I'm taking on a huge personal challenge by running the London marathon in April 2017. For  a number of years now I have been volunteering with the charity and am running the marathon in aid of this vital service.The Samaritans are there for millions annually providing emotional support to those who are in despair, finding it hard to cope, feeling low, suicidal or are struggling with their long-term mental health. Samaritans volunteers listen and support without judgement 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

By donating you are helping to keep the service running throughout the UK, including support over the phone, face-to-face, and via email & text. The Samaritans are also involved nationally in community outreach projects, providing emotional support to vulnerable groups in society as well as those bereaved & afflicted by suicide. Thank you for supporting me and the Samaritans, it means so much.

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