Samaritans WA

We’re on a mission to prevent youth su***de in WA.
By becoming a Support Counsellor within the state’s first Youth Su***de Sanctuary, you will be contributing to something innovative for su***de prevention.
Apply now to volunteer as a Support Counsellor. For more information please visit: https://thesamaritans.org.au/volunteer-with-us/ ***deprevention

On National Volunteer Week, all of us at Samaritans WA want to extend our thanks and gratitude to everyone who volunteers with us. You all make such profound impacts to the lives of others across each of our services.

Volunteers are a vital part of the emotional support that we provide to those reaching out in their toughest moments. While your impact is not always visible, the support you provide is leaving giant footprints in the lives of people who seek our support.

Samaritans have an aim to help build communities in which people have appropriate support to explore how they feel and to build mental wellness. If you would like to find out more about our volunteering opportunities. Find the link in our bio.

The Luminos Project has a jar at Subiaco Grill’d for the month of April - head down and show your support! The Luminos Project is a 5-day live-in program in Boorloo/Perth, WA, designed for & by 16-24yos experiencing thoughts of su***de.

We are free, open 365 days a year, LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly, & wheelchair accessible.
For more information or to refer yourself or someone else, follow the link in our bio!

If you’re experiencing thoughts of su***de and feel unsafe, please contact lifeline on 131114, or try the link in our bio for further crisis supports.

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The Luminos Project Youth Sanctuary is a 5-day live-in program in Boorloo/Perth, WA, designed for & by 16-24yos experiencing thoughts of su***de. We have a jar at Grill’d Subiaco for the month of April, raising awareness and support!

We are free, open 365 days a year, LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly, & wheelchair accessible.
For more information or to refer yourself or someone else, follow the link in our bio!

If you’re experiencing thoughts of su***de and feel unsafe, please contact lifeline on 131114, or try the link in our bio for further crisis supports.

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We would like to extend a huge congratulations to this wonderful group of Samaritans WA Volunteer Support Counsellors, who have just completed LivingWorks Australia Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). Thank you to Ruah for providing the wonderful space for this training.

After two days of life-assisting training, our Support Counsellors are now more ready, willing and able to help people with thoughts of su***de keep safe. This is just one portion of the extensive training all our staff and volunteers complete. Their continued dedication and willingness to learn is inspiring. ***deintervention

A huge thank you to one of our past guests who dropped off a beautiful bag full of branded bucket hats (our favourite!), pencil cases, treats and kind words about the team from their stay! You’ve made all our days! 🩵🦄✨🌈🐸 ***deprevention

✨ The Sanctuary team’s favourite apps for supporting wellbeing ✨

The Luminos Project Youth Sanctuary is a 5-day live-in program in Boorloo/Perth, WA, designed for & by 16-24yos experiencing thoughts of su***de.

We are free, open 365 days a year, LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly, & wheelchair accessible.
For more information or to refer yourself or someone else, follow the link in our bio!

If you’re experiencing thoughts of su***de and feel unsafe, please contact lifeline on 131114, or try the link in our bio for further crisis supports.

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We have recently changed the number for our emotional support line from 135 247 to 0863 839 850. There will be no changes to the service that we provide and are still available to offer support between 8am - 8pm every day of the year. ***deprevention ***deawarness

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The Luminos Project Youth Sanctuary is a 5-day live-in program in Boorloo/Perth, WA, designed for & by 16-24yos experiencing thoughts of su***de.

We are free, open 365 days a year, LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly, & wheelchair accessible.
For more information or to refer yourself or someone else, follow the link in our bio or click/share: https://linktr.ee/samaritanswa

If you’re experiencing thoughts of su***de and feel unsafe, please contact lifeline on 131114, or try the link in our bio for further crisis supports.

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The Luminos Project Youth Sanctuary is a non-medical 5-day live-in program in Boorloo/Perth, WA, designed for and by young people experiencing thoughts of su***de.

We are LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly, wheelchair accessible, free and available to anyone aged 16-24, every day of the year.
For more information or to refer yourself or someone you know, follow this link: https://thesamaritans.org.au/the-luminos-project/

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The Luminos Project Youth Sanctuary is a non-medical 5-day live-in program in Boorloo/Perth, WA, designed for and by young people experiencing thoughts of su***de.

We are LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly, wheelchair accessible, free and available to anyone aged 16-24, every day of the year.
For more information or to refer yourself or someone you know, follow this link: https://thesamaritans.org.au/the-luminos-project/

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The Luminos Project Youth Sanctuary is a non-medical 5-day live-in program in Boorloo/Perth, WA, designed for and by young people experiencing thoughts of su***de.

We are LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly, wheelchair accessible, free and available to anyone aged 16-24, every day of the year.

