IN A bid to power through the cold winter months, Samaritans of West Cumbria is encouraging people in West Cumbria to reach out to someone they care about for a cuppa and a catch up for Brew Monday.
Although winter is thought to be one of the harder seasons with dark days and frosty nights, Samaritans volunteers hear similar concerns all year round from those that contact the charity.
The main concerns include mental health and illness (46%), family (34%) and loneliness (28%).
Samaritans of West Cumbria wants people to look out for their friends and loved ones.
Carol Baker, Branch Director said: “As we enter another winter in these difficult times, we are encouraging people to look out for their family, friends and work colleagues and be that listening ear that they might just need.
"If you’re sharing a cup of something and listening, you’re making a difference."
Join the conversation on social media using #BrewMonday and why not donate while you’re there, you could help save a life.
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