4 February 2021

This February, Samaritans Cymru have launched a new advert on S4C promoting their Welsh language helpline.

Samaritans Welsh language line is open 7pm – 11pm every day and is free to call.

The advert is running throughout February and follows the story of a Samaritans caller called Damien.

Last year Damien's depression got so severe that he had to give up his job and he felt that he couldn't carry on.

That morning he came across the Samaritans number. That initial phone call changed his life forever and he continues to feel proud that he made the step and asked for help.

Sarah Stone, Samaritans Executive Director for Wales said:

"We are delighted to be promoting our Welsh Language line service through S4C with this advertisement.

"Now more than ever we need to reach the people who need us in the best way we can.

"This story illustrates just how important it is to seek help, to talk about what is troubling you, and that doing this can make such a big difference'

You can contact Samaritans Welsh language line on 0808 164 0123. The number is free to call and the line is open 7pm – 11pm every day.

Huw Potter, Advertising Manager for S4C said:

"We are proud that the Samaritans will be promoting their Welsh language Support line on S4C.

"This Service is extremely important and valuable to the people of Wales, and being able to talk through their problems in their natural mother tongue language will make a huge difference.

"We wish the Samaritans every success with this significant scheme."

The advert can be seen on S4C throughout February.