What sort of people contact Cheltenham Samaritans?

Anyone can contact us. We support people of all ages, from primary school children upwards. We listen to people from all walks of life who might be worried, unable to cope or feeling suicidal.

What sort of problems do they talk about?

We listen to all sorts of problems that might lead to, or cause, someone to become distressed, despairing or suicidal. Much of what we hear about is to do with loss: loss through the breakdown of a relationship, loss or lack of love or friendship, loss through bereavement, loss of employment, of health, of self-esteem and self-confidence. We hear from people with mental-health problems, from people who are being bullied, people who are feeling stressed and anxious, who are worried about schoolwork and exams, people who have been raped or are being mentally, physically or sexually abused. Callers who are struggling with drug or alcohol dependency contact us and so do people who are unsure about their sexuality. People in prison ring us. The list is truly endless.

What do they all have in common?

They all need someone to talk to in complete confidence, someone who will listen with an open mind, accept them without prejudice and give them the time and space to express their feelings and talk through their options.

Whatever you are going through, whether you think its big or small, don't bottle it up. Cheltenham Samaritans offers confidential, non-judgemental support day and night, throughout the year.