by Karen | Apr 7, 2021 | Wellington
Wellington Samaritans are holding a 10km fun walk run to raise funds and awareness of our helpline. On the 10th of April 2021, we’ll walk around the beautiful Wellington waterfront, from Civic Square to Cogs Park, Hataitai. ...
by Karen | Apr 7, 2021 | Wellington
Renu Thomas is a chartered accountant by day but after work she volunteers at Wellington Samaritans – taking calls from people who need someone to listen. The first Samaritans centre in New Zealand was set up in Wellington in 1965. Since then, volunteers have taken...
by Karen | Sep 8, 2020 | Wellington
On Friday the 25th and Saturday the 26th of September, Wellington Samaritans will hold their Annual Appeal on the streets of Wellington. Samaritans 24/7 helpline offers confidential, non-religious and non-judgmental support to anyone who may be feeling depressed,...
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...
