Samaritans USA

Samaritans USA is a non-profit healthcare organization and a national coalition of suicide prevention centers providing crisis intervention services across the United States. The organization operates 24/7 confidential helplines, support groups for those affected by suicide loss, and community education programs to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. Based on the principle of "befriending," Samaritans USA offers non-judgmental emotional support to individuals in distress, aiming to reduce the incidence of suicide through immediate intervention and long-term advocacy. It serves as a central resource for local branches to share best practices and coordinate national suicide prevention efforts.