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" The most important thing we do is listen. Many of our callers have no one to talk to and no one who really listens to what they say. I know that us listening to them is greatly appreciated; that makes it rewarding. " |
Who We AreSamaritans’ purpose is to alleviate despair, isolation, distress and suicidal feelings among individuals in our community, 24 hours a day; to educate the public about suicide prevention; and to reduce the stigma associated with suicide. We accomplish this through services that emphasize confidential, nonjudgmental, and compassionate listening. The Samaritans of Boston was established in 1974. In 2005, we joined forces with our sister branch in Framingham to become Samaritans. Samaritans is a United Way of Massachusetts Bay affiliate and also a certified member of Contact USA. There are Samaritans offices in other regions of Massachusetts, the U.S. and the world, the first having originated in England in 1953. Samaritans branches share a common mission and philosophy, but operate independently of each other. The Samaritans is a non-denominational agency and provides services to any individual, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, race, disabilities, sexual orientation or religion. As the only suicide prevention organization in the greater Boston and MetroWest areas, Samaritans is an important resource to the community, providing a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week service that alleviates the isolation and emotional despair that can lead to suicide. Samaritans Staff
Roberta Hurtig, Executive Director Samaritans Board of Directors Mark Stein/Do Great Stuff, Chairman |