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Samaritans, Inc.


  • Mission

    Samaritans' mission is to reduce the incidence of suicide by alleviating despair, isolation, distress, and suicidal feelings among individuals in the community, 24 hours a day; to educate the public about suicide prevention; to help those who have lost a loved one to suicide; and to reduce the stigma associated with suicide.

    About Us

    Samaritans provides life saving suicide prevention services throughout Greater Boston, MetroWest, and across Massachusetts. Our services are free, confidential, and nonjudgmental.

    24/7 Crisis Services - You can call or text us anytime you feel isolated, desperate, suicidal, or concerned about someone else in your life.

    Grief Support Services - If you have lost a loved one to suicide, you can find support through events, meetings, and peer networks.

    Community Education & Outreach - Learn how to help someone in crisis by hosting a suicide prevention workshop at your school, workplace, or organization.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Crime & Safety
    • Health & Medicine
    • Mental Health

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