1. Healthwatch Darlington's Annual Report 2019/20

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    Find out more about our highlights from 2019/20, our dedicated volunteers, how we have made a difference and our plans for the coming months.

  2. Citizens Advice Darlington - update on services available

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    Citizens Advice Darlington has provided an update on the services they offer to the public.

  3. Learning & Skills - Distance Learning, courses available

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    Learning and Skills' Distance Learning is making a comeback with a choice of 21 different courses - there's something for everyone!

  4. Northern Cancer Alliance - new 'Help us help you' campaign launched in the region

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    The Northern Cancer Alliance are pleased to launch the regional communications campaign to build on the work of the national "Help us help you" campaign.

  5. Darlington Primary Care Network - GP surgeries are open for business

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    In an update from Darlington Primary Care Network they would like to remind everyone that GPs surgeries in Darlington are open for business throughout the pandemic.

  6. Health at Home - Get NHS help online

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    Have you ever wondered how to get NHS help online in these tough times? Well now you can with NHS Health at home.

  7. #BecauseWeAllCare - campaign and survey launched!

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    Healthwatch Darlington are today, together with the Care Quality Commission, launching a new #BecauseWeAllCare campaign encouraging the public to share their experiences, both good and bad, to help improve services in Darlington.

  8. County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) - 'The Week Ahead' Newsletter

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    CDDFT have released the latest edition of their newsletter 'The Week Ahead'.

  9. Darlington Head of Steam Museum - re-opening Tuesday 14th July

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    Darlington Head of Steam are re-opening their doors to the public from Tuesday 14th July!

  10. Salvation Army - Foodbank open every Friday

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    The Salvation Army are running a foodbank every Friday 5.30pm - 7pm.

  11. Darlington College - Free Health and Social Care Webinar - Thursday 9th July

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    The health and social care team at Darlington College are hosting an informal webinar for prospective students.

  12. Over half of people in the North East ready to help improve health and social care after coronavirus as part of the #BecauseWeAllCare campaign

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Healthwatch England have joined forces with other health and care partners including Healthwatch Darlington to encourage all people who access services to help shape future health and social care.

  13. FLARE's Top Tips For Professionals

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    FLARE, the young people’s advisory group supported by the Council for Disabled Children, are a group of 13 - 25 year old's from across England.

  14. County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) - 'The Week Ahead' Newsletter

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    CDDFT have released the latest edition of their newsletter 'The Week Ahead'.

  15. Groundwork Fit Mamas - service update

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    Groundwork Fit Mamas have provided an update on the sessions they currently provide during the pandemic to new mums wanting to get back in shape after having a baby.

  16. Darlington, Hartlepool & Stockton-on-Tees, and South Tees Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) - Annual General Meeting: Monday 20th July

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    Darlington, Hartlepool & Stockton-on-Tees, and South Tees CCGs have their AGM next Monday, 20th July at 3pm.

  17. Local Spotlight - Coronavirus Support for Vulnerable Darlington

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    From time to time we're going to be shining the spotlight on local organisations making a difference in your community in these difficult times, and today we are featuring the 'Coronavirus Support for Vulnerable Darlington' group.

  18. How is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting people from LGBTQ+ communities?

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    A new blog published by Health and Wellbeing Alliance partners National Voices and written by Harri Weeks from the National LGBTQ+ Partnership looks at the impact of Covid-19 on LGBTQ+ communities.

  19. Darlington Mind - Loss and Bereavement Support

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    Darlington Mind have a dedicated Loss and Bereavement Support service available to people in Darlington.

  20. The Dolphin Centre - Gym and Pool facilities now open!

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    As a result of the easing of lockdown, The Dolphin Centre has reopened its gym and pool facilities as of today, 27th July.

  21. Coronavirus information for people with a learning disability

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    Coronavirus information is readily available for those with a learning disability through a series of online videos.

  22. Voluntary Organisations' Network North East (VONNE) - Newsletter

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    VONNE have released the latest edition of their newsletter for the VCSE sector across the North East.

  23. Young People in Darlington to receive tablet devices to help with their learning and improve digital access

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    Children and young people in Darlington are to receive tablet devices to help with their learning, access support and take part in arts activities as part of a new joint initiative.

  24. Feeding Families - June Newsletter

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    Feeding Families have released their June newsletter - now available to download.

  25. NHS Youth Forum using illustrations to demonstrate important government guidance on Coronavirus

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    NHS Youth Forum are finding more ways to demonstrate important government guidance on Coronavirus. They are using illustrations to catch the attention of younger people.

