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COPE Galway’s 2024 Annual Report, published today, shows how the charity adapted to a year of high demand and increasing complexity, responding with innovation and compassion to the needs of 3,184 people across Galway, including 1,010 older people supported through community activities and social supports, including Meals4Health, a social enterprise of COPE Galway, who produced and delivered 98,954 meals.

To mark World Suicide Day, the HSE is to provide free, accessible online training, entitled Let’s Talk About Suicide, which empowers people with the knowledge and skills to talk about suicide safely.

On August 2, Galway Samaritans will be having a city centre street collection. Fundraising is the lifeblood of its volunteer led force and it would encourage everyone to get out and show support.

Public buildings and businesses are urged to light up in green for the Longest Night on December 21. Samaritans in Galway are calling on the public to support its Longest Night campaign which reminds those struggling to cope that its helpline is open during their darkest hours this Christmas.

Suicide is a serious issue in Ireland, with nearly 500 deaths every year. Young people, especially men under 25, are particularly at risk. Early recognition of suicidal thoughts or self-harm is vital, as timely intervention can save lives.

Athlone and Midlands Samaritans are launching a major volunteer recruitment campaign to encourage Night Owls to become involved and help to change people’s lives.

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.

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

Within the surrounds of the Franciscan Friary, a festive atmosphere abounded as festive carols graced the 31st edition of the Samaritans Christmas concert.

Castlebar Samaritans, the latest addition to the Samaritan network will be officially launched in 21 Upper Thomas St., Castlebar on Monday, August 28 at 5.30pm.