Kingston Samaritans' £65,000 quest for a new home
A charity dedicated to providing support to people facing depression or contemplating suicide is nearing a move to a brand new base in Kingston – but needs about £65,000 in funding.
The Kingston Samaritans have been working since February to transform a disused building at the junction of Wheatfield Way and Palmer Crescent into a centre specifically designed for residents to come in and seek support. Despite work being under way since February, the charity is still short of the total needed to fund the move from its old base in St Andrew’s Road, Surbiton, which is now closed. Bosses hope to move in the summer.
Nationwide, the charity is run by more than 20,000 volunteers across 201 branches. On average, somebody contacts the Samaritans looking for support every six seconds. With about 120 volunteers, Kingston Samaritans is the biggest branch in Greater London outside of the central zone. Training somebody to be a Samaritan takes about one year. Branch director Helen Dixon said she hopes moving to a new base will help the group expand its outreach and better cater for the different needs of Kingston residents.
To speak to a Samaritan phone 116 123. The Mind charity also promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems. Call its helpline number is 03001 233 393.
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