Organisation: Pieta House

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<p>Speaking during the launch of their 5-year strategy and annual report, Pieta House CEO Stephanie Manahan said they are expanding in rural areas including across her home county of Cork. Picture: Robbie Reynolds</p>

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Open discussion on suicide is key to making societal changes, says Pieta House CEO

Nationally, last year, Pieta House provided 50,944 hours of free specialist intervention, answered 27,914 calls and took 75,438 texts to its 24-hour helpline

<p>A large crowd was in attendence at the unveiling of a bench overlooking the harbour at Camden, Crosshaven, Co Cork, dedicated to the memory of their Alan Buckley. Picture: David Creedon</p>

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Friends' tribute to man who died by suicide sees him 'being recognised for his life'

<p>Education Minister Norma Foley said that providing a librarian in each school would cost €212m. Picture: iStock</p>

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Letters to the Editor: School libraries need backing

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From Nunday to Dolly Day: Loss inspired two world record events in Kerry

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Letters to the Editor: Suicide is still a serious problem in Ireland

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Charlie Bird: My health has taken a turn for the worse — but charity work is keeping me alive

Nichola Mullen and Louise Cooney 22/11/2022

Pieta House expects more than 320 people to contact its crisis helpline on Christmas Day

Supporters are asked to place a candle in a window at 7pm on Thursday, November 24, to mark the #HopeOverSilence campaign.

Tue, 22 Nov, 2022

Listen to Bono's song dedicated to Charlie Bird ahead of his Croagh Patrick climb

Charlie Bird says he is in disbelief over ‘outstanding gesture’ from Bono

Fri, 04 Feb, 2022

Terminally-ill man ensuring his legacy lives on through music

Kevin Stanbury, who lives in Co Longford with his wife and two daughters, has written and recorded 10 songs in a bid to raise funds for Pieta House

Mon, 24 Jan, 2022

Garda probationer rescues vulnerable missing person from bog

Coast Guard and Civil Defence were also involved in the mission that brought an at-risk person to safety

Fri, 03 Dec, 2021

Weekend Loves: How to get your hands on a Brown Thomas Advent Calendar

Ruth O'Connor's weekly guide to inspiring ideas and beautiful things

Sat, 09 Oct, 2021

Crisis calls to mental health support lines rose 30% during pandemic, Dáil committee told

Mental health charities have called for greater investment from Government, with demand for services expected to increase as a result of the pandemic

Thu, 13 May, 2021

Normal People star Paul Mescal congratulates winner of Pieta House fundraiser

The chain belonging to Normal People star Paul Mescal raised over €70,000 for Pieta House

Mon, 08 Jun, 2020

Ian Maguire: Cork's league campaign not for nothing, even if declared null and void

Promotion was more or less wrapped up. Tier 2 was no longer on their radar. And then, a global pandemic happened.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

Brian O'Driscoll warns against dangers of rule trials 'sanitising' rugby

Brian O'Driscoll has warned that rugby should not rush back to the field of play in the coming months if the game has to tinker too much with its DNA in the bid to satisfy new health and safety protocols.

Thu, 28 May, 2020

Normal People's Paul Mescal raffles Connell's chain for Pieta House

Normal People star Paul Mescal is raffling off a chain to raise money for Pieta House.

Mon, 25 May, 2020

Cork footballers go the distance for Pieta House

The Cork's senior football squad will undertake a fundraiser for Pieta House on Saturday.

Mon, 25 May, 2020

The postman who will climb Everest from his home in Bandon

For the following 14-plus hours the Bandon Cycling club member aims to climb the equivalent of Mount Everest from the dis-comfort of his own home.

Thu, 21 May, 2020

Charities fear lack of service and closure due to impact of Covid-19 on finances

More than half of charities fear they may be unable to continue providing services for more than six months because of the impact of Covid-19, and among that group, almost 10% fear shutting down within a month.

Tue, 19 May, 2020

Government increases funding of Pieta House by an extra €114,608 a month

The mental health charity's funding has been badly hit by the Covid-19 pandemic similar to other charities in the sector and has led to an overall budget shortfall of more than €6.5m for the charity.

Mon, 18 May, 2020

The Shape I'm In: former Kilkenny All-Star Tommy Walsh

THOUGH lockdown is undeniably challenging, former Kilkenny All-Star Tommy Walsh appreciates the benefits.

Sat, 16 May, 2020

Son calls on farmers to be mindful of mental health after sudden death of his father

His son Thomas (24) said that there were no warning signs leading up to the suicide of his beloved father who was aged just 59.

Wed, 13 May, 2020

Coronavirus Solidarity Diary: Cork hotel holding virtual brunch to raise funds for Penny Dinners

Welcome to Chapter Eight of the Irish Examiner's #CoronavirusSolidarity diary.

Sun, 10 May, 2020

Watch: Kinsale emergency services do 'symbolic' Darkness into Light run

Kinsale Youth Support Services joined with people across the country this morning marking what should have been the Darkness into Light walk.

Sat, 09 May, 2020

Late Late show raises €2m for Pieta House in broadcast appeal

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to an overall budget shortfall of more than €6.5m for the charity.