  26. Diabetes UK - Opportunity to join Diabetes UK's new Diabetes Involvement Grant selection panel

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    Diabetes UK is looking for two people to be part of an exciting new project.

  27. Learning & Skills - Brand new courses beginning in August and September

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    Learning and Skills have a brand new range of courses available suitable for all abilities, beginning August and September.

  28. Leo's Neonatal - New Nurture Service

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    Leo's Neonatal are delighted to be able to provide a new robust service which has been created directly from parent needs in response to COVID-19.

  29. Who are Healthwatch? - Easy Read information

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    Healthwatch have produced helpful material in easy read format about who we are, what we do, and how to contact us for those people who may have a visual impairment or disability.

  30. Healthwatch Darlington online focus groups - key dates

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    Healthwatch Darlington will be conducting a series of online focus groups (via Zoom) to compliment our #BecauseWeAllCare project asking people to share their experiences of using health and social care services in Darlington during the pandemic.

  31. #BecauseWeAllCare - Hospital Discharge survey

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    Healthwatch Darlington together with the Care Quality Commission and Healthwatch England, are launching the next phase of our #BecauseWeAllCare campaign with a focus on Hospital Discharge. Do you have an experience to share of leaving hospital?

  32. County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) - 'The Week Ahead' Newsletter

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    CDDFT have released the latest edition of their newsletter 'The Week Ahead'.

  33. Mental health at work - Transitioning back to work after lockdown

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    Are you struggling with the thought of going back to work in these uncertain times? Mental health at work has a useful guide to help you get back into the swing of things and transition seemlessly back into a work environment.

  34. YMCA - Summer timetable of events and other news

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    Tees Valley YMCA have released their timetable of events for Summer 2020 as well as other news including information on the tablet device scheme with the In2 and their referral form.

  35. Internet Matters - connecting safely online

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    Internet Matters have created a hub to offer tailored advice on how to connect safely online across a range of social platforms.

  36. Macmillan Cancer Support - support for healthcare professionals

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    Macmillan Cancer Support have produced an information hub packed with resources around the coronavirus and well-being support during the pandemic for healthcare professionals.

  37. #SelfcareSummer - Create your own self care plan with the Anna Freud Network

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    The Anna Freud Network have produced a great new self-care pack for young people as part of their #SelfcareSummer campaign which highlights activities, support and advice every day throughout the summer.

  38. Darlington Rotaract - young volunteers wanted!

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    Darlington Rotaract is looking for community volunteers who want to give up some of their time to help improve the community and support those in need.

  39. SHINE - Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus, Information, Networking, Equality - Online events

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    The Shine organisation who provide support for people with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus, as well as to parents, families, carers and professional care staff, have released their latest line-up of online information and support events.

  40. The Challenging Behaviour Foundation - severe learning disability cards during the pandemic

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    If your disabled family member is unable to wear face coverings during the pandemic due to their disability, The Challenging Behaviour Foundation has produced some vital guidance and information cards to share when out and about.

  41. Winston's Wish - An evening with Winston's Wish Helpline Manager

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    Winston's Wish supports children, young people and their families after the death of a parent or sibling. This is the most devastating and traumatic situation a child can face, but with the right support children can lead full and flourishing lives.

  42. Independent Age - Managing Anxiety

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    Independent Age have published a free guide for older people on ways to cope with anxiety in these uncertain times, as well as where to get support if you or an elderly friend or relative need it.

  43. Darlington Credit Union - Helping you manage your money better as lockdown eases

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    Darlington Credit Union has launched a new project to help people better manage money as lockdown eases.

  44. Mental Health Foundation and WWF partner for publication of mental health support guide

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    The Mental Health Foundation in partnership with WWF have published a free guide entitled 'Thriving with Nature' which has received the backing of TV presenter Julia Bradbury who herself loves to get out in nature for the good of her mental health.

  45. ‘The Doctor will Zoom You Now - getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience'

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    This project was a rapid, qualitative research study designed to understand the patient experience of remote and virtual consultations.

  46. New Well-being App developed to support patients during and after cancer treatment

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    A new app has been developed to help patients in the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) during and after receiving cancer treatment.

  47. Mental Health UK - Are you feeling anxious about returning to work after furlough?

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    Mental Health UK have great advice on how to manage the anxieties you might be feeling if you're on the verge of returning to work after being furloughed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.