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Samaritans (Croydon)

A 24 hour support and helpline for anyone in distress or feeling suicidal. Samaritans exists to provide confidential emotional support to any person, irrespective of race, creed, age or status who is in emotional distress or at risk of suicide; and to increase public awareness of issues around suicide and depression.
Address:
2B Kidderminster Road , West Croydon, Surrey , CR9 2BQ
Umbrella org:
Samaritans
Area serviced:
Croydon and Sutton (some national)
Telephone:
020 8681 6666 (Croydon branch), 0857 90 90 90 (Helpline), 116 123 (free to call)
Opening times:
8am - 9pm (for callers to the door), Helpline 24hrs a day, 365 days a year
Who is it for:
People in distress or despair
Disabled access:
Wheelchair access, accessible toilet
Childcare:
No
Charges:
N/A
How to apply:
website, email, call, walk in, book appointment
Buses:
64
Train/tube:
West Croydon
Parking:
Street parking metered
Sector:
Voluntary

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