Cork Samaritans in the Marathon
Volunteers from the Cork Samaritans took part in the 2013 Cork Marathon. Some of the volunteers walked/jogged/ran stages of the marathon whilst others handed our publicity materials on Patrick Street. A selection of photos from, the day can be seen below: [View with PicLens] You can still sponsor some of our runners/walkers by...
read moreWe need your help so we can help those in distress
DON LYNCH, the recently appointed chairman of the Cork branch of The Samaritans, outlines the challenges ahead for local volunteers — including a funding crisis which is putting services in Cork in danger. I’ve been a volunteer with Cork Samaritans for three years and it has been the most amazing experience. From the initial 10 weeks of training to taking my first call to recently being granted the wonderful honour by my fellow volunteers of being elected chairman of the branch. The Cork branch is one of the busiest Samaritan centres in...
read moreFunk N Something fundraiser in aid of Cork Samaritans
The lovely people behind Funk N Something are holding a fundraiser for the Cork Samaritans on Friday the 31st of May in the Ruby Lounge on Washington Street in Cork city. Featured acts include Fabula Di Beaumarchais, Lucy Von Furr, Rosie Howick, the amazing Diane O’Sullivan and the gang from Studio D, with music by DJ Kev. Doors open at 9pm and it will cost €5. The will also be a raffle on the night with some lovely prizes. All proceeds go to Cork Samaritans. ‘Funk ‘N’ Something’ is a night with a difference....
read moreWelcoming our new chair, Don Lynch.
Cork Samaritans are pleased to announce the election of our new Chair, Mr. Don Lynch. Don has been a volunteer with the Samaritans for 3 years and works for University College Cork, based in the Tyndall National Institute where he has been a Systems Administrator for the last 14 years. On his election Don commented “I am delighted to be appointed to this important position and am very excited about working with a strong and progressive committee and directorate. We are facing challenging times and I would like to take this opportunity...
read moreJune 2013 Information night
Our first information night of 2013 for prospective volunteers is taking place on Wednesday, June 12th at 7:30pm in the Cork Samaritans Branch on Coach Street About the night The purpose of the information evening is about letting people know about what is involved in being a Samaritan. We offer the largest listening support of its kind in the country and currently there are 2,000 volunteers in Ireland with 200 of those based in Coach Street in Cork. Why do we need more volunteers? We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for volunteers. Samaritans...
read moreSamaritans Urge the Public to ‘Call Us’
Cork Samaritans held an unusual awareness campaign on Patrick’s Street during the month of April. In conjunction with Sinead Shepherd’s School of Dance Samaritans staged a Flashmob style event where over 50 people danced to Carly Rae Jepsons song ‘Call Me Maybe’ with a catchy dance routine that saw passers by tapping their feet and clapping along. The fine weather ensured a great atmosphere and the bright Purple & Green t shirts stood out among the gathered crowds. Colourful balloons were released into the air and complete with...
read moreGoogle maps Virtual Tour
Did you know that you can call into the Samaritans Centre on Coach Street any day between 9am & 10pm? Ever wondered what our visitor rooms look like? Well thanks to the power of Google Maps, you can now take a virtual tour of our building. Click on this link to start the tour: http://goo.gl/maps/SdNWQ Special thanks must go to Paula Johnson Photography who helped us get this online. We highly recommend her...
read moreDecember 2012 Information Night
Our second information night of 2012 for prospective volunteers is taking place on Thursday, December 6th at 7:30pm in the Imperial hotel on South Mall. About the night The purpose of the information evening is about letting people know about what is involved in being a Samaritan. We offer the largest listening support of its kind in the country and currently there are 2,000 volunteers in Ireland with 200 of those based in Coach Street in Cork. Why do we need more volunteers? We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for volunteers. Samaritans is...
read moreAward honour for Samaritans’ Pio
PIO FENTON, a native of Glenville, has been named the October Cork Person of the Month, to mark his voluntary work with The Samaritans over the past eight years. In 2007, Mr Fenton was promoted to deputy director of the Cork branch, responsible for training of new volunteers. He took over as branch director in 2010, giving more than 30 voluntary hours per week, and has recently been appointed regional director for Ireland, with responsibility for all branches north and south of the border. “Highlights of Pio’s leadership...
read moreChanging the Tune: Mental Health in Ireland 2012
The mental health landscape in Ireland is in flux. Who are the players behind an apparent shift away from the sometimes disastrous legacy of institutional care? Is Ireland moving in the right direction? This feature examines how individuals, communities, organisations and the health service are responding to the task of ensuring good mental health is a reality for as many people as possible in Ireland. The role of music as a way of reaching out to younger members of the population is also explored in this short film. Insight into where the...
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