News and reports

The charity Mind have recently collated data about mental health problems, stigma and discrimination, alongside real people’s experiences, into one annual report, to give a full picture of the state of mental health right now.

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust are encouraging the next generation to choose a career in the healthcare sector by introducing recruitment for 16 and 17-year-olds.

The Darlington Volunteering Fair is returning, on Tuesday 4 February at the Dolphin Centre.

Darlington College have an Entry Level 3 and Level 1 course beginning on 9 January 2025.

We’re pleased to announce the launch of our new survey, looking into access to Wheelchair Services.

Following the success of their Halloween Disco, Creative Support are hosting a Christmas themed disco in Darlington on Wednesday 11th December 6:30-9:00pm, and they are looking to set up a new social night (disco) on Wednesday's at The Hopetown & Whessoe Working Mens Club, for adults with support needs in Darlington and surrounding areas, in early 2025. They already host two well established weekly discos in Middlesbrough and Stockton.

The St Teresa’s Hospice real Christmas tree collection service is back for the festive period and you can donate yours in the new year.

Darlington College have a D.I.Y course starting for adults (19+) beginning 15 January 2025.

We have been made aware - by RECCC (Regional Economic Crime Coordination Centre) - of a range of scams that people should be particularly aware of in the New Year.

Kooth have announced their opening hours to support young people across the festive period.

The North East Regional Economic Crime Co-ordination Centre have made us aware of a scam related to booking an appointment with a dentist.

The NHS is now offering support to access online health services via 1,400 libraries across England, to help reach people who do not have access to the internet at home.