Cash calls to Samaritans.THE Samaritans have seen a large increase in calls about financial problems in the last six months, it was revealed last night. As the credit crunch Credit Crunch An economic condition whereby investment capital is difficult to obtain. Banks and investors become weary of lending funds to corporations thereby driving up the price of debt products for borrowers. bites harder, more and more people are turning to the charitable organisation for support when their situation becomes increasingly desperate. Last night the head of caller Caller may refer to one of the following:
Birmingham (bûr`mĭnghăm') 1 City (1990 pop. 265,968), seat of Jefferson co., N central Ala., in the Jones Valley near the southern end of the Appalachian system; founded and inc. , a man named Len, said: "We have had a large increase in calls about financial matters over the last six months. "Any look at the figures would show that money is an increasingly important part of people's conversations when they get in touch. They come from all walks of life. "I think many people find it difficult to discuss financial problems, especially successful businessmen, because they are usually very strong people and it is hard for them to discuss their problems. "But it is our job at the Samaritans to be non-judgemental. We are here to listen and provide emotional support for those who need it. But if people need financial advice, they should call the Citizens Advice Bureau." Contact the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or the Citizens Advice Bureau on 08451 264 264. |
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