Sat, 09 May, 2020

Blarney's Kate Durrant named Cork Person of the month for April

Kate Durrant has been named as Cork person of the Month for April.

Thu, 07 May, 2020

Conor O’Keeffe taking each challenge one step at a time

Conor O'Keefe has been forced to press pause over the last couple of days.

Mon, 04 May, 2020

GAA clubs get moving to support Pieta House

GAA clubs are stepping up to help suicide charity Pieta House as it faces an unprecedented funding crisis.

Sun, 03 May, 2020

Wish List: perfect prints and ravishing retro-chic

Esther N McCarthy picks perfect prints and ravishing retro-chic chairs this week.

Sat, 02 May, 2020

St Finbarr's to walk a million steps for Pieta House

Members and friends of one of Cork’s most well-known GAA clubs are set to walk a million steps to raise funds for Pieta House.

Wed, 29 Apr, 2020

Covid-19 measures leading to increased loneliness in Ireland

The study also showed only two-thirds would take coronavirus vaccine.

Thu, 16 Apr, 2020

Samaritans Ireland appeals for donations; ALONE welcomes banking supports for elderly

Major and minor fundraising events have been cancelled and curtailed, while volunteering and other efforts are restricted due to physical distancing.

Wed, 08 Apr, 2020

Meath man who had Covid 19 meltdown runs charity marathon around house

Stephen Dever organised the charity marathon after turning to friends to help him get through a 'meltdown' over the current Covid-19 emergency.

Mon, 06 Apr, 2020

Charities lose millions as fundraisers are cancelled

Charities such as the Irish Cancer Society and Pieta House have lost millions of euro after cancelling major fundraising drives due to the coronavirus crisis.

Mon, 16 Mar, 2020

Darkness Into Light 2020 postponed due to Covid-19

Over 250,000 people were expected to take part in the annual event which raises money to help fund free counselling for those engaging in self harm or who have suicidal thoughts.

Mon, 16 Mar, 2020

It must be Christmas time: Hugs and tears as families reunite at Irish airports

Amid the usual hustle-and-bustle of the airport, these few days each year have a magical feeling about them.

Fri, 20 Dec, 2019

20,000 mental health appointments for children and adolescents were unattended in 2018

10% of Child and Adolescent Mental Health appointments were unattended last year.

Thu, 05 Dec, 2019

Cork volunteer Kate Durrant named Ireland's most inspirational person

She has saved several lives and transformed countless more - now this remarkable charity dynamo has been hailed Ireland's most inspirational person.

Mon, 25 Nov, 2019

Lack of rehab means 1,000 people in supervised residential centres cannot move to more independent living

A Vision for Change – a strategy document published in 2006 that set out the direction of mental health services in Ireland - recommended the establishment of 48 rehabilitation teams based on the current population.

Wed, 20 Nov, 2019

Gardening Notes: All you need to know this coming week

Cork Alpine Hardy Plant Society hosts garden designer Annie Godfrey of Daisy Roots Nursery, Hertford, UK, in Northridge House, on Thursday, November 28, at 8pm.

Thu, 07 Nov, 2019

Gardening Notes: Your one-stop guide to the week's events

Ladysbridge and District Flower and Garden Club will meet on Monday at 8pm in Garryvoe Hotel.

Thu, 17 Oct, 2019

Voyage of Recovery: Man credits sailing with helping him to navigate difficult times

A man who struggled with depression and addiction says that learning to sail helped him navigate through a dark and difficult time.

Tue, 01 Oct, 2019

Autumn is blooming with gardening events

Peter Dowdall casts an eye over blooms and events that come into their own from September onwards.

Fri, 27 Sep, 2019

Pieta House reveals one person a day in Ireland died by suicide in 2018

More than 5,300 people have had face-to-face appointments with Pieta's suicide-prevention service this year.

Tue, 10 Sep, 2019

5,300 access Pieta House's suicide-prevention service in 2019

5,300 people have had face-to-face appointments with Pieta House's suicide-prevention service this year.

Tue, 10 Sep, 2019

Teens to be surveyed on suicide issues at supports showcase in Cork’s City Hall

Teenage leaders will conduct a major survey on youth suicide in Cork during a showcase event in the city tomorrow as part of a wider campaign to expand specialist suicide support training to over 16s.

Sat, 24 Aug, 2019

Product Watch: August's best beauty buys

The best of August’s beauty buys are about easy looks and peace of mind, writes Rachel Marie Walsh.

Sun, 28 Jul, 2019

Health Minister adds two new appointees to HSE board

The new appointees are Brendan Lenihan, with expertise in financial planning and management, and Fergus O’Kelly, Clinical Professor in general practice and family medicine.

Fri, 31 May, 2019

Mind matters: DJs band together for a tribute to The Prodigy's Keith Flint

A tribute night to The Prodigy frontman Keith Flint aims to raise funds for Pieta House, writes Aileen O’Reilly.

Sun, 19 May, 2019

Charities benefit to the tune of €1.7m from court poor boxes

Courts poor boxes paid out €1.7m to charities, hospitals and sporting organisations in 2018.

Thu, 16 May, 2019