SAMARITANS’ WELLNESS LINE
You don’t have to wait for a crisis to get support.
What is the Wellness Line?
The wellness line is a proactive approach to tackle stress, loneliness and life’s challenges.Samaritans’ free mental health wellness line offers pre-arranged, scheduled calls with trained volunteers dedicated to providing emotional support.
When you schedule a wellness call, a trained, compassionate Samaritans’ volunteer will reach out to you at the agreed upon time.
They will check-in with you, explore how you’re feeling and engage in a supportive conversation about how you’re managing and what’s going on for you.
Support on your schedule.
Why do people call the Wellness Line call?
grappling with feelings of loneliness or isolation, anticipating something important that stirs up anxiety, dreading the start of a new work week, or looking to add a layer of support to your mental healthcare routine, Samaritans’ is here.
Our volunteers offer comfort and reassurance, helping you to feel more prepared and less alone.
The Wellness Line is designed to be a preventive support utilized before things escalate to a crisis. You can use the Wellness Line on an ‘as-needed’ basis or incorporate it into your usual routine.
How do I schedule a call?
To schedule a call, you will need to complete a short form. You can access the form by clicking the button below to schedule a call or going to: https://bit.ly/sams-wellnessline
What’s the difference between the Wellness Line and the Crisis Hotline?
The Samaritans Wellness Line and the 24-hour Crisis Hotline are both essential services designed to offer support to individuals in need, yet they cater to different situations and offer distinct forms of assistance.
Wellness Line:
- Preventive Support: Aimed at preventing crises by offering scheduled support for managing stress, loneliness, or anxiety.
- Non-Anonymous Scheduled Calls: Requires scheduling, so it’s not anonymous but maintains confidentiality.
24-Hour Crisis Hotline:
- Immediate Crisis Support: Provides instant help for those in acute distress or crisis, available 24/7.
- Anonymous: Allows for complete anonymity, ensuring privacy for those in need.
In essence, the Wellness Line is early, scheduled support to prevent crises, while the Crisis Hotline offers immediate, anonymous help in crisis situations.
