Samaritans to hold Athlone meeting in effort to recruit new volunteers

The Athlone and Midlands Samaritans branch is making a call to members of the local community to sign up to support people who might not have anywhere else to turn. If you have just a few spare hours a week they would like to hear from you.

Based at 3 Court Devenish, Athlone, the Athlone Midlands branch currently has 90 volunteers, but is always looking to recruit more people to ensure it can continue to offer the service to the community.

Director Anne McGrath said: "By working together to support people struggling to cope, our branch is a rewarding place to spend your time.

"If you think you might be interested come along to an Information Meeting this Sunday, January 25, at 11am, at 3, Court Devenish, Athlone."

Samaritans offers round-the-clock emotional support for anyone feeling down, depressed, anxious or unhappy. The confidential service is offered by phone and email.

The Samaritans are available on Freecall 116 123, 24 hours a day.