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Who set up Pieta?
Joan FreemanJoan Freeman (née Lowe; born 2 April 1958) is an Irish psychologist, mental health activist and an Independent politician who served as a Senator from 2016 to 2020, after being nominated by the then Taoiseach, Enda Kenny. She is the founder of Pieta House, a national mental health services charity.
Who is the CEO of Pieta House?
PIETA House has been criticised for the salaries of it's top six earners, which combined, are in excess of €500,000 per annum with CEO Elaine Austin being paid a salary of €120,000, up to almost €150,000 with benefits.
Who is Joan Freeman sister?
Marian ReganJoan Freeman / Sister
What are the aims of Pieta House?
We provide a professional one-to-one therapeutic service to people who are in suicidal distress, those who engage in self-harm, and those bereaved by suicide. All of our services are provided free of charge and no referral is needed.
Who is the highest paid charity CEO in Ireland?
The highest-paid executive from the charitable organisations examined by the Irish Independent was Rehab Group's Angela Kerins, whose most recent disclosed salary was €234,000, funded from commercial earnings rather than public funds.
How much does Pieta House cost?
Everything is free of charge and our staff are fully qualified, providing a professional one-to-one therapeutic service for people who are experiencing suicidal ideation, people who have attempted suicide and people who are engaging in self-harm. A doctor's referral or a psychiatric report is not required.
Who started darkness into light?
Founded in 2009 by psychologist Joan Freeman as a fundraiser in the Phoenix Park for Pieta House suicide prevention and counselling, 400 attended the first event while the 2017 event was attended by an estimated 150,000 participants at more than 150 locations.
How old is the actress Joan Freeman?
80 years (January 8, 1942)Joan Freeman / Age
Who is Joan Freeman married to?
Bruce KesslerJoan Freeman / SpouseBruce Kessler is an American racing driver and film and television director. Wikipedia
What happens when you call Pieta House?
Pieta provide a 24 hour Freephone Crisis Helpline and Text service* where a qualified therapist will answer your call or respond to your messages.
What does Pieta stand for?
The Pietà (Italian pronunciation: [pjeˈta]; meaning "pity", "compassion") is a subject in Christian art depicting the Virgin Mary cradling the dead body of Jesus after his body was removed from the cross. It is most often found in sculpture.
How is Pieta House funded?
At Pieta we rely on the generosity of the Irish public who have taken our mission to heart. Over 80% of our funding comes from corporations, community and philanthropy funds, individuals donors, and from our flagships fundraising campaign Darkness into Light.
When did Pieta open?
Pieta first opened its doors in Lucan, County Dublin in 2006. Since then we have seen and helped over 60,000 people in suicidal distress or engaging in self-harm.
Who is the chairman of Pieta?
Fergus Clancy, Chairman of Pieta, said; “On behalf of the Board of Pieta, I am delighted to welcome Elaine. Our ambition is to build on the already strong foundations of Pieta. We are confident that Elaine will provide strong leadership as the organisation enters the next phase of growth, building on the significant legacy fostered by Joan Freeman and Brian Higgins, and bringing its important services to as many people as possible."
How many hours of intervention did Pieta provide in 2020?
In 2020 Pieta delivered over 52,000 hours of intervention and bereavement counselling. We managed over 70,000 crisis support calls and texts through our 24 freephone helpline and we directly supported over 600 households devastated by the loss of a loved one by suicide.
How much of Pieta's income comes from fundraising?
We’re passionate about our life-saving work. As over 80% of our income comes from fundraising events, we rely heavily on the support and encouragement of our volunteers and friends of Pieta.
Who is the CEO of Pieta?
Elaine Austin, Pieta CEO. Last year, across 15 centres nationwide, Pieta provided 8,200 people with free face to face professional intervention and bereavement counselling, and this was further supported by the 24/7 crisis helpline. Speaking about her appointment, Elaine Austin said;
What is Pieta's prevention service?
Pieta’s prevention services include The Resilience Academy and the Amber Flag.
What is Pieta way?
The Pieta Way is our therapy model which focuses on identifying and building resources and protective factors for the client. The specific areas of need or each client is based on the issues identified by the Nine Boxes review. The Nine Boxes include relationships, health, and hobbies.
How many Pieta centers are there?
15 Pieta Centres, three Outreach services, and one Inreach service. Get in touch today.
Does Pieta offer free counselling?
Pieta provide free counselling to those with suicidal ideation, those engaging in self-harm, and those bereaved by suicide. Staff are fully qualified and provide a professional one-to-one therapeutic service.