by Karen | May 14, 2020 | Wellington
From school children to the elderly, New Zealanders have found support by contacting helplines during the tough Covid-19 isolation period. Wellington Samaritans has received an increasing number of calls since the Government introduced strict household quarantining...
by Karen | May 14, 2020 | Wellington
The Samaritans saw an almost 25 per cent spike in calls during the first week of New Zealand’s unprecedented lockdown, with increased anxiety being felt among callers. Peter Barker, the chair of the board of Wellington Samaritans, said they received 23 per cent...
by Karen | May 10, 2020 | Wellington
Save the date 25 & 26 September 2020 It’s the annual appeal for Samaritans, Wellington. Drop your donation into our buckets or contact us to become a collector on the...
by Karen | May 8, 2020 | Wellington
In March 2020, Samaritans Wellington organised a ‘fun walk’ to raise funds for our important cause and awareness of our helpline – 0800 726 666. We recruited passionate Wellingtonians to take part and help us fundraise. Participants signed up to walk 10km...
