Cyprus Samaritans

Community Outreach - Provides confidential emotional support to individuals who are feeling distressed, lonely, or unable to cope. - Offers free listening and face-to-face support. - Operates freephone centres in Paphos, Limassol, and Larnaca. Membership & Participation - Relies on trained Listening volunteers to provide support. - Engages shop volunteers to work in charity shops. Educational Programs - Publishes articles on various mental health topics, including kindness, the impact of weather on mental health, building emotional resilience, coping with grief, and understanding anxiety. Charity & Fundraising - The organization is totally self-funded. - Gratefully accepts donations, which are crucial for sustaining their free helpline service. - Income is largely generated by their charity shops. Event Hosting - Organizes and hosts various community events, such as the May Fayre and Quiz Time. Volunteer Opportunities - Offers opportunities for individuals to volunteer as trained listeners and in their charity shops. Advocacy & Awareness - Their mission focuses on providing non-judgmental listening to support individuals in distress. - Raises awareness about mental well-being through informative articles. Facilities & Locations - Maintains freephone centres in Paphos, Limassol, and Larnaca. - Operates charity shops in Paphos (two locations) and Limassol (one location). Partnerships & Networks - Is affiliated with Befrienders Worldwide, an international network encom...