What exactly does Pieta House do?
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.
Who owns Pieta House?
Joan 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.
Is Pieta House Irish?
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. We now operate 20 locations across Ireland.
Is Pieta House Anonymous?
All calls are confidential within pieta. If you are an existing pieta client or have previously engaged in our services, your information may be available to the helpline therapist.
How much does the CEO of Pieta House get paid?
€120,000
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 the CEO of Pieta House?
Brian Higgins most recently held the position of CEO of suicide prevention charity Pieta House, which provides services free of charge to people suffering from suicidal ideation or who are engaging in self-harm, and to people who have been bereaved by suicide.
Are Pieta House Board members paid?
Our Board does not receive a salary from Pieta. They give their time free of charge and have a range of experience in Corporate Governance, IT, Psychology, Finance, Public Healthcare etc. Funds are used to support people who are experiencing suicidal thoughts, engaging in self-harm or have been bereaved by suicide.
How much does Elaine Austin earn?
CEO Elaine Austin has a salary of €120,000, followed by the Director of Finance on €100,000 and the HR Director on €78,500. The next three highest earners pocket almost €200,000 between them at the suicide prevention charity which needed a taxpayer-funded rescue last year.
Who is Elaine Austin?
Elaine Austin joins Pieta House with a wealth of experience in leadership and management from her previous role as Group HR Chief Operating Officer in Bank of Ireland where she was responsible for delivering people and organisational change.
How much does Pieta House CEO earn?
“The very first Pieta House was in my own area of Dublin Mid-West, borne out of a high rate of suicide in our area. “I am shocked to find out that the CEO of Pieta earns a €120,000 per annum, rising to almost €150,000 after benefits.
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How can you support Pieta?
Since 2006 we have seen and helped over 60,000 people in suicidal distress or engaging in self-harm, and established fifteen centres across Ireland. We need your help more than ever to support our lifesaving work. Take part in a sponsored challenge or organise your own event. Volunteer to help at an official Pieta fundraising event.
How can Pieta House help you?
The good news is that with the help of Pieta House, your family and your friends, you can move on from suicidal thoughts to wonderful thoughts of life. There are three areas of your life that we will look at:
Do You Share Your Fears with Pieta House?
They will either say yes or no, and actually, we have discovered at Pieta House that people are relieved that they are asked this question. At last, its out in the open – they can share their fears. It is understandable that you might feel great fear and not know what to do next.