Isle of Man Samaritans calls for more volunteers

Douglas branch hosting drop in day this weekend

The Isle of Man Samaritans is appealing for more volunteers. 

It's part of a wider call as the organisation says numbers fell by more than a million from 2023 to 2024. 

Deana Douglas, Co-Director of Isle of Man Samaritans, said: “Volunteering is changing, and charities everywhere are facing increasing challenges in attracting and retaining people who can give their time.  

“People lead busy lives, juggling work, family and other commitments, but the need for someone to listen doesn’t disappear."

The Island branch is hosting an information drop in day this weekend.

Alan Faragher looks after recruitment for the charity, he says support is available for volunteers:

Isle of Man Samaritans is hosting a recruitment drop in from 2pm - 4pm on Saturday (7 November) at its Douglas Headquarters. 

For further information, email isleofman.director@samaritans.org.