope. 💚 🎗 https://lnkd.in/etD3k75S Brett Mullen LightWork Therapy and Recovery Granite Recovery Centers
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Tonight starting at 11:45pm ET, our crisis text services, including Hey Sam, will be temporary offline for up to 5 hours for critical maintenance by our technology vendor. Our phone Helpline remains fully operational. If you need support during this time, please call or text 988. You can also chat with a crisis counselor online at 988lifeline.org. Your mental health and safety are our top priority. We appreciate your understanding and patience, and remember, you are not alone.
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Samaritans, Inc. reposted this
Yesterday I had the honor of piloting a training we created around mental health and suicide prevention to support front line staff at Keolis Commuter Services with my colleague Steven Karaiskos, PhD. It was a morning filled with incredible work, poignant feedback and deep learning. If you ride the commuter rail, say hello and thank you to the folks who operate the train. Their dedication is unmatched and they take such great pride in their roles. They do more for us commuters than we will ever know. Samaritans, Inc.
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