Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans

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[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

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[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Our volunteers were delighted to visit @TBCG_Official's @CentralBeds campus in Dunstable today for the college's Wellbeing Fair. It's always a pleasure to talk to such engaged and polite students about mental health and the support @samaritans offers. Thank you for inviting us!

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Don't forget, the clocks go back tonight as we reach the end of British Summer Time. Whatever you're doing with the extra hour, remember we're here to listen. All weekend, every weekend.💚

[Rachel Hopkins MP @rach_hopkins]

1/ On World Mental Health Day, I wanted to pay tribute to brilliant organisations @MindBLMK the @samaritans amongst many others, who do fantastic work to support people in my constituency and across the country.

A thread👇

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Check in on that person you’ve been thinking about this World Mental Health Day 💚

If you’re not sure what to say – these tips on our website may help 👉 https://t.co/2MmHgZoqlW

#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Today is #InternationalDayOfListening.

Knowing how to support someone you're worried about can be hard. We’ve put together some handy tips to help you become a better listener.

If you need someone to listen to you, we’re always here. 💚

📞 116 123
✉️ [email protected]

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

We’re also at @CentralBeds until 2pm where we’d love to say hello and have a chat about what we do. Whether you’re a new student or returning for another year, we know it can be both an exciting and challenging time. We're always here on 116 123 if you need someone to listen.

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

As students and staff return to Bedfordshire, we’ve got two teams of volunteers out in the community today supporting student welcome events. We’re delighted to be invited back by @uniofbeds and @CentralBeds as they welcome their students.

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Our lovely volunteers are at @UniOfBeds until 3pm today for the university’s Welcome Week. Come and have a chat about what we do. Remember, we’re available 24 hours a day if you ever need someone to listen.
#UniversityofBedfordshire #FreshersWeek #BeginAtBeds @uniofbedsnews

[Festival Branch of Samaritans @festivalsams]

Sometimes the hardest words to say are the most important.

While 74% feel comfortable discussing mental health, only 45% would talk about suicidal thoughts.

By having more open conversations, we give people the chance to express how they feel and get the support they need.

[Samaritans @samaritans]

"I want people to be unafraid to ask, 'Have you had suicidal thoughts?'"

After a suicide attempt, Rebekah called us. A volunteer asking, "Are you feeling suicidal?" gave her space to say 'yes' and get the help she needed.

Watch her full story 👉 https://t.co/OlWRAyyKql

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Let's keep the conversation going beyond #WorldSuicidePreventionDay.

Together, we can find the words to speak about suicide, reach out, and help save lives. 💚

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

If you feel able to, encourage them to call us on 116 123.

For ongoing help, suggest they speak to their GP, or reach out to a specialist service for tailored support. This list may help: https://t.co/Hu0k4xxPII

If someone’s in immediate danger, call 999 for an ambulance.

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

It’s OK to ask someone if they’re feeling suicidal.

Choose a quiet space, give your full attention, and put your phone down. Ask open questions and listen without judgement.

Asking can help them open up and start a conversation that could save their life 💚

#WSPD

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Bank holiday weekends can be difficult, especially when it impacts your routine. If you need to talk, we're here all day. You don't have to face the day alone. 💚

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Finding out your exam results today? No matter what your results are, remember that they don’t define you. It’s normal to feel worried – you are not alone.
If you’d like to talk, we’re here to listen. 📱Call 116 123

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Train lines have reopened but 'major disruption' still expected after a person was hit by a train at Leagrave Station https://t.co/TvbBcxRPZT

[National Rail @nationalrailenq]

If you’ve been affected by what happened on the network today, there is always someone to talk to. You can contact the @Samaritans on 116 123 from any phone for a confidential chat.

[Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans @LutonSamaritans]

Watch one of our volunteers on Inspire FM talking about Brew Monday

https://t.co/FFRwMIHmAs

#brewmonday

[Inspire FM @InspireFMLuton]

★ Just published a new episode of Health & Fitness Show: Blue Monday. Listen: https://t.co/MFS70mbI5V

[Inspire FM @InspireFMLuton]

★ Just published a new episode of Health & Fitness Show: Blue Monday. Listen: https://t.co/MFS70mbI5V

[Keith Leslie at Samaritans @KeithLeslie19]

At @samaritans we would ask all parties to commit at the forthcoming General Election to support the Suicide Prevention Strategy by funding crisis helplines and local suicide prevention - there’s plenty work for all of us to do. #samaritans #mentalhealth