My team
My Story…
Hello everyone! I am so lucky to have the chance to help another amazing organization, the Samaritan's of the Cape and Islands as I prepare to run the Falmouth Road Race.
This year I get to be a charity runner and give back to an organization that is so personal to me. Eric, the father of my 4 kids died by suicide in July 2016, while living on the Cape. In August 2016, I ran my very first Falmouth Road Race and it has turned into a very important event that i can do with my kids.
By contributing to the Samaritans you will be helping to save lives, so that other kids' Moms, Dads, siblings, friends have a resource to turn to when times get hard. Help support the Samaritan's if you can!!
XOXO Lisa
Description
The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands is a nonprofit organization that provides support to people experiencing crises. Our mission is suicide prevention: we are dedicated to helping people contemplating suicide or personally affected by suicide.
In 2020 (the most recent year for which data is available), there were 615 deaths by suicide in Massachusetts (a rate of 8.7 per 100,000) and Barnstable County had the third highest suicide rate in Massachusetts (14.4/100,000).
For those who may be struggling, grieving, or wanting to understand how to better support those in their lives, we have programs to help.
Crisis Lines are available 24/7 to anyone looking for support. There is no reason too great or too small to call – whatever the reason, we’re here to listen. The lines are free, anonymous and confidential. Reach us at 508-548-8900 or dial 988.
Community Education programs provide free materials for tabling events and host educational presentations and trainings to help community members learn about suicide prevention strategies.
Grief Services programs are available for those who have experienced the death of someone close to them by suicide. These resources help to provide loss survivors with various avenues for connection in ways and at times that are right for them.
Outreach Services programs provide direct support to specific at-risk populations. Currently, our Senior Outreach program is available to individuals who are 55 years or older, allowing an opportunity to receive weekly phone personal phone support from a matched volunteer.
Your support of Team Samaritans will help us continue to provide these lifesaving programs and services to those who reach out for help.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 26 | Lundat | $55.35 |
| Jul 22 | Judy & Rob Levine | $28.10 |
| Jul 21 | Cindy and Bob Moore | $22.65 |
| Jul 21 | Carol Leiter GFRC | $55.35 |
| Jul 16 | Adam Cook | $55.35 |
| Jul 13 | Christine Fahey | $55.35 |
| Jul 07 | Lisa Burgess | $28.10 |
| Jul 07 | Team Samaritans | Undisclosed amount |
| Jun 26 | Bob Ryan | $273.35 |
| Jun 19 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
