Samaritans, Inc.

17/06/2026

We are pleased to welcome Simona Badger, LCSW, to our webinar panel Beyond Policy: How Immigration Status Impacts Mental Health.

Simona joins our other expert panelists on June 13 at 12:00pm ET for an honest conversation about the trauma and chronic stress immigrants in the U.S. face, and how to support them. Join us: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BhYh-6fZQt6BfGKxnAO4jg #/registration

16/06/2026

Joseph’s son was 27 years old when he died by su***de in 2010.

For Joseph, honoring his son means turning tragedy into purpose. Drawing strength from his faith and the support of his community, Joseph ensures his son’s legacy continues through meaningful action.

Joseph is passionate about his advocacy work, partnering with various organizations to make a difference in mental health awareness. He currently serves on the Samaritans Council, where he practices what he calls his “ministry”—a mission to support su***de prevention organizations and educate others on mental health and mental illness.

Joseph shares how he celebrates his son’s life and achievements. Through sharing his story, he hopes to reach other parents, guardians, and caretakers who have lost loved ones to su***de.

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As a su***de loss survivor and support group facilitator, Charlie has both navigated his own grief journey and guided countless others along theirs. He understands firsthand the importance of peer support and the healing that comes from talking with others who truly understand.

15/06/2026

Since January 2025, su***des have accounted for nearly 20% of all deaths in ICE custody, and nearly 80% of likely undocumented immigrants have reported negative health impacts due to immigration-related stress (KFF/NYT 2025 Survey of Immigrants). Navigating life in a new country is hard enough, but when state-sanctioned fear is used as a weapon, communities are paying the price with their mental health, their safety, and their lives.

As mental health care providers, community workers, and neighbors, we cannot look away. Join Samaritans and a panel of experts for an honest conversation about the trauma and chronic stress immigrants in the U.S. face, and how to support them. This webinar will: Identify how the US immigration system impacts mental health through fear, hypervigilance, and dehumanization.

Discuss why those at most risk are often the least able to access su***de prevention resources, and how distrust of systems, language barriers, and immigration-related fears keep people from seeking help. Explore the power of empathy in allyship to better protect vulnerable individuals. Su***de prevention must include everyone, and that means confronting unjust policies and conditions. We all play a role in protecting our neighbors.

To register, visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BhYh-6fZQt6BfGKxnAO4jg #/

14/06/2026

CSRP is hosting a webinar series: After the Aftermath: Grief Support for Su***de Loss.

Featuring Sissi O'Shaughnessy Senior Director of su***de Grief Support Services at Samaritans, Steven Karaiskos of The Kita Center, and Michele Lee from American Foundation for Su***de Prevention - Massachusetts Chapter.

To attend this free webinar, register here: https://lnkd.in/ea6VnbRt

10/06/2026

Happy Pride Month from everyone at Samaritans! 🌈

Some of our team members were out tabling at Boston Pride for the People this past Saturday, connecting with incredible members of our community. We’re so grateful to share space, stories, and support.

A friendly reminder: you are never alone. You can call or text 988 anytime. If you’re a young person looking for support, you can text Hey Sam at 439-726 9 am to midnight ET.

09/06/2026

We were thrilled to welcome Deloitte staff into our office for their 2026 Impact Day. A special thank you to everyone who attended our Befriender training and helped pack swag bags!

08/06/2026

Since January 2025, su***des have accounted for nearly 20% of all deaths in ICE custody, and nearly 80% of likely undocumented immigrants have reported negative health impacts due to immigration-related stress (KFF/NYT 2025 Survey of Immigrants).

Navigating life in a new country is hard enough, but when state-sanctioned fear is used as a weapon, communities are paying the price with their mental health, their safety, and their lives. As mental health care providers, community workers, and neighbors, we cannot look away.

Join Samaritans and a panel of experts for an honest conversation about the trauma and chronic stress immigrants in the U.S. face, and how to support them.

To register, visit:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BhYh-6fZQt6BfGKxnAO4jg

05/06/2026

The Charles River Chamber Women’s Conference, Momentum, is happening on June 12!
Featuring Samaritans President & CEO Kathy Marchi and Chief Clinical Officer Kacy Maitland.

Hosted at Lasell University, this second annual event is designed to accelerate personal growth, advance leadership, and strengthen community impact. We hope to see you there!

03/06/2026

CSRP is hosting a webinar series: After the Aftermath: Grief Support for Su***de Loss.

Featuring Sissi O'Shaughnessy Senior Director of Su***de Grief Support Services at Samaritans, Steven Karaiskos of The Kita Center, and Michele Lee from American Foundation for Su***de Prevention.

To attend this free webinar, register here: https://mgb-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/8017750729081/WN_C4fGlFMgTNKOa_D962eQBw #/registration

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