For more information or to refer yourself or someone you know, follow the link: https://thesamaritans.org.au/the-luminos-project/

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Today marks the beginning of Trans Awareness Week. At Samaritans WA we stand proudly with the transgender community-we stand for law reform on gender recognition, we stand for better access to appropriate and supportive health services. We stand to celebrate trans community, we are open to learning and doing better. 🩵🩷🤍

The Luma Project is a groundbreaking initiative, offering a secure sanctuary for young individuals aged 16-24 who are grappling with thoughts of su***de. This landmark service, the first of its kind in Western Australia, is a collaborative effort by Ruah Community Services, Samaritans WA, and has been co-designed and evaluated by the Telethon Kids Institute and The University of Western Australia.

🏡 What We Offer: The Luma Project provides a short-stay, residential program, staffed by people who have lived or living experience of su***de. We're here to support young people with thoughts of su***de, guiding them towards therapeutic activities and helping them develop crucial emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills.

🌱 A Healing Space: We're not a medical facility or a clinic. Instead, think of us as a calming, home-like environment, a place to heal and connect. Here at the Luma Project, there's no need for a mental health diagnosis to be eligible for our services. You can self-refer, or a referral can come from a family member, support person, or health professional.

Important to Know: The Luma Project specialises in early intervention, and we carefully screen all participants to ensure our services align with their needs.

To see if you fit the eligibility criteria, and to learn more about the service, visit the webpage https://thesamaritans.org.au/the-luma-project/ . If you’d like to refer yourself or someone you know, telephone (08) 6230 3903

*The Luma Project (previously named the Youth Su***de Sanctuary) was made possible thanks to the Mental Health Commission and Lotterywest.

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Su***de Prevention Day. 🦋Today we honour the memories of those lost to su***de, those who have survived su***de attempts, and those who bear the weight of grief🦋.
Su***de is the leading cause of death for young people in Western Australia. Together with we are on the mission to reduce youth su***de with The Luma Project. Will you join us?
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The Luma opening is not far away now-a 4 nights 5 days residential service for young people experiencing thoughts of su***de. We have just trained another group of awesome humans in Applied Su***de Intervention Training (ASIST) who will join us and , as volunteer support counsellors on our mission to reduce youth su***des. Thank you for being our host yet again!!
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We would like to extend a huge congratulations to this wonderful group of Samaritans WA Volunteer Support Counsellors, who have just completed LivingWorks Australia Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). We would also like to thank Pride WA for hosting us.
After two days of life-assisting training, our Support Counsellors are now more ready, willing and able to help people with thoughts of su***de keep safe. This is just one portion of the extensive training all our staff and volunteers complete. Their continued dedication and willingness to learn is inspiring.

Last Thursday we celebrated another milestone for the Youth Sanctuary – significant support from Lotterywest in the form of $508,000 for the refurbishment of the building.
In partnership with the State Government, Ruah and Telethon Kids Institute, the building will host the state’s first, short-term residential service for young people experiencing thoughts of su***de. The five-bed service will be designed in collaboration with people with lived experience and other stakeholders, and in consideration of trauma-informed design principles.
Thank you to our CEO, Zrinka Highfield, Lucca and Hon. Amber-Jade Sanderson MLA BA for your thoughtful speeches that led to a meaningful celebration for all in attendance.

In partnership with the State Government, Ruah and Telethon Kids Institute we will be offering a new residential service that will support Western Australians aged 16 to 24 who are experiencing suicidal thoughts. Support will be provided by trauma-informed Peer Workers and volunteer Support Counsellors, offering non-medical, person-centred care.
Apply now to be a part of this service and volunteer with Samaritans WA. For more information please visit: https://thesamaritans.org.au/volunteer-with-us/
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There are many reasons to volunteer as a Support Counsellor within WA's first residential service for young people experiencing suicidal ideation. It provides an opportunity for you to connect with others, contribute and give back to your community, and to develop personally and professionally.
Apply now to volunteer with Samaritans WA. For more information please visit: https://thesamaritans.org.au/volunteer-with-us/

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We are proud to be a part of the State-first short term residential service for young people experiencing suicidal ideation, in partnership with the State Government, Ruah and Telethon Kids Institute.
The vision of Samaritans WA has always been a world where fewer people die by su***de. Join us today and support our vision in the role of a volunteer Support Counsellor. For more information please visit: https://thesamaritans.org.au/volunteer-with-us/
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You can read the media statement ➡️ https://bit.ly/3bSvEy0 or head to the Ruah website to find out more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3uDOnnE

We’re on a mission to prevent youth su***de in WA.
By becoming a Support Counsellor within the state’s first Youth Su***de Sanctuary, you will be contributing to something innovative for su***de prevention.
Apply now to volunteer as a Support Counsellor. For more information please visit: https://thesamaritans.org.au/volunteer-with-us/