There has been a 30% increase in calls to their helpline this year.
Pieta House are recruiting therapists in the Midlands due to a 30% increase in calls to their helpline this year.
Loneliness and domestic issues arising from the Pandemic have led to the rise in people seeking face to face and virtual counselling from the charity.
Tom McEvoy of Pieta House Athlone, says empathy and warmth are part of the service they provide:
Temperatures Of 30 Degrees Forecast For Leinster Counties
A high temperature warning is now in effect for Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath.
Planning Permission Approved For New 800 Pupil Secondary School In Midlands
The Coláiste Phobal in Roscrea has been given the green light.
Annual Rose Of Tralee Tour Underway
Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh is one of this year's contestants.
Longford-Westmeath TD Urges Action On Vacant HSE-Owned Buildings
120 HSE-owned buildings have been vacant for over 12 months, including 11 in Westmeath.
Taoiseach Backs Offaly Camino Proposal
The initiative would aim to develop the Grand Canal Greenway into a tourist destination.
Laois Pride Launch Writing Competition In Memory Of Joe Drennan
The annual competition will honour the memory of Joe Drennan.
Laois Truck Driver Arrested For Driving Overweight Truck Under Influence
The driver was arrested with the vehicle seized and court proceedings are underway.
Offaly Business Closed Over Food Safety Breach
11 food businesses were issued closure notices nationwide.
